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Keanu Reeves says he ‘always’ wanted to play Wolverine

The US actor said he had spoken to the head of DC Studios in regard to a Constantine film sequel.
Sharon Horgan says Irish success during 2023 awards season is ‘unsurprising’ (PA)
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Sharon Horgan says Irish success during 2023 awards season is ‘unsurprising’

The Irish actress and director said that the island produced ‘incredible acting talent’ but that more focus is needed on its achievements.
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Success of Irish talent in 2023 awards season ‘unsurprising’, says Sharon Horgan

The Irish actress and director said that Ireland has historically produced ‘incredible acting talent’.
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Sharon Horgan: My daughter wants Paul Mescal to beat Colin Farrell at the Oscars

The Irish actress and director said she could not pick between the two but that her daughter ‘loves Paul very much’.
Film

Elizabeth Hurley remembers cricketer Shane Warne on anniversary of his death

The Australian cricketer died on March 4 last year after a suspected heart attack in Koh Samui, Thailand.
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Tom Sizemore: The Hollywood hardman who fell from grace

The US actor made a name for himself as a quintessential Hollywood hardman, after starring in multiple high-octane thrillers.
Showbiz

Idris Elba says ‘black actor’ backlash is ‘stupid’

The Luther actor sparked outrage after saying he had made the decision after feeling “it put me in a box”

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Actress Emily Watson says she ‘loves being in Glasgow’

Emily Watson attended the premiere of her film, God’s Creatures.
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Colin Farrell says sense of civic duty strong among Irish people

The Irish actor also spoke about Hollywood star Elizabeth Taylor teaching him a ‘lesson in humility’.
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Power of Film: stars gather to discuss the power of cinema

The two-day event brings the great and the good of the film world together for a series of talks and masterclasses

Film

An Irish Goodbye actor reveals being starstruck made him late on stage at Baftas

James Martin also spoke about his campaign work on behalf of people with disabilities.
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New Peter Pan & Wendy trailer released by Disney+

The boy who never grows up is reimagined in this new live action adventure

Showbiz

The Weeknd to star in a new film with Wednesday’s Jenna Ortega

The Weeknd, Ortega, and Keoghan will be appearing in a film that’s shrouded in mystery.

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StudioCanal joins ITVX: here’s our pick of the best films

From children’s classics to Korean thrillers, here’s our pick of some of the best films dropping on the streamer

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Creed III: boxing blockbuster hits home with power and urgency

Jonathan Majors is electrifying in the ninth Rocky movie

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Award-winning song Naatu Naatu added to list of performances at 2023 Oscars

The track is nominated for best original song at the 95th Academy Awards, taking on pop titans Rihanna and Lady Gaga.
Showbiz

Field shares heartache over Williams loss as Mrs Doubtfire turns 30

The actress said her co-star ‘was everything he seemed to be: a generous, loving, sweet, talented man’

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The 20 best films to watch on MUBI right now, from Aftersun to Corsage

Whether you’re looking for an award-winning art house film, or a more hidden gem, MUBI has you covered

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Lily James says she ‘despaired’ when she went on a dating app

The actress stars in a new romantic comedy which explores the contrasting approaches of dating app obsession and arranged marriages.
Film

Full list of winners at SAG Awards: Everything Everywhere wins big

Brendan Fraser’s much-discussed performance in Darren Aronofsky’s The Whale earns him the best actor award

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Ke Huy Quan hails diversity within film industry in SAG award speech

The actor, who won best male actor in a supporting role, became the first Asian actor to win in the category.
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Jessica Barden hits out at ‘posh actors’

The actress grew up in a working-class family in North Yorkshire.
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Banshees main cast look to add to gong collections at 29th annual SAG awards

The film’s four stars, Colin Farrell, Brendan Gleeson, Barry Keoghan and Kerry Condon, have all been recognised for their individual performances.
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Milla Jovovich announces charity gown auction on anniversary of Ukraine invasion

The actress is working with Ukrainian designer Lever Couture on the gown which will feature ‘love letters’ to Ukraine sewn onto it.
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Ray Liotta honoured with posthumous star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

The Goodfellas actor was praised for his ‘unparalleled capacity for vulnerability’ and ‘charm and mischievousness’ at the ceremony on Friday.
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Warner Bros announces work on new films based on The Lord Of The Rings franchise

Fans will be invited deeper into the cinematic world of JRR Tolkien’s Middle Earth ‘in new and exciting ways’, studio bosses said.
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Rust film company agrees to pay 100,000-dollar fine to health and safety bureau

It comes a day after actor Alec Baldwin pleaded not guilty to involuntary manslaughter following the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.
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What we know about Warner Bros’ ‘multiple’ new LOTR movies

20 years have passed since the debut of Peter Jackson's trilogy, and Warner Bros. Discovery is currently competing for franchises.

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What’s Love Got to Do With It? review: an ambitious but flawed rom-com

It’s still an impressive feature debut from writer Jemima Khan

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Idris Elba wins praise but critics label Luther: The Fallen Sun ‘cartoonish’

The ‘sizzling star quality’ of the actor as DCI John Luther was commended but the film was called ‘an overload of everything, especially plot’.
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Cocaine Bear review: just grin and bear it

This is Jaws meets Gilmore Girls and Brave

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Paul Mescal describes ‘fury’ after being groped by fan

The actor said the incident had been ‘so gross’ and ‘creepy’

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£100m raised for Turkey-Syria earthquake aid ‘incredibly moving’ – Daniel Craig

The James Bond star called for more donations to provide food, water, shelter and warm clothing for families in Turkey and Syria.