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Guardian Launches New Film Quiz For Movie Buffs

The Guardian launches its thrilling new film puzzle series, challenging cinephiles with fiendish questions crafted by professional quiz-setters. Are you movie-literate enough to conquer it?

Underground film pioneer Ken Jacobs dies at 92

Avant-garde visionary Ken Jacobs, whose radical experiments reshaped American filmmaking and inspired generations of artists, has passed away at 92, leaving behind a transformative legacy.

Taylor Swift's Showgirl Era Earns Rave Reviews

Taylor Swift's latest artistic venture receives overwhelming critical acclaim as reviewers praise her evolution into a true showgirl with breathtaking performances and emotional depth.

Netflix's 'Black Rabbit' savaged by miserable critics

Netflix's new psychological thriller 'Black Rabbit', starring Jude Law and Jason Bateman, faces a brutal reception from critics who label it a 'miserable', 'undercooked' series that fails to capitalise on its stellar cast.

Iran Bars Jafar Panahi's Film From Oscar Submission

In a stark act of cinematic censorship, Iranian authorities have blocked the submission of acclaimed director Jafar Panahi's 'No Bears' for the Best International Feature Film Oscar, reigniting global debates on artistic freedom and political repression.

Kanye West's Donda Album Divides Music Critics

Kanye West's highly anticipated tenth studio album, 'Donda', has cleaved music critics down the middle, with reviews ranging from 'masterpiece' to 'messy and unfinished' in a fiercely divided reception.

Redford on Sundance: 40 Years Reshaping Cinema

Hollywood legend Robert Redford reflects on the 40-year legacy of the Sundance Institute, the powerhouse behind indie film classics that transformed the cinematic landscape and launched countless directorial careers.

Slow Horses Season 5 Stuns Critics: 'Best Season Yet'

Critics are raving about the fifth season of Apple TV+'s acclaimed spy thriller 'Slow Horses', hailing it as the most intense and brilliantly executed season to date. Discover why this British series continues to dominate the espionage genre.

Hong Kong's Riveting Reimagining of Linklater's 'Tape'

A critical deep-dive into the bold Hong Kong remake of Richard Linklater's cult classic, 'Tape'. This reverential yet distinct adaptation transposes the drama of toxic masculinity and blurred truths to a compelling Asian context, proving the film's themes

Thriller Hailed As Christopher Nolan's Next Must-See Film

A gripping new independent thriller, 'The Lesson', is captivating critics and drawing favourable comparisons to the intricate, puzzle-like films of Christopher Nolan. Discover the film that's becoming the word-of-mouth hit of the year.

2025 Very Short Film Festival Winners Announced

The 2025 Very Short Film Festival champions powerful environmental storytelling, with winning films tackling the climate crisis, plastic pollution, and our connection to nature, all in 60 seconds.

The Film Leaving Every UK Viewer In Tears

A powerful animated masterpiece on Netflix is taking the UK by storm, leaving audiences heartbroken and sparking a massive conversation about love, loss, and the human condition.

Historic Female-Directed Oscar Showdown Looms

The Venice and Toronto film festivals have set the stage for a historic Oscar showdown, with two critically acclaimed films from female directors poised to make Academy Awards history.

Claire Denis' 'The Fence': A Divisive Masterpiece?

Acclaimed director Claire Denis returns with the controversial 'The Fence', a brutal and unflinching exploration of colonial guilt and violence starring Juliette Binoche. Our review delves into the film's polarising impact.

The Wire Named Greatest TV Show Of All Time In New Ranking

HBO's gritty crime saga 'The Wire' has officially been crowned the greatest television series ever made, topping a new expert ranking that sees 'Breaking Bad' and 'The Sopranos' complete the podium. Discover why this masterpiece continues to dominate crit

Dan Brown's New Novel Savaged as 'Weapons-Grade Nonsense'

The literary world delivers its verdict on Dan Brown's latest Robert Langdon thriller. Critics brand 'The Secret of Secrets' as convoluted, cliché-ridden, and a spectacular dive into the realms of the ridiculous. Discover why this might be Brown's most pa

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