In the lead-up to the U.S. presidential election, actor Benicio del Toro has shared his thoughts on the political climate. He was recently the guest of honor at the 16th Lumière Film Festival in Lyon, France. Del Toro, known for his roles in movies like "Traffic" and "Sicario," believes that politic
Ali Abbasi, the director of the upcoming film "The Apprentice," is excited for former President Donald Trump to watch his new biopic. The movie, which premiered at Cannes earlier this year, will hit theaters on October 11. Although Abbasi hasn't directly communicated with Trump, he hopes the former
Roeg Sutherland, the co-head of CAA Media Finance, recently shared his thoughts on the state of the independent film sector after last year’s strikes. Speaking at the Zurich Film Festival, Sutherland emphasized that the key issue right now is finding the right projects and intellectual property (IP)
Get ready to welcome autumn in St. Charles! The 39th annual Scarecrow Weekend is just around the corner, starting this Friday. The event will run through Sunday, offering a mix of fall-themed entertainment and activities for everyone. The main attraction is the scarecrow contest, which will be held
Imagine a film that mixes science and art in an exciting way. That's what the new Sandbox Films Science Pitch Prize is all about! This prize, announced by Sandbox Films and the CPH:DOX festival in Copenhagen, will give $25,000 to the best science documentary project pitched at the CPH:FORUM event. T
Last year, New York City’s Global Citizen Festival left a hefty bill for Central Park – $620,000 worth of damage to the iconic Great Lawn. While some might shrug off this incident as collateral damage in the name of charity, it raises important questions about the city's priorities and values. City
Rotterdam's International Film Festival has just welcomed a new face. Marten Rabarts, formerly of the New Zealand International Film Festival, is now leading IFFR Pro. This role involves promoting Dutch film culture worldwide and running programs like CineMart and Rotterdam Lab. He'll work with the
This week has been eventful for celebrities across various fields. Rapper Lady London attended the Revolt World festival in Atlanta, Georgia, where she was spotted among other prominent figures. In Washington, DC, Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson spoke at The Atlantic Festival about her m
This weekend in Baton Rouge is jam-packed with free educational events for students. On Friday, the Louisiana Jumpstart Coalition is hosting its 11th annual Financial Literacy Boot Camp at the EBR Parish Professional Development Center. This event is a must-attend for teachers who want to learn how
Get ready to dance, explore, and celebrate in the heart of Dallas! On November 23, the Deep Ellum Block Party is back with a bang. This time, it’s not just about the music; it’s an entire day dedicated to honoring the neighborhood’s vibrant 150-year history. The lineup includes none other than Wu-Ta
