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William Earl Variety will partner with Campari to bring the Variety Studio to the 2022 Cannes Film Festival. The interview studio will run May 18 – 25 and feature conversations with top directors and stars attending the 75th annual fest.Talent participating in the interview studio includes Anne Hathaway, Jeremy Strong, Michael Banks Repeta, Jaylin Webb and writer/director James Gray from “Armageddon Time” (Focus Features), a coming-of-age story about family and the generational pursuit of the American dream; Julianne Moore and Jesse Eisenberg from his feature directorial debut, “When You Finish Saving the World” (A24), a comedy-drama about a mother (Moore) and her teenage son’s (Finn Wolfhard) complex relationship; Paul Mescal and writer-director Charlotte Wells from “Aftersun” (Pastel), an intimate drama following Sophie (Frankie Corio) as she reflects on a holiday she took with her father (Mescal) 20 years earlier; Alicia Vikander and writer-director Olivier Assayas from “Irma Vep” (HBO), a remake of the French silent film classic “Les Vampires”; and writer-director Park Chan-wook, and actors Tang Wei and Park Hae-il from “Decision to Leave” (Mubi), a thriller following a detective’s investigation of a man’s death in the mountains.

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media ReporterLena Dunham’s next film “Catherine, Called Birdy” will play in theaters before landing on Amazon Prime.The movie has been scheduled to open Sept. 23 in select cinemas and Oct. 7 on Amazon’s streaming service Prime Video.Dunham wrote and directed the Medieval coming-of-age story, which is based on Karen Cushman’s children’s book.

Wilson Chapman editorAfter 11 years and over 200 episodes, the popular Fox animated sitcom “Bob’s Burgers” is making its big-screen debut. And although the movie acts as a fresh point of entry, at the Tuesday premiere of the film at the El Capitan theater in Los Angeles, the voice actors behind the Belchers revealed the TV episodes they’d recommend for newcomers before seeing the film.H. Jon Benjamin and John Roberts, the voices behind the central couple Bob and Linda, both recommended that viewers start with one of the many Thanksgiving episodes the show has produced, which acts as a window into the dynamics of the quirky but lovable family.“I would probably go to one of the Thanksgiving episodes as a primer for what the family is like and the dynamic between them,” Benjamin told Variety on the red carpet of the premiere.

Naman Ramachandran The Indian media and entertainment sector, currently valued at $24 billion is expected to grow to $30 billion by 2024, according to the country’s Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur.“I personally feel with the growth rate we have and I’m sure it’s going to grow more than that. By 2030 we expect it to double and even more,” Thakur told Variety at the Cannes Film Festival.Thakur spoke with Variety on Wednesday at the Cannes India Pavilion after he launched a filming incentive that offers up to 35% reimbursement on local spend to international productions shooting in India.“I think it’s quite lucrative and I expect a lot of people to come and shoot in India, because our major focus is to make India the content hub of the world,” said Thakur.

Jake Paul and Kylian Mbappe were among the highest-paid athletes in the world aged 25 or under in 2021. YouTuber-turned-fighter Paul, 25, made a mint from his boxing exploits, with the American loudmouth taking home a cool £30million in the last year. The controversial star celebrated his achievement in a tweet, writing: "Made my pro-debut January 30, 2020.

Nottingham Forest could be set to play their first Premier League game behind closed doors following one fan's brutal headbutt on Billy Sharp.Forest are just one game away from a first top-flight campaign this century after defeating Sheffield United on penalties to reach the Championship playoff final. But the post-match celebrations were marred by a horrifying incident between Blades captain Sharp and one "scumbag" supporter.The 36-year-old was left needing stitches when one member of the home contingent made a beeline towards him upon the full-time whistle before ploughing his head into Sharp.

Strictly Come Dancing later on this year.If he does appear on the BBC show this year it will be the second dance show Jake has appeared on after he was on ITV show Dancing On Ice back in 2018.Back in 2018 Jake and his professional skater Vanessa Bauer went all the way to the final and won the show beating Brooke Vincent and Max Evans in the final.Jake tweeted yesterday (Tuesday May 17) asking if anyone had done Dancing On Ice and then Strictly and that fuelled the rumours that he would have his dancing shoes on very soon!He said: "Has anyone who’s done dancing on ice ever done @bbcstrictly just wondering."Whilst several celebrities and professionals have done Strictly Come Dancing first and then gone on to do Dancing On Ice Jake could be one of the first people to do it the other way round.However he will not be the first person as former Dancing On Ice judge John Barrowman competed in Dancing On Ice before he went on to do the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special back in 2010.John replied to Jake's tweet and said: "Yes I did dancing in ice 1st series and strictly Christmas special.

Countdown’s Rachel Riley was spotted wearing a pair of tiny shorts whilst leaving the 8 Out Of 10 Cats studio after filming - and she looked as glam as ever.The 36-year-old looked particularly happy as she made her way home wearing a pair of black shorts, white trainers, a white V-neck top and a black cardigan.She styled her blonde hair in a slicked back bun and seemed in good spirits as she left the studio in Manchester.Rachel could be seen holding what looked to be a grey shoebox and yellow coat under her arm, along with a bright red backpack worn over her shoulders. The brainiac has recently opened up about her time on Strictly Come Dancing and accused the show of being a “fix,” which has since been denied by Strictly itself.Rachel said that the show’s producers “know who they want to win from the start” and that they can “obviously fix the scores”.The Countdown star competed in the show in 2013 but was unfortunately eliminated in the sixth week.She spoke to Sunday Times and said that the show felt “very produced” and accused bosses of favouritism.Riley said: “I think they know from the start who they want to win and what journeys they want to take different people on, to have the right balance, and they can obviously fix the scores”.She continued: “I think Brits want an underdog.

EastEnders star Kellie Bright, known for her role as Linda Carter in the BBC soap, has been in the show since she arrived on Albert Square back in 2013.With her children and husband Mick, played by Danny Dyer, in tow, Linda set about making the street her home and has been an iconic part of the woodwork ever since.Kellie’s character became the landlady of the Queen Vic and has been involved in some of the show’s most heartbreaking storylines, including an ambulance crash, alcoholism, bulimia nervosa and most recently her divorce from Mick.Away from her role as Linda, Kellie seems to take a more relaxed approach to life.She married her long term partner Paul Stocker back in 2014 and the pair have three children together.Read on to delve into the pair’s love life away from the drama of EastEnders.The couple first met when Paul was 24 and she was 31, but has previously admitted she was worried about the age gap when it came to their family plans.She told OK! Magazine: “Reality kicked in. I was 31 and wanted to have kids and Paul was 24 and didn’t, at the time.

David Beckham's mansion - but was frozen out years later and now yearns for a family reunion. Freddie, now 20, revealed during his teens that he lost contact with his mother's side of the family after mum Lynne, David's older sister, split with dad Colin whom he moved with to Dagenham alongside older sister Georgina.With his mum and younger brother Josh living in their £470,000 family home, Freddie said back in 2018 that he was desperate for a reunion with his extended family having formed happy memories with them growing up.The Mirror quote him as saying in 2018: "I’m filled with mixed emotions.

What’s one way to shake up the tired, boring, oh-so-conventional romantic comedy genre? How about one that focuses on two gay men, stars an openly gay actor who also co-writes the script, and features an entirely LGBTQ+ principal cast? READ MORE: The 100 Most Anticipated Films Of 2022 That’s what “Bros” has going for it, coming from Universal Pictures early this Fall. Billy Eichner stars in a film with a basic romantic comedy plot–two people with commitment problems try to make a relationship work–except this time around, the “will they, won’t they” dynamic centers on a gay male couple.

There’s nothing like a bit of controversy to kick off this year’s Cannes Film Festival. And this year, it comes from the mouth of Viggo Mortensen, star of David Cronenberg‘s “Crimes Of The Future,” which has its world premiere in competition next week for the Palme d’Or.

It’s been seven years since Australian filmmaker George Miller dropped “Mad Max: Fury Road,” the acclaimed action fantasy some consider the best movie of the century. Now, the visionary writer/director/producer is back in the spotlight with another idiosyncratic original story.

It’s here! La La Anthony’s second collection with PrettyLittleThing has arrived — and it’s right on time for prepping our summer wardrobes.

Showing them how it is done! After giving birth to her son late last year, Cardi B has a routine when it comes to diaper duty — and she proved that her long nails don’t get in the way.

Setting the record straight! Despite what some fans may have thought, Sean Paul confirmed that his relationship with Beyoncé was nothing but professional when they collaborated on the 2003 dancehall duet “Baby Boy.”

Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker got married in the most intimate ceremony, reportedly surrounded by Mary Jo Campbell, Kris Jenner’s mom, known to the family as MJ , Travis’ father Randy Barker, and a few bodyguards.According to a source close to the Kardashians, there is a particular reason why Kourtney choose her grandma to be the only one by her side. “Kourtney is Kris’s firstborn child, and because of this, she has always had a super special bond with her grandmother MJ,” they revealed to HollywoodLife “Having her by her side as she became Travis’s wife was so important to them both, and it was one of the most special moments of their lives.

After years of delays due to the pandemic, “Top Gun: Maverick” is finally about to hit theatres; but some have wondered why the studio never released it directly to streaming in the meantime.

Loose Women star on a wall at their home.The unusual art piece was once commissioned as a Christmas gift and is located in her dressing room.Now, Frankie has revealed to Express.co.uk how the cast still causes “quite the stir” among the couple’s guests.She also admitted even her fans were let into the intimate detail after she accidentally posted it on Instagram.Frankie said: “I did an Insta story once and it was in the background.“I didn’t even think about it, as I’m so used to it being there. It caused quite a stir, ha!“It’s definitely a talking point when new people come round.”Frankie explained that the silver-coloured sculpture of her bottom is not the only surprising element in her home.She said: “We have a secret door in our kitchen.

Loose Women star Ruth Langsford approached what she thought was a “very long worm” while out walking her dog today, before realising it was actually most likely to be a snake.The presenter remained calm as she filmed the animal wildly thrashing around.Ruth, 62, took to social media today to share the evidence of her dangerous day out with her one million Instagram followers.Showing the pale orange creature slither across the path, she wrote: “Just as I was thinking…“That’s a VERY long worm…”In the next clip, Ruth filmed the snake thrashing around manically, adding: “It did this!!!!”“Gotta be some kind of snake surely?!” she asked her followers.Earlier today, the ITV star filmed her little black dog Maggie trotting along the pavement.“Morning walk with Maggie,” she penned cheerily.

If there is any category that is ripe for a major Emmys upset it may be Lead Actress in a Comedy Series. Last year’s winner, Jean Smart (“Hacks”), should easily earn a repeat nomination.