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Paramount’s leading the charge this weekend with the highly anticipatedGladiator II, out at 722 sites across the UK and Ireland.

The original 2000 historical epic Gladiator was also directed by Ridley Scott and starred Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielsen and Oliver Reed, taking $466m at the global box office, with over $43m in the UK alone.

This time, it’s Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal and Denzel Washington taking centre stage. A young barbarian named Lucius (Mescal) lives with his wife and child in Numidia, which is invaded and conquered by the powerful Roman army. It is the widest ever opening...

“Venom: The Last Dance” (Sony) was the default #1 with a $16.2 million gross. That’s an uninspiring number for the top spot, but the threequel now stands at $394 million worldwide and predecessor “Venom: Let There Be Carnage” totaled $507 million. “Dance” could do the same.

The modestly budgeted “Heretic” (A24) and “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” (Lionsgate) are battling for a #2 slot that won’t be certain until Sunday’s actuals come in. Both did around $11 million, a bit over projections.

However, the most noteworthy aspect of the box office on this post-election weekend is that the top 20 is so wildly eclectic that it’s quite possible even the most committed cinematic completist will never see them all.

That’s all the more strange with Veteran’s Day on Monday, making this a four-day weekend for many. Usually that encourages major studios to place their top films, but studios held back due...

It’s not that clear cut that Sony’s Venom: The Last Dance will take No. 1 in its third weekend; the movie looking to do around $12M. Exhibitors are betting that A24’s Heretic could do as much, if not more. A24 projections are at $8M at 3,200 theaters for the Hugh Grant horror movie directed by A Quiet Place architects Scott Beck and Bryan Woods.

Heretic, which made its world premiere at TIFF, follows two young Mormon missionaries, who are forced to prove their faith when they knock on the wrong door and are greeted by a diabolical Mr. Reed (Grant), becoming ensnared in his deadly game of cat-and-mouse. The R-rated movie counts 94% certified fresh reviews on Rotten Tomatoes. There were some sneaks in Salt Lake City, Ut, but overall previews kick off Thursday at 7Pm. The target is young folks, 18-34.

Venom 3 had a very good second Tuesday on Election Day of $3.3M,...

In honor of the holiday season, Jimmy Fallon is unveiling a brand new game.

“It’s called skeleton costume or three months on Ozempic,” the “Tonight Show” host joked Tuesday night. Fittingly, most of Fallon’s opening monologue was devoted to spooky season. The NBC host also pointed out that it’s expected to be 80 degrees on Halloween in New York City this year.

“If there’s one smell the city doesn’t need it’s damp werewolf,” Fallon joked, adding, “there’s nothing that kids like better than a fun-size tube squeeze of Snickers.”

Halloween is also happening a week before the 2024 presidential election, which is already proving to be a high-stakes time for many. “You know it’s a stressful time when adults show up at your house at Halloween like, ‘Forget candy, do you have any Xanax?'” Fallon said.

The “Tonight Show” host has fully embraced the season this year.

On Monday October 28 2024, ABC broadcasts Live with Kelly and Mark!

Live’s Countdown to Halloween Season 3 Episode 40 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Live with Kelly and Mark,” titled “Live’s Countdown to Halloween,” promises to be a festive and entertaining show. Airing on ABC, this special episode will feature a mix of music, fun, and helpful tips as Halloween approaches.

Jason Derulo will join Kelly and Mark as a special guest. Known for his catchy songs and energetic performances, Derulo is sure to bring excitement to the studio. Fans can look forward to hearing him discuss his latest projects and perhaps even share some Halloween-themed fun.

Amy Goodman will also make an appearance, offering viewers last-minute suggestions for Halloween costumes. With her creative ideas, people scrambling for costume inspiration will find helpful tips to make their celebrations a bit more special. This segment is sure to spark some creativity...

On Monday 28 October 2024, Talk broadcasts Live with Kelly and Mark!

Season 3 Episode 40 Episode Summary

In the upcoming episode of “Live with Kelly and Mark,” excitement is in the air as the show welcomes popular guests and fun segments. Jason Derulo, known for his catchy songs and energetic performances, will be stopping by to chat and share some of his latest projects. Fans of his music can look forward to a lively conversation and maybe even a few surprises.

The episode will also feature Amy Goodman, who will provide some creative suggestions for last-minute Halloween costumes. With Halloween just around the corner, her tips could help viewers come up with fun and unique ideas to impress friends and family. Whether it’s a clever DIY costume or a simple yet effective look, Amy’s advice is sure to inspire.

To top off the show, Andrea Bocelli and Lauren Daigle will take...

On Monday, Kelly and Mark welcome multi-talented artist Jason Derulo to their stage. Derulo will be sharing details about his latest album, Nu King, and giving fans a sneak peek into his upcoming tour. As Halloween approaches, “Live’s Countdown to Halloween” kicks off with Amy Goodman offering creative tips for those still seeking the perfect […]

Live with Kelly and Mark: Jason Derulo, Andrea Bocelli & Lauren Daigle...

On Thursday October 24 2024, NBC broadcasts Today!

Season 73 Episode 27 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Today” on NBC promises an exciting lineup for viewers. Filmmaker Steven Spielberg will be featured, bringing his insights and stories from a remarkable career in film. Known for his iconic movies, Spielberg’s appearance is sure to inspire and entertain.

Style expert Chassie Post will also join the show. She will share her expertise on fashion and trends, offering tips that can help everyone look and feel their best. Chassie’s advice is often practical and easy to follow, making it accessible for all.

In a special musical performance, Andrea Bocelli and Sofia Carson will take the stage. Their collaboration is expected to deliver a stunning show, combining Bocelli’s powerful voice with Carson’s enchanting style. Fans of both artists will not want to miss this moment.

Additionally, the segment “Today Food” with Ally Love...

This Thursday, October 24, The Today Show commemorates the 30th anniversary of Schindler’s List with Steven Spielberg. The show also features Today Bestsellers with Chassie Post and a Citi Concert Series performance by Andrea Bocelli and Sofia Carson. Plus Ally Love presents Today Food Loves Football: Dallas Cowboys vs. San Francisco 49ers. The 9-10 a.m. […]

The Today Show: Steven Spielberg, Andrea Bocelli...

On Monday, October 28, 2024, “Live with Kelly and Mark” returns with an exciting episode that promises to entertain and inspire. Season 3, Episode 40 features a star-studded lineup, starting with the talented Jason Derulo. Known for his catchy hits and dynamic performances, Derulo is sure to bring energy to the show. Fans can expect him to share some insights about his latest projects and maybe even a sneak peek of new music.

The episode also includes a special segment with Amy Goodman, who will offer creative suggestions for last-minute Halloween costumes. With Halloween just around the corner, many will appreciate her tips for fun and easy outfits. Goodman’s ideas are likely to spark some inspiration for those still searching for the perfect costume.

To top it all off, viewers will be treated to a stunning performance by Andrea Bocelli, accompanied by Lauren Daigle. Their collaboration promises to be a highlight of the episode,...

Donald Trump loves music. It does not love him back. But neither fact has ever been more obvious than this week, when he made his DJ debut. Even by his standards, it was a bizarre instant-classic trainwreck. At his Monday town hall event in Oaks, Pennsylvania, he quit taking questions from the crowd, and turned his campaign rally into a dance party. “Let’s not do any more questions,” Trump said. “Let’s just listen to music. Who the hell wants to hear questions?” Then he just stood there frozen in a 40-minute K-hole,...

Sevdaliza and Karol G are singing about the sort of love that makes you feel safe and protected. On Friday, the musician pair connected on “No Me Cansare,” or “I Won’t Get Tired,” which hears the pair of musicians dedicate a sultry reggaeton track to a partner they never want to let go.

“Since I became a mother, my energy has transformed,” Sevdaliza said on Instagram. “In times where there is so much ugliness in the world, I wanted to create a song that makes you feel warmth, a song about healthy love,...

What began as a town hall with Donald Trump turned into a bizarre spectacle, as the former president hosted a 30-minute listening party featuring songs from artists who have previously threatened him with legal action.

The town hall in Oaks, Pennsylvania on Monday night was repeatedly interrupted by medical emergencies, reportedly due to warm temperatures inside of the venue. Rather than continue to answer questions, Trump decided to instead play songs from his personal playlist, including Rufus Wainwright’s version of “Hallelujah,” Sinead O’Connor’s version of “Nothing Compares 2 U,” Oliver Anthony’s “Rich Men North of Richmond,” Guns N’ Roses’ “November Rain,” and James Brown’s “It’s A Man’s Man’s Man’s World.”

Also played were “Ave Maria,” “Memory” from the musical Cats, Elvis Presley’s “An American Trilogy,” Andrea Bocelli’s “Time to Say Goodbye,” and the Trump rally staple “Ymca.” As seen in clips posted to social media,...

October 12th marks the sixth wedding anniversary of Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank. Their nuptials, held at St. George’s Chapel, were a high-society event, and the bride wore an elegant gown that allowed her scoliosis surgery scar to be in full view of her guests.

Eugenie’s Wedding Dress Featured A Low-Back To Show Her Surgical Scar

It was a brave decision, as the bride’s goal was to change people’s perception of scars as undesirable blemishes on the body.

Her gorgeous wedding dress featured a low-back style, and she also changed into another dress during the reception that proudly displayed her surgical scar.

The scar was from a spinal correction surgery she had when she was twelve years old. However, before the ceremony, Eugenie said,

“I think you can change the way beauty is, and you can show people your scars, and I think it’s exceptional to stand up for that.

As expected, Shania Twain was in attendance at Thursday’s People’s Country Choice Awards.

What fans did not anticipate, however, was that Shania would trot out yet another bold new look for the occasion.

As we previously reported, Shania has been described as “unrecognizable” in recent months.

Shania Twain attends the 2024 People’s Choice Country Awards at The Grand Ole Opry on September 26, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Terry Wyatt/Getty Images) Shania’s Changing Appearance

Critics have alleged that she’s had work done. Some have even gone so far as to insist that the country icon is “addicted” to plastic surgery.

But as recently as 2023, Shania insisted that she’s never gone under the knife (more on that later).

Whatever the case, the 59-year-old was sporting yet another surprising look on the red carpet last night.

Shania Twain attends the 2024 People’s Choice Country Awards at The...

The Bold and the Beautiful is known for having comedic guests, like Tom Arnold who plays pilot Deuce, and musical guests like Italian tenor, Andrea Bocelli. Now, the soap has another international music sensation appearing and performing in an episode. Katherine Kelly Lang was so thrilled, she took to social media to spread the word.

Honored

B&b has tapped Jökull Júliusson — aka JJ Julius Son — the frontman for an Icelandic band called Kaleo, to play on the show. According to Deadline, one of the show’s producers happened to be at a Bocelli concert in 2023 and bumped into Júliusson, who was also attending, and asked him to appear on the show. He plays his hit song, Way Down We Go.

Lang (Brooke) was so thrilled by Júliusson’s appearance that she wrote on Instagram, “Very excited to have @julius_son from @officialkaleo on our show today! Tune in to the...

When Imagine Documentaries president Sara Bernstein pitched New York Post gossip columnist Cindy Adams on making a film about her career, even the veteran journalist didn’t understand why Bernstein was interested. “What do you want to make a doc about me for?” Adams asked the “Jim Henson: Idea Man” producer. “Everybody has a documentary. My dentist has a documentary!”

Good line — and she must have a great dentist.

An incomplete list of this year’s celebrity docs includes Simone Biles, Celine Dion, Steve Martin, Roger Federer, Stevie van Zandt, Brian Eno, Frida Kahlo, Devo, Christopher Reeve, Sue Bird, Andrea Bocelli, Elton John, Martha Stewart, John Lennon and Yoko Ono, Paul Anka, Pharrell Williams, and Bruce Springsteen.

The appetite seems nearly endless, but producers say it’s increasingly difficult to find famous people whose lives haven’t flashed before our eyes. Said Bernstein, “The challenge today is, who hasn’t had a documentary?...

The Jennifer Hudson Show is returning next week with a star-studded lineup to kick off Season 3.

Premiere week guests, beginning on September 16, include Angela Bassett, Sofía Vergara, Dave Bautista, and Marlon Wayans.

But the fun doesn’t stop there, as more A-listers are set to join Hudson throughout the season, like Saweetie, Andrea Bocelli, Jimmy Kimmel, Ariana DeBose, Rob Lowe, Kristen Bell and more.

This season’s theme is Choose Joy. Per the season description:

“From fashion and empowerment to heartwarming surprises, Jennifer is on a mission to spread joy to millions of homes across America. The show will feature a dynamic mix of segments, offering unexpected moments for viewers at home, fans on the street, and in-studio audiences alike. This season, Jennifer will highlight a diverse array of guests including celebrities, viral sensations, and everyday heroes, all of whom embody the spirit of choosing joy in their daily lives.

Jennifer Hudson will host a long list of stars on The Jennifer Hudson Show Season 3. Among the star-studded list announced on Wednesday, September 11 are 9-1-1 and 9-1-1: Lone Star‘s Angela Bassett and Rob Lowe, as well as Sofía Vergara, and more. And yes, the Egot winner will continue her tradition of welcoming beloved vocalists to her daytime talk show. Here’s hoping she sings with Andrea Bocelli when he comes by. The Jennifer Hudson Show Season 3 premieres Monday, September 16. The series aims to bring “a renewed focus on positivity, joy, and inspiration to daytime television,” with “Choose Joy” being this season’s motto. The Daytime Emmy-nominated series wants to “deliver a daily hour uplifting content that resonates deeply with viewers, featuring a stellar lineup of celebrities, performances, and community heroes,” per the Season 3 announcement. “From fashion and empowerment to heartwarming surprises, Jennifer ...

Andrea Bocelli possesses not only an extraordinary operatic voice, but another unique gift – the capacity to sense sound bouncing off of surfaces. Except, he doesn’t think it’s such an unusual ability at all.

“It’s basically the concept that bats use for their orientation. When you walk, you make sounds, and that sound comes back to you. Echolocation,” the Italian tenor tells Deadline. “The fact is we all have this capacity. It’s just that we don’t know we do. And we don’t use it because we don’t develop it.”

Our conversation came in his suite at the Ritz-Carlton hotel in Toronto, the day of the world premiere for a new documentary about him: Andrea Bocelli: Because I Believe. The film directed by Cosima Spender explores a career that has seen Bocelli sell more than 80 million records and perform at venues around the world. It...

Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli is a beloved presence on the stages of this world. Now, his fans have a chance to find out more about his personal history since his childhood in the Tuscan village of La Sterza, get a feeling for what happens behind the scenes, and enjoy new insight into his private life thanks to Cosima Spender’s documentary Andrea Bocelli: Because I Believe, which celebrated its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) on Saturday.

“Over the last 30 years, with a rare repertoire that encompasses pop, rock, and opera, Andrea Bocelli and his golden voice have touched the hearts of millions of listeners around the world,” a synopsis highlights. “Using last year’s magisterial concert at the Baths of Caracalla as its anchor, Andrea Bocelli: Because I Believe is an intimate portrait of one of the world’s greatest living singers.”

Spender (doc Palio, The...

Who would’ve guessed that Johnny Depp and Will Smith, two of Hollywood’s controversial personalities, would end up as best friends? The scoop on their surprising friendship dropped a few months ago, and it turns out that music, in addition to their successful yet traumatic careers, is what really brought them together.

Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow in Pirates of the Caribbean [Credit: Walt Disney Pictures]

Will Smith’s wife, actress Jada Pinkett Smith, has reportedly grown wary of his close friendship with the star of Pirates of the Caribbean, Johnny Depp. Insider sources suggest that Pinkett Smith is far from thrilled about this unexpected but heartwarming bond between the two actors and allegedly wants Smith to act like a married man again.

Johnny Depp and Will Smith’s Bromance Has the Internet Talking!

Over the last few years, it felt like the internet was practically begging for a...

Shania Twain is sporting a brand new face! But is it all that new, or is it just an optical illusion?

Even though Shania Twain has said some baffling, terrible things over the years, she remains a fixture in the music world and has many fans.

Those fans are currently feeling divided over her newly unveiled look.

Some say that Shania looks better — and younger — than ever. Others say that she looks positively unrecognizable.

Shania Twain attends the 66th Grammy Awards Pre-grammy Gala & Grammy Salute to Industry Icons Honoring Jon Platt at The Beverly Hilton on February 03, 2024. (Photo Credit: Amy Sussman/Getty Images) Shania Twain has been flaunting her hair and face

On Thursday, February 29, Shania Twain celebrated the Leap Day by posting a photo of her eye-catching new look to her Instagram page.

The 58-year-old Country singer showcased her long, rose gold hair. Between the coloring and the styling,...

On The Bold and the Beautiful, the Forresters and the Logans recently rocked on to Danny Romalotti at Eric’s mansion. In September, the show is going to keep things rockin’. If superfan Donna worshiped Danny, wait until she gets a load of the Icelandic rock star about to guest star.

Way Down We Go

Deadline first reported the news about Jökull Júliusson making a cameo appearance on B&b on Friday, Sept. 27. Júliusson is the lead singer of the popular rock band Kaleo. The Icelandic rockers gained fame with hits like “Way Down We Go,” “All the Pretty Girls,” and “No Good.”

Júliusso, who will play himself, has already pre-taped his episode. In the guest star spot, he’ll also perform Kaleo’s biggest hit, “Way Down We Go.” If you don’t think you’ve heard the song, think again. It has been a go-to track for many television shows,...

Jökull Júliusson, lead singer of the Icelandic rock band Kaleo, is set to appear in an upcoming episode of “The Bold and the Beautiful.”

According to Deadline, Júliusson taped his scenes on Monday, August 19, and will appear as himself in the Friday, September 27 episode of the CBS daytime drama series. Júliusson will also perform one of his hit songs, “Way Down We Go,” in the episode.

Júliusson’s road to “The Bold and the Beautiful” comes after previously being approached about a cameo appearance by the show’s supervising producer Casey Kasprzyk last year while the two were attending an Andrea Bocelli concert in Italy – Júliusson performed at the concert. Viewers will recall that Bocelli himself also appeared on the soap in the June 26, 2023 episode wherein Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang), with the help of her friend, Veronica Bocelli (real-life wife of Andrea, appearing as herself), arranged a surprise for...

The Bold and the Beautiful has been busy keeping us entertained with bonkers plot twists, an intriguing murder mystery, and special guest stars. We just enjoyed the musical stylings of Michael Damian thanks to his character Danny Romalotti's performance of "Rock On" during the The Young and the Restless crossover.

He and Lauralee Bell (who plays Christine Blair) popped by in a fun and then shocking storyline that saw Hope Logan kiss the very married Dr. John Finnegan during the festivities as the rest of the partygoers danced to the song. Now the soap is set to bring us yet another performance this time with the lead singer of the famous Icelandic rock band Kaleo--Jökull Júliusson.

Deadline reports the artist will appear on Friday, Sept. 27's episode. He'll cameo as himself and sing the band's hit song "Way Down We Go" which was released nearly 10 years ago on Aug.

Exclusive: Iceland’s No. 1 rock star is making an appearance on CBS’ The Bold and the Beautiful.

Jökull Júliusson, who leads the band Kaleo, will pre-tape his episode today. He will play himself and perform one of his hit songs, “Way Down We Go.”

The episode will air Sept. 27.

Júliusson was approached about making a cameo last year by a B&b producer while both were attending an Andrea Bocelli concert. Bocelli also made an appearance on the sudser in June of 2023 when it traveled to Rome for a week of episodes.

Other rock stars have appeared on the B&b in the past, including Lil Nas X and Usher. Constantine Maroulis from American Idol also showed up for a guest spot.

After stopping by the set of B&b today, Júliusson will tape an episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Aug. 20. His show at The Troubadour on Aug. 21 is sold out.

Eddie Huang, creator of ABC’s Fresh Off the Boat comedy, is set to open the Toronto Film Festival’s TIFF Docs sidebar with a world premiere for Vice is Broke, a documentary about the rise and fall of Vice Media.

Huang will chronicle events leading up to Shane Smith’s Vice Media, a scrappy media player once valued at $5.7 billion, filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in 2023 to open the way for a sale of the company.

There’s also world bows in Toronto’s documentary strand for Blue Road – The Edna O’Brien Story, directed by Sinéad O’Shea, who did hours of interviews with the legendary Irish novelist in the last year of O’Brien’s life; Jen Gaiten and Screwball doc maker Billy Corben bringing Men of War, about a former U.S. Green Beret caught up in a failed 2020 coup to remove Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro; and...

Am 26. Oktober startet “Zucchero – Sugar Fornaciari“, ein Dokumentarfilm über den italienischen Sänger Zucchero, in den deutschen Kinos. Jetzt wurde der Trailer veröffentlicht.

Für „Zucchero – Sugar Fornaciari“ haben die Regisseure Valentina Zanella und Giangiacomo De Stefano Filmmaterial aus dem Privatarchiv des italienischen Musikers und Mitschnitte seiner Konzerte zu einem Porträt zusammengetragen – garniert mit Interviews mit Musikern wie Bono, Sting, Brian May und Andrea Bocelli.

Erzählt wird die Geschichte eines entwurzelten Kindes und den hartnäckigen Weg eines Ausnahme-Musikers zum internationalen Durchbruch. Auch Adelmo Fornaciaris (so sein bürgerlicher Name) Rückschläge, Zweifel und sein Kampf gegen Depressionen werden beleuchtet, die er schließlich durch die Rückkehr zu seinen Wurzeln überwindet.

Filmperlen startet „Zucchero – Sugar Fornaciari“ am 26. September, einen Tag nach Zuccheros 69. Geburtstag, in den deutschen Kinos.

The recent wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, both 29, has set a new standard for luxury in celebrity nuptials, with estimates placing the cost at around $600 million.

Anant, son of Mukesh Ambani, India’s wealthiest individual and chairman of Reliance Industries, wed Radhika, daughter of pharmaceutical moguls, in a star-studded ceremony in Mumbai earlier this month.

The event drew A-list celebrities from around the globe, including actors Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Nick Jonas, as well as professional wrestler John Cena. Sources close to the event revealed that some guests received extraordinary perks, including private jet transportation and expensive jewelry, in lieu of traditional monetary gifts.

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The pre-wedding celebrations featured performances by an impressive lineup of international music stars. Rihanna, Justin Bieber, Andrea Bocelli, the Backstreet Boys, David Guetta, Katy Perry and Pitbull...

“My contractor knew this couple who were selling a condo and needed help zhuzhing it up,” recalls interior designer Tobe Morrow of Morrow & Co. “I agreed to the job, sight unseen, without asking who they were.” Those new clients turned out to be singer-actress Katharine McPhee (Smash, Scorpion, Broadway’s Waitress) and 16-time Grammy Award-winning music producer David Foster.

“She was just this fresh ray of sunshine,” McPhee says of meeting the designer. That condo project went so well that Morrow has now completed five homes for the pair. The trio’s latest collaboration is a one-story Spanish-style house in Carpinteria, California, located between the mountains and the beach just south of Santa Barbara.

The couple gave Morrow carte blanche on the decor. “Usually when she’s working with us, she’s presenting options, she’s sharing fabrics, there’s a lot of custom,” McPhee explains. That wasn’t the case for this project.

The time has come for the annual presentation of the Toronto International Film Festival. The festivities will include many premieres of titles, whether it be their big world premiere, their North American premiere, or even just their Canadian premiere. Deadline has unveiled a number of upcoming films that attendees are expected to see this year.

Among those premiering are some star-studded affairs, such as the war drama Without Blood, which stars Salma Hayek and Demián Bichir and is directed by Angelina Jolie. The film is based on the Alessandro Baricco novel. Hard Truths from Mike Leigh stars Marianne Jean-Baptiste. That film is being described as an “Ongoing exploration of the contemporary world with a tragicomic study of human strengths and weaknesses.”

The Last Showgirl will premiere. The movie follows a seasoned stage dancer who must plan for her future when her show abruptly closes after a 30-year run and stars Dave Bautista,...

The Toronto Film Festival just revealed the movies they’ll feature this fall, and it looks like cinephiles are in for a real treat! TIFF runs September 5-15, 2024 and will include world premieres, international debuts, and more.

Some major Gala presentations with red carpet premieres include music docs on Andrea Bocelli and Bruce Springsteen, plus new films starring Jennifer Lopez, Steve Coogan, and reunions for Ralph Fiennes/Juliette Binoche and Angelina Jolie with Salma Hayek.

The Special Presentations section also has buzzy world premieres such as Mike Leigh’s new drama, thrillers with Riz Ahmed and Lily James, and a film pairing Pamela Anderson with Jamie Lee Curtis.

But it’s not just debuts – TIFF will also give big screens to movies that wowed at Cannes and elsewhere from directors like Paul Schrader, David Cronenberg, and Sean Baker.

Ben Stiller’s comedy kicks things off while Rebel Wilson closes it out with a musical.

The 49th edition of the Toronto International Film Festival have unveiled their lineup of 63 films from the Gala and Special Presentations programs. Notable titles include the world premieres of Mike Leigh’s Hard Truths and The Last Showgirl, the North American premieres of Athina Rachel Tsangari’s Harvest and Justin Kurzel’s The Order, the Canadian premiere of Joshua Oppenheimer’s The End, along with many favorites from this year’s Cannes Film Festival.

Check out the lineup below.

Galas 2024 (in alphabetical order)

*Previously announced

Andrea Bocelli: Because I Believe Cosima Spender | UK

World Premiere

Better Man Michael Gracey | USA

Canadian Premiere

Don’t Let’s Go to the Dogs Tonight Embeth Davidtz | South Africa

Canadian Premiere

Sales Title

*Eden Ron Howard | USA

World Premiere

Sales Title

*Elton John: Never Too Late R.J. Cutler, David Furnish | USA

World Premiere

*Harbin Woo Min-ho | South Korea

World Premiere

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The Toronto Film Festival has turned up the star power for its 49th edition, having added the latest movies from Alicia Vikander, Lupita Nyong’o, Steve Coogan, Ralph Fiennes, Jennifer Lopez, Salma Hayek, Lily James and Riz Ahmed.

For the Gala section at Roy Thomson Hall, there’s world bows for two music specials: the Andrea Bocelli biopic Andrea Bocelli: Because I Believe, a doc about the Italian tenor by director Cosima Spender; and Thom Zimny’s Bruce Springsteen doc for Disney+ and Hulu, Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band. Zimny was in Toronto last year with his Sylvester Stallone documentary Sly for Netflix.

TIFF will also give a first look to Uberto Pasolini’s historical epic The Return, with Ralph Fiennes and Juliette Binoche reteaming after The English Patient. And there’s gala world premieres for Peter Cattaneo’s The Penguin Lessons, toplined by Steve Coogan and...

The 49th edition of the Toronto International Film Festival announced its full lineup of Galas and Special Presentations today in what is a complete embarrassment of riches as the event blasts off after last year’s actors strike with 29 titles having rights for sale.

Among those movies making their world premieres is the Angelina Jolie-directed war drama Without Blood, starring Salma Hayek and Demián Bichir, based on the Alessandro Baricco novel. There’s also Mike Leigh’s first movie in six years, Hard Truths, with Marianne Jean-Baptiste, which is billed as an “ongoing exploration of the contemporary world with a tragicomic study of human strengths and weaknesses.”

Gia Coppola has the drama The Last Showgirl, starring Pamela Anderson, Dave Bautista, Jamie Lee Curtis, Kiernan Shipka and Billie Lourd, which follows a seasoned stage dancer who must plan for her future when her show abruptly closes after a 30-year run.

World premieres from Angelina Jolie, Mike Leigh, David Mackenzie, Edward Burns, Uberto Pasolini, Peter Cattaneo, and Rachel Morrison among the Gala and Special Presentation titles unveiled by the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) today (July 22).

Hard Truths is a rare TIFF premiere for Leigh after the UK auteur’s last film Peterloo debuted in Venice in 2018, while Mr. Turner in 2014 and Another Year in 2010 both premiered in Cannes. Cornerstone represents sales and Bleecker Street will handle US distributon on the film, which stars Marianne Jean-Baptiste from Secrets And Lies.

Pasolini’s The Return marks his follow-up to Venice 2020 entry Nowhere Special...

The 49th Toronto International Film Festival has unveiled a star-studded lineup featuring a slew of highly-anticipated features this awards season.

IndieWire can confirm the Galas and Special Presentations programs that boast 63 films, including new titles from beloved directors like Mike Leigh, Morgan Neville, Jacques Audiard, and Edward Berger, whose papal drama “Conclave” will make its international premiere at the festival. (Meaning this American production will world-premiere at Telluride.)

The Galas program, sponsored by Dyson, includes buzzy Cannes titles like Paul Schrader’s “Oh, Canada” and David Cronenberg’s “The Shrouds.” Cronenberg will also be honored with the Norman Jewison Career Achievement Award during the festival.

The Special Presentations section marks the premiere of Gia Coppola’s “The Last Showgirl” starring Pamela Anderson, as well as Scott Beck and Bryan Woods’ “Heretic.”

The Galas and Special Presentations programs for 2024 boast films from 25 countries, including 29 sales titles.

“This Special Presentations section can...

Hollywood’s very own favorite Johnny Depp has been up to a lot of things lately, with his star-studded career widely encompassing his busy life surrounding his music and acting/directing projects. His busy life recently faced an addition when he was surprisingly spotted hanging out and about with Oscar-winning actor cum rapper cum producer, Will Smith.

Johnny Depp in Public Enemies. | Credit: Universal Pictures.

This comes in light of the latest turn of events in Depp’s music career, which includes him being a part of the star-studded concert lineup for Andrea Bocelli’s three-day special event Andrea Bocelli 30: The Celebration. And, as much as we hate to admit it, the Edward Scissorhands star looks as unrecognizable in this odd team-up as never before.

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Legendary Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli will sing with Shania Twain, Karol G, Chris Stapleton, and more on his new Duets album, arriving Oct. 25 via Decca Records/Sugar Music.

Twain joins Bocelli on the album’s lead single, “Da Stanotte in Poi,” an operatic, string-filled, bilingual rendition of Twain’s 1997 hit, “From This Moment On.” Bocelli and Twain begin by trading verses in their respective languages, before finally bringing their powerhouse vocals together.

Duets will feature a mix of old and new collaborations to mark the 30th anniversary of the release of Bocelli’s first album,...

A-list celebrities and top politicians have descended on India‘s second-biggest city for the wedding of the youngest son of Mukesh Ambani, Asia’s richest man.

Anant Ambani, 29, is marrying his longtime girlfriend, Radhika Merchant, also 29, in what has been dubbed the wedding of the year, turning heads for its display of enormous wealth and glamor.

The Kardashians, Adele, Drake, Lana Del Rey, David Beckham, and even former British Prime Ministers Tony Blair and Boris Johnson are set to be in attendance, according to local media. Kim and Khloe Kardashian have begun posting a host of wedding content on their Instagram stories, while Nick Jonas and wife Priyanka Chopra were photographed arriving in Mumbai.

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In 1994, Bocelli sang at Pavarotti’s annual Charity Gala concert, Pavarotti International in Modena. in 1997, he sang at the TeleFood benefit concert held in the Vatican City, and organised by the Food and Agriculture Organization to raise awareness about world hunger.

In 2005, he performed on the Music for Asia benefit concert in Rome in aid of the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake appeal.

Tenor Andrea Bocelli will perform in a autumn 2008 benefit concert for Stand Up For A Cure.

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The documentary “I Am: Celine Dion” premiered on Prime Video on June 25. To celebrate that occasion, we’ve ranked her 20 greatest English-language hits. Do you agree with our choice for her very best song?

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20. “Loved Me Back to Life” (2013)

19. “Think Twice” (1994)

18. “Tell Him” with Barbra Streisand (1997)

17. “I’m Alive” (2002)

16. “Ashes” (2018)

15. “When I Fall in Love” with Clive Griffin (1993)

14. “I Drove All Night” (2003)

13. “A New Day Has Come” (2002)

12. “Love Can Move Mountains” (1992)

11. “If You Asked Me To” (1992)

10. “To Love You More” (1995)

9. “Where Does My Heart Beat Now” (1990)

8. “That’s the Way It Is” (1999)

7. “The Prayer” with Andrea Bocelli (1999)

6. “Beauty and the Beast” with Peabo Bryson (1991)

5. “All By Myself” (1996)

4. “The Power of Love” (1993)

3. “It’s All Coming Back to Me Now” (1996)

2. “Because You Loved Me” (1996)

1. “My Heart Will Go On” (1997)

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Two years ago, Johnny Depp dropped a line during his defamation trial against Amber Heard that went viral in no time. When asked why he wouldn’t look at her, his answer hit hard, capturing the intense vibe of the case. This courtroom moment, now an internet sensation with countless memes and viral clips, didn’t just spotlight the celebrity drama—it laid bare the raw emotions that kept millions hooked.

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As the internet continues to dissect and replay this moment, it remains a testament to the power of a few words to capture and shape public imagination.

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Exclusive: Filmmaker Sam Wrench, who was behind the $261M highest grossing concert and documentary movie of all-time, Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour, is opening the doors to Next of Kin Content. EverWonder Studio is making an investment in the production company which will focus on culture-driven live event, documentary, and unscripted programming.

This is the first joint venture of its kind for EverWonder Studio, the content venture backed by Jeff Zucker’s led RedBird Imi. Under Next of Kin Content, the Grammy-nominated and Emmy Award-winning Wrench will create tentpole live specials and traditional formats in music and other genres.

In addition to Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour, Wrench has directed Grammy and Emmy-nominated music specials including Billie Eilish Live at the O2 (Apple TV+), Lizzo: Live in Concert (Max), and Brandi Carlile: In the Canyon Haze Live (Max); multiple Disney holiday specials; plus unscripted series such as Rhythm...

Famed Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli’s will be the subject of a concert film titled Andrea Bocelli 30: The Celebration that will get an international release this fall via Fathom. The pic will document the three-day event next month honoring Bocelli’s 30th anniversary in music.

The event is set for July 15, 17 and 19 at the Teatro del Silenzio (Theater of Silence) in Tuscany. Once a year, the natural amphitheater in Bocelli’s hometown hosts this musical festival, and the film will showcase Bocelli’s repertoire alongside duets with other performers.

The film will be directed by Grammy nominee and Emmy winner Sam Wrench, who recently helmed Taylor Swift – The Eras Tour, the highest-grossing concert film of all time. He also is behind live-performance films with Billie Eilish, Lizzo, BTS, The Weeknd and more.

Bocelli’s celebration features performances from Ed Sheeran, Brian May, Shania Twain, Jon Batiste, Russell Crowe, Sofia Vergara,...

To celebrate the physical release of Cabrini out now on Blu-Ray, DVD & Digital Download platforms, we have 2 Blu-ray copies to give away to some lucky winners!

From the studio (Angel Studios) and director (Alejandro Monteverde) behind last summer’s box office sensation Sound of Freedom, this stunning biographical epic stars Cristiana Dell’Anna, two-time Oscar nominee John Lithgow, two-time Emmy nominee David Morse and Oscar nominee Giancarlo Giannini. Cabrini was produced by Academy Award-winning Jonathan Sanger (The Elephant Man) and features an original song performed by the world renowned tenor, Andrea Bocelli.

In 1889, Italian immigrant Francesca Cabrini arrives in New York City, greeted only by disease, crime, and impoverished children. Witnessing the vast inequality of the city, Cabrini sets off on a daring mission to help society’s most vulnerable, but must first overcome the prejudices and indifference of those in power. However, despite these momentous setbacks, her broken English, and poor health,...

Italian media company Be Water, which is in Cannes for the first time, has announced its full roster of partners and scope of business activities comprising film, documentary and scripted TV production as well as theatrical film distribution, podcasts and live events.

While details of the company’s scripted productions are being kept under wraps, Be Water has announced the lineup of films they are releasing locally theatrically in collaboration with Italy’s Medusa, which is handling booking and billing. Besides “Oh, Canada,” the Be Water lineup includes Nicolas Cage horror-thriller “Longlegs,” directed by Osgood Perkin; Russian-American director Michael Lockshin’s “The Master and Margarita” with Claes Bang and August Diehl; and action family adventure “Jim Button and the Wild 13.”

The Rome-based shingle is operating with what is being described as a holistic approach to content production that is congenial to the digital age, which is certainly a novelty for Italy.

Exclusive: Blackfin, the Lionsgate-backed production company behind series including Killer Inside: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez, has a new Head of Documentaries.

Igal Svet, who was previously head of documentaries at Discovery+ has joined in the role as well as EVP.

Reporting to Chief Creative Officer Geno McDermott, Svet joins after nearly three years as Head of Documentaries at Discovery+, a position he left in March 2023. In that role, he helped launch a slate of docs including Trump: Unprecedented, House of Hammer, Curse of the Chippendales, Hillsong: A Megachurch Exposed, and Queen of Meth as well as acquisitions such as Introducing Selma Blair.

Before joining Discovery in 2019, initially as VP, Production and Development, Svet spent five years at Nat Geo, where he worked on docs such as LA92, Jane, Mars, Story of God with Morgan Freeman, and One Strange Rock.

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The Playing For Change Foundation's 2024 Impact Awards, held on Saturday, April 13, 2024, was nothing short of spectacular, marking a pinnacle of celebration for music, philanthropy, and the transformative power of the arts.

The magical evening commenced at the Rubell Museum and continued with an epic surprise after-party at Superblue Miami, leaving attendees inspired and exhilarated.

The event honored Grammy-nominated artist Ellie Goulding, Grammy Award-winning DJ and producer Diplo, and Italian music legend Andrea Bocelli and his wife Veronica, for their exceptional contributions to music and philanthropy. While the Bocellis made a heartfelt virtual appearance, Goulding and Diplo graced the stage with their presence, captivating the audience with their performances and commitment to change.

“I know music can change lives because it changed mine. I want to give every young person the chance to use their creativity and talent for transformation,” said Ellie Goulding. “The Playing for Change Foundation makes this a...