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Alfonso Cuaron’s “Roma” Wins Best Film At Venice Film Festival

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Oscar-winning director Alfonso Cuaron’s Netflix drama “Roma” was the big winner on Saturday at the Venice Film Festival, winning the Golden Lion for best film, the highest prize given to a film at the prestigious festival.

This is Netflix’s first win at a major film festival, establishing the streaming giant as a strong force in arthouse film distribution.

The award was given to Guillermo del Toro, who last year won the Golden Lion for The Shape of Water, which went on to sweep the oscars including best picture and best director for del Toro.

Similarly, Roma’s win gives a strong start for the film’s oscar campaign. The film has been getting plenty of acclaim, with Hollywood Reporter describing it “an immersive bath in some of the most luxuriantly beautiful black-and-white images you’ve ever seen.”

The much buzzed-about family drama was written, co-edited, co-photographed, co-produced Alfonso Cuarón and stars Yalitza Aparicio, Marco Graf, Marina de Tavira, Enoc Leaño, Daniela Demesa and Daniel Valtierra.

Said to be Cuaron’s most personal film yet, “Roma” is filmed in black-and-white which perfectly complement’s the film’s ’70s setting. It is his first film since the sci-fi epic “Gravity.”

Roma’s festival play at Venice Film Fest is also its world premiere. This will be followed by screenings at Toronto International Film Festival before it debuts on Netflix on December 14, though no theatrical release date has been confirmed.

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Mac Miller Dead At 26

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Pittsburgh-born rapper, singer and producer Mac Miller died on Friday in Los Angeles of an apparent overdose, various media sources are reporting. He was 26.

The artist, born Malcolm James McCormick, has struggled with substance abuse throughout his career.

In January 2013, Miller admitted to Complex: “I love lean; it’s great. I was not happy and I was on lean very heavy. I was so fucked up all the time it was bad. My friends couldn’t even look at me the same. I was lost.” Last month, he was charged by the Los Angeles Attorney’s Office with a DUI after a car accident in May.

Miller’s debut studio album, Blue Slide Park, was released by Rostrum Records in 2011 and debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart.

Last month, he released his fifth studio album, “Swimming” by REMember Music and Warner Bros. Records. The album debuted at number 3 on Billboard album charts.

This was followed by Watching Movies with the Sound Off (2013), GO:OD AM (2015) and The Divine Feminine (2016). Miller dated singer Ariana Grande for almost two years which culminated into a very public breakup on May of this year. The two have collaborated on the top 10 single “The Way” (2013).

He is also set to embark on a US tour, which was set to begin in San Francisco on October 27. “I just wanna go on tour. The show is going to be special every night. I wish it started tomorrow,” Miller tweeted on Thursday.

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Sting and Shaggy Announce North American Tour

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After wrapping their European co-headlining tour, Sting and Shaggy is headed to North America, lvie Nation Entertainment announced.

The tour kick will on Sept. 14 in Jacksonville, Fla., Sept. 14, then continues to other locations such as Atlanta, Washington DC, Chicago and Pheonix among others. The tour then concludes in Funner, CA.

According to Billboard, the hit co-headlining tour have grossed $10.8 million during its run in Europe, where the two superstars played 23 sold out shows and attracted 132,155 concert goers.

The 44/876 tour was in support of their collaborative album, which was released on April 20, 2018 by A&M Records, Interscope Records and Cherrytree Records. The album was named after the phone call codes for UK and Jamaican, Sting and Shaggy’s home countries respectively.

Here is the The 44/876 Tour’s full North American schedule:
Sept. 14 – Jacksonville, FL – Daily’s Place
Sept. 15 – Miami, FL – Fillmore Miami Beach at The Jackie Gleason Theater
‪Sept. 17 – Atlanta, GA – Tabernacle
‪Sept. 19 – Washington, DC – The Theater at MGM National Harbor
‪Sept. 20 – Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore
‪Sept. 21 – Atlantic City, NJ – Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa
‪Sept. 25 – Boston, MA – House of Blues
‪Sept. 26 – New York, NY – The Rooftop at Pier 17, Seaport District NYC
Sept. 28 – Toronto, ON – The Phoenix Concert Theatre
‪Sept. 30 – Minneapolis, MN – The Armory
‪Oct. 01 – St. Louis, MO – The Pageant
‪Oct. 02 – Chicago, IL – The Aragon Ballroom
‪Oct. 04 – Kansas City, MO – Arvest Bank Theatre at The Midland
‪Oct. 05 – Denver, CO – Fillmore Auditorium
‪Oct. 08 – San Francisco, CA – The Masonic
‪Oct. 09 – Santa Barbara, CA – Santa Barbara Bowl
‪Oct. 10 – Phoenix, AZ – The Van Buren
‪Oct. 12 – Rancho Mirage, CA – Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa
‪Oct. 13 – Las Vegas, NV – Park Theater
‪Oct. 15 – Los Angeles, CA – The Wiltern
Oct. 16 – Funner, CA – Harrah’s Resort South California

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Trailer For Zombie Musical “Anna and the Apocalypse”

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Its Shawn Of the Dead meets La La Land in the latest trailer for Christmas-set zombie musical “Anna and the Apocalypse.”

“When a zombie apocalypse descends upon their small town during Christmas, it’s up to Anna (Ella Hunt) and her friends to fight, slash and sing their way to safety,” says the film’s outline.

Directed by Scottish film director John McPhail from the screenplay by Alan McDonald & Ryan McHenry, the film stars lla Hunt, Malcom Cumming, Ben Wiggins, Sarah Swire, Christopher Leveaux, Marli Siu, Mark Benton & Paul Kaye.

Based on the 2010 BAFTA-winning short Zombie Musical, “Anna and the Apocalypse” is set to open in select theaters on November 30th, then later expands nationwide on December 7th.

Here’s the film’s synopsis:
A zombie apocalypse threatens the sleepy town of Little Haven – at Christmas – forcing Anna and her friends to fight, slash and sing their way to survival, facing the undead in a desperate race to reach their loved ones. But they soon discover that no one is safe in this new world, and with civilization falling apart around them, the only people they can truly rely on are each other.

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New “Nutcracker” Movie’s Final Trailer Released

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Giving new life to the E. T. A. Hoffmann’s classic holiday story, Walt Disney Pictures has just released the final trailer for “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms” and it looks magical.

“The legend you know has a dark side,” it says on the trailer, where the film’s young lead Clara is lead to a trip into the four realms: The Land of Snowflakes, The Land of Flowers, The Land of Sweets, and the mysterious last realm ruled over by Mother Ginger.

This latest big screen Disney adaptation is full of stars in the cast, which includes Mackenzie Foy (as the lead in the movie as Clara) Keira Knightley the Sugar Plum Fairy, and Helen Mirren as the villainous Mother Ginger. Also in the film are Matthew Macfadyen, Eugenio Derbez, Richard E. Grant, Misty Copeland, and Morgan Freeman.

There is also enormous talent behind the camera of the film, with Joe Johnston (Jurassic Park III, Captain America: The First Avenger) and academy award nominated director Lasse Hallström (The Cider House Rules, What’s Eating Gilbert Grape, Chocolat) co-directing.

Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures is set to release “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms” on November 2, 2018.

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“Cats” Movie Sets Release Date

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Can’t wait for Jellicles to arrive in theaters? Well, now the film’s release has been dated. The movie version of the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical “Cats” will now be released on Dec. 20, 2019.

The date is going to be a very busy week for moviegoers as it is also currently occupied by Star Wars: Episode IX. That release date was also originally occupied by another movie musical product “Wicked”, which is now awaiting its new release date to be announced.

Fans may already know that a lot of big names are attached to the film including Taylor Swift, Jennifer Hudson, Ian McKellen, and James Corden, though what roles they will be playing has not been confirmed.

Oscar-winning director Tom Hooper (The King’s Speech, Les Misérables, The Danish Girl) is helming for Universal’s Working Title Films, while screenwriter Lee Hall (Billy Elliot) is penning the script. “Cats” is set to feature choreography from Olivier Award winner Wayne McGregor.

Cats is one of the longest-running shows in the history of Broadway and is one of the most well-known musicals around the world. It first opened in 1981 in London’s West End and then the following year on Broadway’s Winter Garden Theater. The musical has won best musical awards at both Laurence Olivier and the Tony’s.

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“A Star Is Born” Soundtrack Details Revealed

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Interscope has released soundtrack details of “A Star Is Born,” which includes new music from the film’s stars Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper. The film is Cooper’s directorial debut.

The 34-track album also features songs by Lukas Nelson (of Promise of the Real), Jason Isbell, Mark Ronson, and Andrew Wyatt of Miike Snow. Two of the songs in the soundtrack, “Shallow” and “Maybe It’s Time”, have been featured in the film’s trailer.

Part of the film was shot last year during Coachella. Original songs were also composed for the film, some of which was teased in the trailer, including a snippet of “The Shallow” which was co-penned by Mark Ronson, Gaga’s collaborator in her Joanne album. This marks the third remake of the original 1937 film: the first was in 1954 which starred Judy Garland and James Mason, then again in 1976 with Barbra Streisand and Kris Kristofferson.

“A Star is Born” is set to hit theaters October 5. The soundtrack will also be released on the same day but is now available for pre-order. See the full track-listing below.

1. “Intro”
2. “Black Eyes” – Performed by Bradley Cooper.
3. “Somewhere Over The Rainbow”
4. “Fabulous French”
5. “La Vie En Rose” – Performed by Lady Gaga.
6. “I’ll Wait For You”
7. “Maybe It’s Time” – Performed by Bradley Cooper.
8. “Parking Lot”
9. Out of Time – Performed by Bradley Cooper.
10. “Alibi” – Performed by Bradley Cooper.
11. “Trust Me”
12. “Shallow” – Performed by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper
13. “First Stop, Arizona”
14. “Music To My Eyes” – Performed by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper.
15. “Diggin’ My Grave” – Performed by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper.
16. “I Love You”
17. “Always Remember Us This Way” – Performed by Lady Gaga.
18. “Unbelievable”
19. “How Do You Hear It?”
20. “Look What I Found” – Performed by Lady Gaga.
21. “Memphis”
22. “Heal Me” – Performed by Lady Gaga.
23. “I Don’t Know What Love Is” – Performed by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper.
24. “Vows”
25. “Is That Alright?” – Performed by Lady Gaga.
27. “Why Did You Do That?” – Performed by Lady Gaga.
28. “Hair Body Face” – Performed by Lady Gaga.
29. “Scene 98”
30. “Before I Cry” – Performed by Lady Gaga.
31. “Too Far Gone” – Performed by Bradley Cooper.
32. “Twelve Notes”
33. “I’ll Never Love Again (Film Version)” – Performed by Lady Gaga.
34. “I’ll Never Love Again (Extended Version)” – Performed by Lady Gaga.

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From Universal Pictures Home Entertainment: Leave No Trace

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Universal Pictures Home Entertainment: Leave No Trace

A man and his teenage daughter have been living in the wilderness for years in the unforgettable film LEAVE NO TRACE, arriving on Digital and the all-new digital movie app Movies Anywhere on September 25, 2018, and on Blu-rayTM, DVD, and On Demand October 2, 2018 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Based on the novel My Abandonment by Peter Rock and from the producers of The Danish Girl Anne Harrison and Linda Reisman, the film is an incredibly powerful story encouraging viewers to explore the idea of family and the notion of ‘home’.

Critics are calling LEAVE NO TRACE “a deeply affecting story” (Manohla Dargis, The New York Times) that “leaves its traces everywhere: in your mind, in your heart, in your soul” (Kenneth Turan, Los Angeles Times).

Directed by Academy Award® nominee Debra Granik (Winter’s Bone) from a script adapted by Granik and Academy-Award® nominated writer Anne Rosellini (Winter’s Bone), LEAVE NO TRACE takes audiences into the lives of war veteran Will (Ben Foster; Hell or High Water) and his teenage daughter Tom (Thomasin Harcourt McKenzie; The Hobbit) who have lived off the grid for years in the forests of Portland, Oregon. When their idyllic life is shattered, both are put into social services. After clashing with their new surroundings, Will and Tom set off on a harrowing journey back to their wild homeland.

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iHeartRadio MMVAs 2018 Winners

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Shawn Mendes was the big winner at Sunday night’s 2018 iHeartRadio Much Music Video Awards, winning four awards in total. The 20-year old Canadian recording artist won Artist of the Year, Best Pop Artist or Group, Fan Fave Artist, and Fan Fave Video awards. Mendes had eight nominations.

Mendes performed twice during the show, performing “Lost in Japan” and “In My Blood,” his second and lead single respectively from his self-titled third studio album.

Also doing great was fellow artist Drake who won two MMVAs for Best Hip Hop Artist or Group and Best Director alongside Karena Evans for “God’s Plan.” Drake was up for seven nomination.

Here’s the complete list of winners below.

iHeartRadio MMVA Artist for Change
Halsey

Best Rock/Alternative Artist or Group
Imagine Dragons

Best Pop Artist or Group
Shawn Mendes

Best EDM/Dance Artist or Group
Marshmello

Best Hip Hop Artist or Group
Drake

Best Director
Drake – “God’s Plan”
Director: Karena Evans

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“Ben Is Back” Teaser Trailer: Lucas Hedges & Julia Roberts Reunite

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The latest teaser trailer for “Ben Is Back” left us wondering what happens after mother and son reunites on Christmas Eve.

Julia Roberts, who’s had great success in family dramas, and especially following last year’s unexpected massive hit “Wonder,” plays Lucas Hedges’ mother Holly Burns. Hedges recently had a string of successes following Manchester by the Sea, Lady Bird and Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri.

The film looks to be another big acting showcase for the two, and the film’s release date certainly helps its awards season potential. The film will have its world premiere in September at the Toronto Film Festival.

Ben is Back co-stars Courtney B. Vance and Kathryn Newton. Peter Hedges, Lucas’ father, wrote and directed the film. Peter’s directorial efforts include “Dan in Real Life” and “The Odd Life of Timothy Green.”

“Ben Is Back” is set to be released by LD Entertainment, Lionsgate and Roadside Attractions in theaters on December 7. Watch the trailer below.

Here’s the film’s official synopsis:

19 year-old Ben Burns (Lucas Hedges) unexpectedly returns home to his family’s suburban home on Christmas Eve morning. Ben’s mother, Holly (Julia Roberts), is relieved and welcoming but wary of her son staying clean. Over a turbulent 24 hours, new truths are revealed, and a mother’s undying love for her son is tested as she does everything in her power to keep him safe. Ben is Back also stars Courtney B. Vance (“The People V. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story”) and Kathryn Newton (Lady Bird).”

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