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Durban Film Festival Unveils Lineup With 72 Features, 48 Docs

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:20:24 PDT

The South African festival will screen Asghar Farhadi's Cannes competition entry "The Past" and films from the likes of Wong Kar Wai, David Cronenberg and Bernardo Bertolucci.

Shanghai Film's Ren Zhonglun on the Challenges of Running a Chinese Entertainment Major

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:14:06 PDT

The long-time champion and financier of Cannes winning director Jia Zhangke, shares his approach to fusing art and commerce while heading one of China's largest state-backed entertainment conglomerates.

Sony Shareholders Press CEO on Proposed Hollywood Sell-Off

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:35:01 PDT

Kaz Hirai said the board will consider the proposal from hedge fund Third Point to sell a 15 to 20 percent stake in the profit-making division.

'Oz the Great and Powerful' Tops Home Entertainment Charts

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:41:30 PDT

"Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters" snagged the No. 2 spot, while Dwayne Johnson's "Snitch" took No. 3.

James Gandolfini: 15 Iconic Movie and TV Roles

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:05:06 PDT

From Tony Soprano to "True Romance," a look at the actor’s career.

James Gandolfini's Early 'Sopranos' Reviews: Raves for a Mob Boss

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 17:35:08 PDT

THR looks back at the initial acclaim the late actor received for playing Tony Soprano in season one of the HBO hit.

'Sopranos' Star James Gandolfini Dies at 51

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 16:31:20 PDT

UPDATE: The actor, most recently seen in "Zero Dark Thirty" and "The Incredible Burt Wonderstone," died of a possible heart attack.

Box Office Preview: 'Monsters University' Pacing to Beat 'World War Z'

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:43:50 PDT

"Man of Steel" could also beat Brad Pitt's zombie extravaganza, but even rivals agree that a predicted opening in the $45 million to $50 million range would mark a good start for "World War Z."

Chaz Bono Stars in 'Independence Day' Musical at Hollywood Fringe

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:42:07 PDT

The annual arts festival takes over Los Angeles in June.

Jeremy Irons in Taormina: 'Nothing More Dangerous Than a Man, a Stage, and a Microphone'

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:33:52 PDT

At the festival, the 64-year-old Oscar winner drew rave reviews for his wandering and personal interactions with fans.

Jason Schwartzman Joins Tim Burton's 'Big Eyes'

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:25:07 PDT

The Weinstein Co.'s film is based on the true story of art couple Margaret and Walter Keane, who both claimed to have painted the famous big-eyed children's paintings.

Universal Picks Up 'Locke & Key' Comic (Exclusive)

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:19:23 PDT

Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci, the writers on the "Star Trek" and "Transformers" movies, are producing the feature adaptation.

Box Office Report: 'Man of Steel' Sails Past $150 Million in North America

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:42:23 PDT

"Iron Man 3" also celebrates crossing $400 million at the domestic box office as it nears the end of its run.

Prashant Shah Joins Benaroya Pictures as VP and Head of Physical Production

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:16:39 PDT

He will oversee budgeting and scheduling of the company's productions.

'Fifty Shades of Grey' Director: 5 Things to Know About Sam Taylor-Johnson

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:52:34 PDT

The British filmmaker married "Kick-Ass" star Aaron Johnson, who is 24 years her junior, after directing him in 2009's "Nowhere Boy."

James Franco Criticizes 'Amazing Spider-Man' (Again), While Raving About 'Man of Steel'

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:29:45 PDT

The multi-hyphenate penned an op-ed for “Vice,” in which he says the Andrew Garfield franchise “arose even before there was time to bury the corpse of the old one.”

'Chuck' Actress Lands 'Judge' Role Opposite Robert Downey Jr. (Exclusive)

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:13:29 PDT