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WBGO's Film Critic Harlan Jacobson shines like the movies at the 78th Cannes Film Festival

DD: Last year the 77th Cannes Film festival might as well have rolled double 7s: Anora went all the way to the Palme D’Or and the Oscars. And it was joined by Emilia Perez and The Substance, all three mixing up body, gender and mob membership all the way …

Film critic reviews The Salt Path filmed on Somerset coast

The Salt Path is a 115-minute drama, adventure, and romance movie, rated 12A, and is set for release on May 30. It stars Gillian Anderson, Jason Isaacs, Hermione Norris, Rebecca Ineson, Tucker St Ivany, James Lance, and Gwen Currant. It was directed by …

Film critic Brian Eggert recommends top picks for movie lovers

What does a film critic eat during the Cannes Film festival?

I have a confession to make. It took me a while to develop a culinary relationship with Cannes. The first time I was in Cannes for the film festival as an accredited journalist six years ago, the ritzy coastal city on the French riviera intimidated me. …

Critical Thinking: Film Critic Dissects Tom Cruise’s Acting Career

Amy Nicholson of the Los Angeles Times calls Tom Cruise “the last movie star.” Having written several reviews on his movies over the years and a book titled Tom Cruise: Anatomy of an Actor, she examines Cruise’s impressive filmography, which now includes …

Our favorite film critic Hideo Kojima is back with positive reviews for sci-fi thrillers Companion and A Quiet Place: ...

The only certain things in life are death, taxes, and Hideo Kojima movie reviews - and he's back with more. The video game mogul took to his Twitter account to praise Sophia Thatcher's performance in Companion, writing that she "may have …

A preview of the Miles Davis Celebration Festival and a recap of the 78th Cannes Film Festival

On the May 24 WBGO Journal... Host Doug Doyle chats with two jazz greats who will be performing as part of the Miles Davis Celebration Festival at the SMOKE Jazz Club. Pianist and composer George Cables and trumpeter and educator Dr. Eddie Henderson were …

Abhishek B, Suhana shower love on Agastya's 'Ikkis' teaser

Amitabh Bachchan's grandson Agastya Nanda, who made his debut with The Archies, is all set to act in ‘Ikkis’, a war drama, helmed by the renowned director, Sriram Raghavan. The movie producers formally revealed the film’s release date — 2nd October, …

The “gutless” biopic Roger Ebert despised: “Excruciating boredom, accompanied by nausea”

(Credits: Far Out / Rebert (Roger Ebert) In recent years, it seems as though biopics have become increasingly common; they’re a surefire way to get people talking, whether they’re good or bad, and often generate Oscar buzz as a result. Of course, music …

Racine & Me: Reviews of 'Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning' and 'Fountain of Youth'

RACINE, WI (CBS) -- A much anticipated sequel and possible finale and a familiar original are both available to watch this weekend.  Area Film Critic Pam Powell with Reel Talk with Chuck and Pam joined us to review both films.  For more reviews from both …

Japan's Seto Wins Int'l Critics Award at Cannes

Newsfrom Japan Society Culture May 25, 2025 14:03 (JST) Cannes, France, May 24 (Jiji Press)--Japanese director Momoko Seto's animated film "Dandelion's Odyssey" won the International Federation of Film Critics' award at the 78th …

Japan's Seto wins International Critics Award at Cannes

Cannes, France – Japanese director Momoko Seto's animated film "Dandelion's Odyssey" won the International Federation of Film Critics' award at the 78th Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, France, on Saturday. In the French-Belgian …

'Best movie of the last 10 years' is on Netflix - and it's not hard to see why

Parasite, the 2019 dark comedy-thriller, has been hailed as one of the greatest cinematic masterpieces by both film critics and regular viewers. This film, which was released just six years ago, not only captivated audiences worldwide but also won top …

Mandy Walker Makes History as ASC’s First Female President

Oscar-nominated cinematographer Mandy Walker has achieved a remarkable milestone in the film industry by being elected as the 48th president of the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC). As the first woman to lead this prestigious organization, which …

Disney’s ‘Lilo & Stitch’ Remake Faces Criticism for Creative Failures

LOS ANGELES, CA — Disney’s latest live-action remake, “Lilo & Stitch,” is receiving backlash from fans and critics alike for straying far from the beloved 2002 animated classic. This weekend, Disney’s adaptation of the story, which features a young …

Nathan Fielder’s The Rehearsal is truly uncomfortable – there should be more TV like this

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our …

So … The live action Lilo & Stitch is just kinda fine

Lilo & Stitch is the latest film from Disney’s library and the results are mixed. Photo: Disney. As part of our bi-annual tradition with Region‘s movie reviews, it is once again time to have a quick chat about the newest live-action Disney remake. This …

(Don’t) Back Up: Toyota Recalls Nearly 500K Tundras Due to Faulty Reverse Lights

Once considered bulletproof, the Toyota Tundra is being recalled again. This time, the issue is that the reverse lights are not operating as intended, leading to poor visibility when the truck is put into reverse during low-light conditions. Announced this …

Steve Buscemi's Directorial Debut 'Trees Lounge' Features a Number of 'Sopranos' Actors

David Chase's highly acclaimed HBO series, The Sopranos, is undoubtedly one of the most influential television shows of all time. It ushered in a new era of television by depicting how cinematic and impactful a television show can truly be. The show …

India’s Unseen Battlefield: The Urgent Need for Anti-Jamming Technology

As modern warfare expands beyond traditional domains into the invisible spectrum of electronic warfare, India faces a growing threat: GNSS (GPS) interference. INDIA, May 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- While India continues to advance its …

TrainingPros Named to 2025 Training Industry Watch List for Learning Services

TrainingPros named to 2025 Training Industry Watch List for delivering innovative, flexible learning services that help clients achieve business goals. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, May 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TrainingPros, a leading …

Leading Proxy Advisory Firm Glass Lewis Recommends Radware Stockholders Vote in Favor of Compensation Proposal for Chief ...

TEL AVIV, Israel, May 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Radware® (NASDAQ: RDWR), a global leader in application security and delivery solutions for multi-cloud environments, today announced that Glass Lewis, a leading independent proxy advisory firm, has …

DMARC MSP Case Study: 1-MSP Boosts Client Security & Deliverability with PowerDMARC

ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, May 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As email threats continue to rise, managed service providers are under growing pressure to deliver scalable, effective domain protection to clients. 1-MSP, a leading US-based managed …

Former Intelligence Operative Turns Award-Winning Thriller Author

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- From tracking spies across Europe to crafting page-turning thrillers, Andrew Ceroni has transformed his background in counterespionage into a successful literary career that continues to …

Global Data Systems Appoints Doug Pickle as President, Driving Strategic Growth

LAFAYETTE, LA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Data Systems (GDS), a leading managed service provider delivering enterprise-class technology solutions, today announced the promotion of Doug Pickle to President. In this …

Trans-Caspian Cable Construction Reaches New Milestone

AzerTelecom and Kazakhtelecom Reach Key Milestone in Regional Connectivity Project Linking Asia and Europe Through the Caspian Sea BAKU, AZERBAIJAN, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Trans-Caspian Cable project—set to establish the first …

Global Automotive Keyless Entry System Market Outlook 2025-2034: Growth Drivers, Share, And Trends

The Business Research Company's Global Automotive Keyless Entry System Market Outlook 2025-2034: Growth Drivers, Share, And Trends LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research Company’s …

AVer Europe Honoured with Education Technology Award at the Global Tech Awards 2025

Recognition underscores AVer’s commitment to innovation and excellence in educational technology solutions. ROTTERDAM, NETHERLANDS, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AVer Information Europe B.V., a leader in education technology solutions, is …

SourceLess Launches First Operational SLNN Mesh Network - Decentralized, High-Speed Wireless Connectivity

SourceLess lays the foundation for a secure, high-bandwidth, and cable-free digital ecosystem, built for a future defined by mobility, performance, and privacy. CONSTANTA, CONSTANTA, ROMANIA, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SourceLess is proud to …

Verizon to speak at Cowen TMT Conference May 28

NEW YORK, May 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Frank Boulben, senior vice president and chief revenue officer for the Consumer Group of Verizon (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ), is scheduled to speak at the Cowen Technology, Media & Telecom Conference on Wednesday, May …

Aedan Intelligence iOS Cybersecurity App to Be Showcased at Global Capital Network Investor Conference

MURRIETA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Turnkey Capital Inc. will be showcasing its advanced iOS cybersecurity application, Aedan Intelligence, at the Global Capital Network Investor Conference. The conference takes place …

Advice on how companies can improve visibility in a competitive AI marketplace

Industry analyst, columnist, and tech influencer Jeff Kagan advises companies how to be seen and heard above the surrounding noise ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In today's fast-paced landscape, every CEO and …

Inside ExtendMax’s Compliance Journey After Global Recognition

Winning the People’s Choice Stevie Award marks more than a milestone — it reflects a decade of trust-building and customer-centric compliance services. HANOI, HANOI, VIETNAM, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- After becoming the first Vietnamese …

VEON and Engro Corporation Advance to Closing Pioneering Infrastructure Partnership in Pakistan Following Regulatory ...

Islamabad and Dubai, May 23, 2025: VEON Ltd. (Nasdaq: VEON), a global digital operator (“VEON” or “the Company”), announces that it has now secured all regulatory approvals for its strategic partnership with Engro Corporation Limited (“Engro Corp”) for the …

ALLEN MEDIA GROUP HIRES FOUR VETERAN WARNER BROS. DISCOVERY AD SALES EXECUTIVES

New Senior Ad Sales Executives Will Service All Allen Media Group Television and Digital Streaming Divisions LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group (AMG) is proud to announce the hiring …

Dscout Wins Proddy Award for Second Year Running and Welcomes New Chief Revenue Officer

Dscout has been recognized by Product School as a top innovator in UX research, taking home a 2025 Proddy Award for the second year in a row. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dscout, the flexible experience research …

Jatheon Technologies Announces AI-Enabled Data Archive

Jatheon Technologies, a leader in electronic communications management and archiving, today announced a major AI update to its AWS-based platform. TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Liya, the new Jatheon Cloud AI …

Just Superfund Transforms Client Support With Supportbench’s Customer Management Solution

Australian accounting firm ends email chaos with Supportbench’s customer management tools VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Just Superfund, a mid-sized accounting firm based in Australia, has transformed its …

Six New European Providers Join the Virt8ra Sovereign Cloud Thanks to the €3B IPCEI-CIS

This major alternative brings together some of the main Cloud Service Providers across the European Union, including CloudFerro, IONOS, OVHcloud, and Scaleway. MADRID, SPAIN, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In January 2025, a group of eight …