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The music industry was devastated to learn of the untimely passing of Heath, the acclaimed bass player of X Japan. On October 29, 2023, he lost his life at the age of 55 after a courageous battle with colorectal cancer. Despite their grief, X Japan expressed their gratitude towards those who supported Heath throughout his

As Hollywood returns to set following the resolution of the Actors’ Strike, the French audiovisual sector is grappling with its own challenges as crews campaign for increased pay. The recent three-day strike has significantly impacted around 70 TV productions, including popular shows like TF1’s “HPI,” the Walking Dead spin-off “Daryl Dixon,” Canal+’s “Marie-Antoinette,” and France

France’s prestigious César Academy has recently announced its annual Revelations list, introducing 32 promising acting talents in the world of French-speaking cinema. This carefully curated selection aims to shed light on emerging stars who are making their mark in the industry. Actresses to Watch Among the 16 talented actresses recognized this year is Suzy Bemba,

Eugenio Derbez has solidified his position as Mexico’s top comedy star through a string of successful movies and extensive TV work. From breakout smash Instructions Not Included to The Valet, Overboard, and How To Be A Latin Lover, Derbez’s comedic talent has garnered him adoration not only in his home country but also on a

Paris’ renowned Salle Pleyel became the stage for the world premiere of Ridley Scott’s highly anticipated film, ‘Napoleon,’ starring Joaquin Phoenix and Vanessa Kirby. The red carpet event was graced by the presence of Scott, the lead actors, and Tahar Rahim. With much fanfare, the film, a collaboration between Apple Original Films and Sony, finally

The UK TV export industry has reached new heights, with British TV shows fetching a record £1.85 billion ($2.25 billion) in 2022-23. This growth can be attributed to the booming sales to streamers and the resurgence of finished tape deals. Despite facing a brutal economy, a battered TV ad market, and major buyers withholding spend,

The film industry has recently been on the brink of uncertainty due to strikes by SAG-AFTRA and the AMPTP. This strike has prevented big-name stars from participating in the promotion of movies distributed and made by struck studios and streamers. However, with the recent tentative agreement reached between the two parties, there seems to be

The atmosphere was filled with anticipation as the 31st edition of the EnergaCamerimage Film Festival in Torun, Poland kicked off with a grand opening ceremony at the elegant Jordanki Culture Centre. However, the evening began in a traditional manner with a series of speeches from local politicians and dignitaries, setting the tone for the night

Jennifer Presser, the renowned casting director, has recently forged a groundbreaking alliance between her company, Break Away Casting, and the London-based TV and film production company, Shot of Tea. This partnership has been characterized as a “new collaborative production model” that aims to promote underrepresented scripts and talent within the industry. Presser will assume the

Mads Mikkelsen, an internationally renowned actor, sits down for an exclusive interview on my Deadline video series, The Actor’s Side. We delve into his exceptional career and focus on his remarkable performance in The Promised Land, which serves as Denmark’s official entry for the Oscars this year. In the film, Mikkelsen portrays Ludvig Kahlen, a