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The Truman Show: 27 Years Later, More Prescient Than Ever

As The Truman Show approaches its 27th anniversary, this deep dive explores how Peter Weir's 1998 cinematic vision has evolved from speculative fiction to unnerving social prophecy in our age of reality TV and digital surveillance.

Diane Ladd: Hollywood's Subtle Star Power

Celebrating the remarkable career of Diane Ladd, whose sharp and subtle supporting roles illuminated cinema for decades while championing authenticity in Hollywood.

Fantaisie: Modern Ophelia Swamped by Sensory Overload

French director Sandrine Rinaldi's ambitious 'Fantaisie' attempts to reimagine Shakespeare's Ophelia for the digital age, but becomes overwhelmed by its own audiovisual excess in this striking yet frustrating character study.

Equality Commission guidance 'unworkable' say councils

New Equality and Human Rights Commission guidance on single-sex spaces has been branded 'fundamentally unworkable' by local authorities and public bodies, creating confusion and legal uncertainty across Britain.

BIFA 2025: My Father's Shadow Leads Nominations

The British Independent Film Awards 2025 nominations are in, with intimate dramas 'My Father's Shadow' and 'Pillion' dominating the field. Discover the full list of contenders and emerging talent shaping UK cinema.

Pub Divide: How Men & Women Use Pubs Differently

New research reveals fascinating gender differences in pub behaviour - from social activities to drinking preferences. Discover what really happens when men and women visit their local.

Pakistan's Period Tax: Young Lawyer Fights Back

A groundbreaking legal challenge in Pakistan confronts the controversial sales tax on menstrual products, arguing it discriminates against women and violates constitutional rights.

Doctors dismissed her until male partner spoke

A shocking personal account reveals how medical professionals dismissed a woman's serious symptoms until her male partner repeated the same concerns, sparking a vital conversation about gender bias in healthcare.

Spain funds Woody Allen film amid controversy

The Spanish government faces backlash for investing €10 million in Woody Allen's upcoming film, reigniting debates about public funding for controversial filmmakers.

AI Horror Film 'Tool' Personalises Your Nightmares

Groundbreaking British horror film 'Tool' uses artificial intelligence to create personalised nightmares based on viewers' online data, sparking both excitement and ethical debates in the film industry.

Sexism Haunts UK Wine Industry

Exclusive investigation reveals how sexism remains deeply embedded in the UK wine trade, with women facing daily microaggressions, harassment and systemic barriers to advancement.

Horror's Ableism Problem: Cinema's New Monsters

From Frankenstein's creature to modern horror villains, cinema has long used physical difference as shorthand for evil. Discover why the genre's new monsters still fail the disability community.

BFI London Film Festival Calls for Volunteers

The British Film Institute is seeking enthusiastic volunteers for the 2024 London Film Festival. Discover how you can be part of one of the UK's most prestigious cinematic events and gain exclusive behind-the-scenes access.

Relay: Riz Ahmed's chilling surveillance thriller

Justin Piasecki's gripping surveillance thriller 'Relay' starring Riz Ahmed delivers a terrifyingly plausible vision of corporate control that will haunt you long after the credits roll.

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