Banijay CEO Marco Bassetti To Deliver Mipcom Keynote

Tomris Laffly A bold celebration of taking up space in places you’re told you don’t belong, “Hawa” is a crowd-pleasing fable with a fluffy heart, fierce spirit and disarming sense of humor. These qualities also define the titular heroine of Maïmouna Doucouré’s lovely sophomore feature, co-written by Doucouré, Alain-Michel Blanc, Zangro and David Elkaim. Hawa is both sensitive and fearless while she roams the streets of Paris on a life-defining quest with her dependable scooter and unapologetic blonde afro, seeing the world through her idiosyncratic coke-bottle glasses as she earns the help and goodwill of a parade of strangers. Don’t be alarmed by the crowded group of writers here — despite the many cooks in the kitchen, “Hawa,” under the baton of Doucouré, is as coherently envisioned and tightly structured as movies come. You might recall the gifted Doucouré’s name and recognize her style from her debut “Cuties,” a prize winner at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival whose fate was overshadowed by an unfair and misguided controversy that erupted about it later that year. In her equally confident second feature, the defiant Doucouré puts to work the same vigorous essence at the core of her previous film, one that comprehends the complicated headspace of burdened, contemporary young ones and splits the difference between a touch of magical realism and social drama.

Shirley Halperin Executive Editor, Music Madison Square Garden marked the end of Harry Styles’ 15-night run at the venue by installing a permanent banner to mark the accomplishment. The artist’s “Love On Tour” residency played between August 20 through September 21, with Styles taking days off in between performances to appear at Venice and Toronto film festivals. Fans were rewarded on the final night (Wednesday, Sept. 21) with feather boas for all. The banner presentation was anchored CBS host Gayle King during the encore. Styles joins Billy Joel and Phish in the rafters of the Garden, which seats more than 18,000. On the nights when Styles was playing, the venue was transformed into “Harry’s House” with specialty foods, exclusive merch and even signage in nearby subway stations.

William Shatner after performing in a Knight costume was one of two celebrities eliminated on Wednesday's season eight premiere of The Masked Singer on Fox. The 91-year-old legendary Star Trek captain performed wearing a Knight mask while riding on a golden goose. Before he was unmasked, Shatner said he couldn't believe it took him eight seasons to get on the show.'I was holding out for the hosting gig but Nick (Cannon) keeps having babies so I guess he isn't going anywhere,' Shatner quipped. Season premiere: William Shatner after performing in a Knight costume was one of two celebrities eliminated on Wednesday's season eight premiere of The Masked Singer on FoxHis clues included the fact that he worked with George Lucas and released albums.

Hilaria Baldwin and husband Alec Baldwin were seen on an outing with their three eldest sons while on a walk in Manhattan Wednesday.The celebrity couple was seen on an outing with their three eldest sons Rafael, seven, Leonardo, six, and Romeo, four, on the outing.The Oscar-nominated actor, 64, donned a sangria polo shirt with black pants and black shoes, wearing a silver watch. The latest: Hilaria Baldwin, 38, and husband Alec Baldwin, 64, were seen on an outing with their three eldest sons while on a walk in Manhattan Wednesday.

Oprah Winfrey and Cher were among many celebrities attending the premiere of Sidney in Los Angeles on Wednesday.The American talk show host, 68, stunned in a transparent white button-up shirt and a matching multi-layer skirt, while the If I Could Turn Back Time singer, 76, wowed in a fitted black suit jacket and matching pants.Sidney is a documentary film about legendary Hollywood actor Sidney Poitier. The movie - which follows his life and legacy - is set to premiere on September 23, 2022 on Apple TV+.

After rocking a rather casual look to appear on CBS' The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Olivia Wilde left the show in an elegant white gown.The 38-year-old actress and filmmaker (born Olivia Jane Cockburn) was spotted leaving the Ed Sullivan Theater in New York City after The Late Show taping on Wednesday evening.Her departure comes after she confirmed her boyfriend and Don't Worry Darling co-star Harry Styles did not spit on Chris Pine, while also discussing Shia LaBeouf's departure.  Elegant Olivia: After rocking a rather casual look to appear on CBS' The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Olivia Wilde left the show in an elegant white gownWilde stepped out with a flowing white spaghetti strap gown with a plunging neckline.She also wore black Ray-Ban sunglasses and a number of gold necklaces with embedded diamonds.  The actress and filmmaker accessorized with gold earrings and bracelets while completing her look with black platform heeled boots.

GB News presenter Eamonn Holmes admitted the filming of one moment during the Queen's state funeral left him feeling "cheated".Speaking on GB News' Breakfast with Eamonn and Isabel, the 62-year-old, former GMTV host revealed that he felt the service was ruined by the camera cutting away as the Queen's coffin was being lowered to the ground, reports The Express.Discussing the footage with former royal correspondent Nicholas Owens and co-host Isabel Webster, Eamonn said: "There was that beautiful moment in St George's Chapel, when the coffin was descending into the ground and everybody was watching like, 'Gosh, what happens next?'"READ MORE: Heroic Queen's pallbearers revealed as teenager, bodybuilder and surfer soldier He added: "And it goes down, down, down and then we cut to the piper, and when we come back to the chapel, the coffin was gone. "I felt a bit cheated by that.""Well, here's the thing," Nicholas responded.

The Metropole Theatre stood proudly in Manchester for over 60 years, providing entertainment for families across the city.

Corrie fans couldn't help picking holes as they watched 'Super Soap Week' unfold in Weatherfield. In highly-charged scenes troubled teen Kelly Neelan revealed at her engagement party to her guardian Gary Windass that she knew he had killed her father Rick.

I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here winner Kerry Katona has reportedly declined a chance to take part in an All Star series of the popular ITV show.The ex-Atomic Kitten singer was crowned "Queen of the Jungle" back in 2004 but the 42-year-old decided she would not be able to fit the spin-off series into her hectic schedule.It's been teased that the filming of the show clashes with a commitment she has made to feature in a different TV programme.READ MORE: EastEnders Rose Ayling-Ellis' life - Strictly, boyfriend split and music video role A source told The Sun: "Kerry met with ITV bosses to discuss the opportunity but made the difficult decision to pass on it.

Liverpool, Manchester United and Manchester City all battling it out to sign the Borussia Dortmund star.According to The Athletic, Dortmund have slapped a £131million price-tag on the England international following heightened interest, although it hasn't deterred potential suitors. Bellingham initially caught the eye while playing for boyhood club Birmingham before starring in Germany, but it turns out that United did all that they could to sign him before he left England.United reportedly watched Bellingham play on 46 different occasions from the age of 12, and made a formal approach to sign him when he was 15 years old.

Rylan Clark has opened up about suffering two heart failures that left him in hospital in the wake of the break-up of his marriage. The television host, 33, was reportedly rushed to hospital following a heart problem and then given an injection to restart his body.

A man who messaged a child decoy online was found to have been having vile conversations with three actual kids. Joseph Cooper, 22, added the ‘girl’ on Facebook before sparking a sexual chat with her.

Brexit Party leader Nigel Farage displayed his love for Crystal Palace during an eyebrow raising conversation with Matt Le Tissier.The outspoken, controversial politician was recently a guest on the Southampton legend’s online talkshow. Farage more known for his influence in convincing Great Britain to leave the European Union, rather than his sporting interests.

A popular Halloween home accessory which has sold out two years running is back in stock at Home Bargains - but it’s certain to vanish off the shelves ahead of October 31. Eagle-eyed shoppers have been snapping up the glass pumpkin jars after spotting them in store over the last week.

As Manchester’s newest park opens to the public this week, it’s worth shining a light on some of the long-standing green spaces our city region has to offer. One of these is the stunning Mesnes Park, located only a few minutes’ walk away from Wigan town centre.

Coronation Street fans did a double take as actress Millie Gibson takes centre stage for her final scenes as Kelly Neelan. The actress is bowing out of the soap after three year as part of Corrie's 'Super Soap Week' and soap watchers were wowed as her character underwent a glam makeover.

Peter Debruge Chief Film Critic African American boxing champ Muhammad Ali famously refused to fight for his country, justifying himself with the oft-quoted quip, “No Viet Cong ever called me n—–.” That’s one-half of American history, and an important one. “Devotion” tells the other, presenting the story of a Black pilot so determined to defend — and die for, if need be — the United States that he was willing to endure institutional bigotry to become the Jackie Robinson of the skies: Jesse Brown, the first aviator of color to complete the Navy’s basic training program. A square but satisfying social justice drama set against the backdrop of the Korean War, “Devotion” impressed on the biggest screen possible at the Toronto Film Festival two months before its Nov. 23 theatrical release. Featuring elements of both “Green Book” and “Red Tails,” the film is more than just a stirring case of Black exceptionalism; it also celebrates the one white officer who had Brown’s back, Tom Hudner, treating the bond these two men formed as something exceptional unto itself. Director JD Dillard dazzles with see-it-in-Imax airborne sequences, but the meat of the film focuses on the friendship between Brown (“Da 5 Bloods” star Jonathan Majors) and his white wingman, played by Glen Powell, the “Hidden Figures” actor who most recently appeared in “Top Gun: Maverick.”

Nick Vivarelli International CorrespondentBanijay CEO Marco Bassetti will deliver a keynote address at the upcoming Mipcom TV market in Cannes.As CEO of one of the world’s top independent content production and distribution outfits, Bassetti oversees a large-scale operation spanning 22 territories, over 120 production entities and a catalogue that includes “Survivor,” “Peaky Blinders,” “Big Brother” and “MasterChef,” as well as upcoming titles “Rogue Heroes,” “Blow Up,” “Starstruck” and “Marie Antoinette.”Bassetti will be on stage on the Oct. 17-20 market’s second day.