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Guardian's 15 Zero-Star Reviews Revealed
Discover the exclusive list of productions that failed to impress The Guardian's critics, from big-budget films to acclaimed TV dramas that surprisingly earned the publication's most damning verdict.
Helen Mirren receives Golden Globe lifetime honour
Legendary British actress Dame Helen Mirren is set to receive the prestigious Cecil B. DeMille Award at the 2025 Golden Globes, recognising her extraordinary six-decade career in film and television.
Taxpayer Millions Funded Mediocre UK Films
Exclusive investigation uncovers how scores of low-profile British film productions received overwhelming public funding despite questionable quality and commercial prospects.
Hidden Gem Drama Stuns Amazon Prime Viewers
A gritty, low-budget drama called 'Under the Radar' has become an unexpected streaming sensation on Amazon Prime, earning rave reviews for its raw authenticity and powerful performances.
Kristen Stewart Champions Female Film Directors
Hollywood star Kristen Stewart makes powerful plea for gender equality in film directing, calling for more opportunities for women filmmakers during London screening of her new project.
Fraser & Weisz Returning for New Mummy Movie
Hollywood's favourite adventure duo is reportedly reuniting for a brand new Mummy movie, sending fans into a frenzy of excitement.
Rotten Tomatoes Savages London Film With Brutal Score
The highly anticipated London-based romance 'All Of Us Strangers' faces a devastating blow as Rotten Tomatoes critics deliver one of their most brutal scores of the year, leaving fans and filmmakers stunned.
Colossal Wreck: COP28's Climate Hypocrisy Exposed
Josh Appignanesi's daring documentary exposes the shocking disconnect between climate rhetoric and reality at the UN's flagship environmental conference in Dubai.
Johnny Depp Breaks Silence on Pirates Return
In an exclusive revelation, Johnny Depp addresses the burning question about reprising his iconic role as Captain Jack Sparrow, sharing surprising insights about his relationship with Disney and future plans.
Odyssey: London estate agents' cocaine-fuelled collapse
A chaotic new London thriller plunges into the cocaine-addled world of estate agents, where mental collapse and moral bankruptcy collide in the capital's cut-throat property market.
Belen: Gripping true story of wrongful abortion accusation
A powerful new film exposes the harrowing true story of a woman unjustly prosecuted under Argentina's strict abortion laws. Discover this compelling legal drama based on real events.
Fraser & Weisz Reunite for The Mummy Horror Reboot
Hollywood icons Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz are set to resurrect the beloved adventure franchise with a terrifying new twist from acclaimed horror directors.
Acting Legend Diane Ladd Dies at 90
The film industry mourns Diane Ladd, the celebrated actress known for 'Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore' and mother to Laura Dern, who passed away at 90 after a remarkable seven-decade career.
Predator: Badlands Review - Elle Fanning Revitalises Franchise
The Guardian's verdict is in: Dan Trachtenberg's Predator: Badlands delivers a tense, character-driven thriller with Elle Fanning shining in a brutal survival story that reinvents the iconic franchise.
Shih-Ching Tsou's Directorial Debut 'Left-Handed Girl' Revealed
After decades shaping American indie cinema behind the scenes, Shih-Ching Tsou steps into the spotlight with her first solo feature film, a poignant exploration of memory and migration.
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.
London Gets World Premiere of Pride Musical
The West End is set to welcome an exciting new stage adaptation of the beloved British comedy-drama 'Pride', marking its worldwide theatrical debut in London this autumn.
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.
Ariana Grande emotionally distressed, forced off Brazil flight
Pop sensation Ariana Grande was dramatically removed from a flight to Brazil after becoming 'emotionally distressed,' forcing her to miss the Wicked film premiere and leaving fans devastated.
Shattered Dreams: War Obliterates Women's Futures
A poignant documentary reveals the devastating impact of conflict on women's lives and aspirations, capturing intimate stories of hope destroyed by the brutality of war.
Brief Encounter at 80: Why the Romance Still Captivates
Celebrating eight decades since its release, David Lean's timeless masterpiece 'Brief Encounter' continues to define cinematic romance with its poignant tale of forbidden love and societal restraint.
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.
Twilight Director's 'Uphill Battle' With Studio
Catherine Hardwicke opens up about the surprising resistance she faced launching the Twilight saga, highlighting Hollywood's gender barriers in the early 2000s.
Hollywood legend Diane Ladd dies aged 89
Academy Award-nominated actress and mother to Laura Dern, Diane Ladd, has died peacefully at 89, leaving behind a legacy spanning six decades in film and television.
Actress Diane Ladd, mother of Laura Dern, dies aged 90
Academy Award-nominated actress Diane Ladd, mother of Laura Dern and star of 'Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore', has died aged 90. Remembering her remarkable legacy.
Poltergeist's Dark Secret: Real Skeletons Used in Film
Shocking revelations from the making of horror classic Poltergeist, where real human skeletons were used as props, leaving cast traumatised and sparking the infamous 'curse' rumours.
The Run: Interactive Horror That Tests Your Choices
An innovative horror experience blurs the line between viewer and protagonist in this groundbreaking interactive thriller where your decisions determine who survives.
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.
Hollywood's Worst Box Office Month in 30 Years
Cinema industry faces unprecedented crisis as October 2025 box office revenues collapse to levels not seen since the early 1990s, raising serious questions about the future of theatrical releases.
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