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Rosamund Pike and Matthew Rhys Star in Babak Anvari’s Psychological Thriller “Hallow Road”

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Hallow-RoadGolden Globe and Emmy winner Rosamund Pike (Saltburn, Gone Girl) and Emmy and Critics Choice Award winner Matthew Rhys (The Americans) lead the cast of “Hallow Road,” the latest feature from writer-director Babak Anvari (Under the Shadow, I Came By). The film opens exclusively in AMC theaters on October 31 as part of a Halloween Double Feature presentation alongside Vincent Must Die.

Premiering at the 2025 SXSW Film & TV Festival in March, Hallow Road has since screened at major international festivals including Brussels, Melbourne, Munich, Leiden, New Horizons, and Neuchâtel, earning early acclaim for its unnerving atmosphere and emotional precision.

The psychological thriller follows parents (Pike and Rhys) who receive a late-night call from their daughter after she accidentally strikes another young woman while driving her father’s car. As they race to protect their family and contain the fallout, the night unravels into a series of chilling revelations that expose deeper secrets—and the fear that they may not be the only ones on Hallow Road.

Produced by Ian Henry, Lucan Toh, Aram Tertzakian, Nate Bolotin, and Richard Bolger, the film marks another step in Anvari’s exploration of guilt, dread, and human fragility through genre storytelling. The filmmaker, also attached to Paramount’s upcoming Cloverfield project, continues his distinctive blend of grounded realism and supernatural unease.

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SAG-AFTRA, OpenAI, and Bryan Cranston Collaborate on Voice and Likeness Protections in Sora 2

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sag-aaftra-open-ai -ataSAG-AFTRA, OpenAI, and actor Bryan Cranston have reached a collaborative agreement to strengthen voice and likeness protections in OpenAI’s generative video model Sora 2, following early reports that Cranston’s likeness was generated without authorization during the model’s invite-only release.

The collaboration also includes the Association of Talent Agents (ATA), United Talent Agency (UTA), and Creative Artists Agency (CAA), all uniting to ensure performers’ rights are safeguarded in the era of synthetic media.

OpenAI confirmed it has reinforced its opt-in protocol, requiring explicit consent for any replication of a performer’s voice or likeness. The company also pledged to respond swiftly to any complaints or misuse, aligning its framework with the principles of the pending NO FAKES Act, federal legislation aimed at preventing unauthorized digital replication.

“I was deeply concerned not just for myself, but for all performers whose work and identity can be misused in this way,” Cranston said. “I am grateful to OpenAI for strengthening its guardrails and respecting our right to manage replication of our voice and likeness.”
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Robert Redford, Hollywood Icon and Architect of Independent Cinema, Dies at 89

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Robert Redford during the filming of The Sting (1973). Photo by Ken Dare, Los Angeles Times / Courtesy of the Dutch National Archives.

Robert Redford, the Oscar-winning actor, director, and visionary who built Sundance into the home of independent film, has died at his home in Utah. He was 89. Redford was first known as one of Hollywood’s most magnetic leading men, but his greatest impact came later, as he reshaped the future of filmmaking by giving independent voices a place to be heard.

Redford began his career in television and on Broadway before breaking through in film. His first leading role that brought him recognition was Barefoot in the Park (1967) opposite Jane Fonda. Two years later, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969) made him a household name. His pairing with Paul Newman became one of the most beloved duos in film history. They reunited in The Sting (1973), which became a massive hit and earned Redford an Oscar nomination for Best Actor.

An American Icon

In the 1970s, Redford wasn’t just a star. With his blond hair, windswept style, and natural charisma, he became a cultural symbol of American masculinity. But he quickly proved he was more than an image. In The Candidate (1972), Jeremiah Johnson (1972), Three Days of the Condor (1975), and All the President’s Men (1976), he pursued stories with political and social weight. By the end of the decade, he had become both a top box office draw and one of the most respected actors of his generation.

Behind the Camera

In 1980, Redford made his directing debut with Ordinary People, a family drama that went on to win four Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director. The film marked his transformation from leading man to accomplished filmmaker and proved he could command just as much respect behind the camera.
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Ariana Grande Announces The Eternal Sunshine Tour With Multi-Night Arena Shows in North America and the UK

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ariana-grande-the-eternal-sunshine-tourAriana Grande will return to the stage in summer 2026 with The Eternal Sunshine Tour, her first concert run in six years. Produced by Live Nation, the tour will feature extended stays in major cities, including four-night runs in Los Angeles and Brooklyn, and a five-night residency at London’s O2 Arena.

The tour supports Grande’s seventh studio album Eternal Sunshine (2024) and its 2025 deluxe follow-up Eternal Sunshine: Brighter Days Ahead. It launches in Oakland, CA, before stops in Austin, Chicago, Atlanta, and more, followed by UK dates in September.

Tickets for North American shows go on presale September 9, with general onsale September 10. UK presales begin September 16, with general onsale September 18. VIP packages will also be available, offering early entry, exclusive merchandise, and access to a pre-show lounge.

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Grateful Dead Movie to Screen in IMAX for One-Night Early Access Event

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IMAX Presents: The Grateful Dead Movie 2025
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The Grateful Dead Movie will return to theaters this summer as part of the 2025 edition of “Meet-Up At The Movies,” with early screenings in IMAX on August 13 and a general release on August 14.

Originally released in 1977 and co-directed by Jerry Garcia and Leon Gast, the film documents the band’s five-night run at San Francisco’s Winterland Ballroom in 1974. It includes live performances, behind-the-scenes footage, animation, and rare moments focused on the Grateful Dead’s devoted fan base.

This marks the first time the film will be presented in IMAX, with newly remastered sound and picture. An exclusive bonus performance of “China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider” will be shown in theaters following the film.

The Grateful Dead Movie is presented by Rhino Entertainment and Trafalgar Releasing.

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Francis Ford Coppola to Host Live Megalopolis Screenings and Discussions This Summer

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Francis-Ford-Coppola---MegalopolisLegendary director Francis Ford Coppola will appear live in select U.S. theaters this summer for a special event series, An Evening With Francis Ford Coppola and Megalopolis Screening.

Each event includes a screening of his 2024 epic Megalopolis, followed by an interactive Q&A and discussion titled “How To Change Our Future.” The tour begins July 20 in Red Bank, NJ, with additional stops in New York, Chicago, Denver, and San Francisco.

Megalopolis, set in a futuristic New Rome, stars Adam Driver, Giancarlo Esposito, Nathalie Emmanuel, and more. The film premiered at Cannes in 2024 to a 10-minute standing ovation and is not currently available on streaming platforms.

Tickets are available now via Ticketmaster.com.

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2025 American Music Awards: Full Winners List

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ama-2025The 2025 American Music Awards aired live from Fontainebleau Las Vegas, with Jennifer Lopez returning as host and kicking off the night with a performance. The fan-voted show recognized the year’s most popular artists across genres, with nominees based on streaming, sales, airplay, and touring data.

Billie Eilish was the night’s standout, winning all seven of her nominated categories, including Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, and Song of the Year. Eilish, currently on tour in Europe, did not attend the ceremony.

Kendrick Lamar led with 10 nominations but won only one (Favorite Hip-Hop Song for “Not Like Us”). Post Malone, nominated in eight categories, took home two awards including Favorite Country Song and Favorite Male Country Artist.

Beyoncé won Best Country Album, following previous snubs at other country music awards. Taylor Swift, despite six nominations, was absent from the event and did not take home any awards.

This year’s performers included Lopez, Gwen Stefani, Blake Shelton, Lainey Wilson, Gloria Estefan, Benson Boone, Renée Rapp, and others. Janet Jackson received the Icon Award; Rod Stewart was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award and closed the show with a performance.

Presenters featured a mix of artists and personalities, including Shaboozey, Dan + Shay, Cara Delevingne, Tiffany Haddish, and Wayne Brady.

Artist of the Year
Billie Eilish — Winner
Ariana Grande
Chappell Roan
Kendrick Lamar
Morgan Wallen
Post Malone
Sabrina Carpenter
SZA
Taylor Swift
Zach Bryan

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Cannes 2025: ‘It Was Just an Accident’ Wins Palme d’Or Amid Strong Year for Global Cinema

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cannes-2025The 78th Cannes Film Festival concluded with Iranian director Jafar Panahi winning the Palme d’Or for It Was Just an Accident, a tense moral thriller inspired by his own imprisonment in Iran. The film, which follows a group of former detainees confronting their alleged torturer, marked Panahi’s first in-person appearance at Cannes in over two decades. His emotional return and the film’s urgent themes of oppression and justice drew widespread acclaim and a standing ovation at the ceremony.

Panahi, long banned from leaving Iran, dedicated the prize to artists exiled from their home countries. His win also extended indie distributor Neon’s streak to six consecutive Palme d’Or victories, including previous titles like Parasite and Anora.

Beyond Panahi’s triumph, the festival showcased a wide range of standout films. Joachim Trier won the Grand Prix for Sentimental Value, while the Jury Prize was split between Óliver Laxe’s Sirât and Mascha Schilinski’s Sound of Falling. Brazil’s The Secret Agent took home Best Director for Kleber Mendonça Filho and Best Actor for Wagner Moura. Best Actress went to Nadia Melliti for The Little Sister.

The Camera d’Or for best first film was awarded to Hasan Hadi’s The President’s Cake, the first Iraqi film to win at Cannes. A special award was given to Bi Gan for Resurrection.

Despite a power outage affecting the region hours before the ceremony, the festival concluded without major disruption, ending what many considered one of Cannes’ strongest years in recent memory.

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Dag Johan Haugerud’s Sex Opens at Film Forum

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Dag-Johan-Haugerud-SexThe 2024 Norwegian drama Sex, directed by Dag Johan Haugerud, will have its U.S. theatrical premiere on Friday, June 13 at Film Forum in New York. The film is the second in Haugerud’s Love–Sex–Dreams: The Oslo Trilogy, a series of standalone features examining nontraditional forms of intimacy and emotional honesty in modern relationships.

Set in Oslo, Sex follows two male-identified colleagues—both in heterosexual marriages—as they confront aspects of their sexuality and identity that challenge traditional gender roles and relationship norms. One man discloses a recent sexual encounter with another man, while the other wrestles with recurring dreams involving David Bowie and questions of gender fluidity. The narrative focuses on their efforts to communicate these experiences with their wives, exploring themes of vulnerability, trust, and the complexity of love within the framework of monogamous relationships.

The film had its world premiere at the 2024 Berlin Film Festival, where it received the Europa Cinemas Label Award for Best European Film in the Panorama section. Haugerud, also an acclaimed novelist, is known for using restrained storytelling to depict nuanced emotional and social dynamics.

Sex is the second installment in The Oslo Trilogy. The first film, Love, opens at Film Forum on Friday, May 16, with Haugerud scheduled to appear for post-screening Q&As on Friday, May 16 (7:45 PM) and Saturday, May 17 (5:15 PM). The final film in the trilogy, Dreams, which won the Golden Bear at the 2025 Berlinale, is slated to open at Film Forum on Friday, September 12.

Each of the trilogy’s films is self-contained and can be viewed independently, though they are thematically linked by their exploration of intimacy, desire, and identity in contemporary Norwegian society.

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Sabrina Carpenter, Hozier, Doja Cat, Luke Combs, The Strokes, John Summit, Doechii, Feid And Cage The Elephant To Lead Austin City Limits Music Festival 2025

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austin-city-limitsThe 2025 Austin City Limits Music Festival has released its official artist lineup. Scheduled to take place across two weekends—October 3–5 and October 10–12—at Zilker Park in Austin, Texas, the event will feature performances by Sabrina Carpenter, Hozier, Doja Cat, Luke Combs, The Strokes, John Summit, Doechii, Feid, and Cage the Elephant.

Additional artists include T-Pain, Empire of the Sun, Djo, Pierce the Veil (weekend two), Rilo Kiley (weekend two), Maren Morris (weekend one), Mk.gee, Zeds Dead, Sammy Virji, Polo & Pan, ROLE MODEL, and others. Performances will take place across nine stages.

Tickets for the three-day festival go on sale at 12 p.m. CT today via www.aclfestival.com.

Several artists return to the event after previous performances on smaller stages. Luke Combs, who performed on the BMI stage in 2017, is among this year’s headliners. The 2025 lineup also includes a range of emerging performers such as Fujii Kaze (weekend two), ROLE MODEL, Gigi Perez, CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso (weekend two), Olivia Dean, Yoke Lore, flowerovlove, Royal & The Serpent, Amble, Good Neighbours, and Celeste (weekend one).
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