‘Flux Gourmet’ Review: Peter Strickland Delivers Sensory Overload In His Most Bizarre, Possibly Best, Film [Berlin Film Festival]

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Jamie Lee Curtis looked especially chic while attending the opening night premiere of her new film, Everything Everywhere All At Once, during the 2022 South by Southwest film festival in Austin, Texas, on Friday.The Halloween actress, 63, arrived to the Paramount Theatre in style, donning an elegant long-sleeve black top with feather details, as well as black slacks and a matching pair of pumps.Another standout look on the red carpet came from her co-starJenny Slate, who sported a long black coat over a red and navy top, and opted for a pop of color with bright red heels. Chic: Jamie Lee Curtis and Jenny Slate looked chic while attending the opening night premiere of their film, Everything Everywhere All At Once, during the 2022 South by Southwest film festival in Austin, Texas on FridayCurtis - who stars as stern-looking IRS auditor Deirdre Beaubeirdra in the film - paired her sophisticated outfit with round black earrings, and added some sparkle to the look with silver rings on her fingers.

After more than three decades in front of the camera, Heidi Klum knows how to make a grand entrance - even on the bustling streets of Midtown Manhattan.The longtime supermodel, 48, caught the attention of admiring photographers and ogling fans when she stepped out of the 50th Street subway station, decked out in a retro 1960s-era ensemble, en route to her appearance on The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon.And with all the bold colors, mixed with her infectious enthusiasm, and big beaming smile, the former catwalk queen was hard to miss as she strutted her stuff alongside husband Tom Kaulitz.Scroll down to video Bold colors for bold lady: Heidi Klum, 48, caught the attention of fans and admirers when she stepped out of the 50th Street subway station decked out in a 1960s-inspired ensembleKaulitz, 32, was the first to come out the exit doors and on to the sidewalk, looking like a rock star in his own right.But trailing just a few steps behind, Klum eyes lit up when she took notice of all the attention and adulation,which was a perfect match for her glowing outfit. She wore a bold purple velvet jacket that appeared to get even brighter up under the harsh lights of all the photo-taking.

Sheryl Crow looked simply stunning as she arrived in style to the world premiere of Showtime's new documentary, Sheryl: Music from the Feature Documentary,at the 2022 SXSW Conference and Festival in Austin on Friday night.While flashing a radiant smile on the red carpet outside the Zach Theatre, the nine-time Grammy winner, who turned 60 last month, cut a stylish figure in aone-shoulder black silk blouse with aruffled hem and plaid trousers.She accessorized her chic ensemble with a few chunky silver bangles, hoop earrings and hergolden blonde hair in voluminous waves. Glowing: Sheryl Crow looked simply stunning as she arrived in style to the premiere of Showtime's upcoming documentary, Sheryl: Music from the Feature Documentary, at the Zach Theatre in Austin on Friday nightFor the star-studded event, the Real Gone singer sported a deep smokey eye shadow, pink lipstick and a sweep of blush across hercheekbones for a gorgeous, healthy-looking glow.

Colin Farrell was seen spending time with Q'orianka Kilcher in Los Angeles' Los Feliz neighborhood on Friday afternoon.The 45-year-old performer was spotted having a chat with his pal in a parking lot, and they notably shared a close hug with the actress, 32.The pair previously costarred as Captain John Smith and Pocahontas in the much-acclaimed romantic drama feature The New World, which was released in 2005. Good friends:Colin Farrell was seen spending time with Q'orianka Kilcher in Los Angeles' Los Feliz neighborhood on Friday afternoonFarrell sported a sleeveless dark green t-shirt and a set of bright purple running shots during his outing.The Seven Psychopaths star also wore a white headband and a set of dual-tone Nike running shoes.

Jennifer Lopez released a new music video for the ballad version of her track Marry Me with Maluma, featuring an unexpected cameo from her boyfriend Ben Affleck as they snuggled in bed together.The two-time Oscar winner's blink-and-you-miss-it appearances, included him kissing her neck as they cuddled in their pajamas and the 52-year-old singer stretching out her arm toward him to hold hands.Despite his face never truly showing in any of the footage, the father-of-three's presence was undeniable as J.Lo sat at a piano and gazed at a black and white portrait of the Gone Girl star next to all her framed family photos. So in love: Jennifer Lopez released a new music video for the ballad version of her track Marry Me with Maluma, featuring an unexpected cameo from her boyfriend Ben Affleck as they snuggled in bed togetherThroughout the video, the two-time Grammy nominee was glowing as she sang about wanting to tie the knot with a partner that she considers'shelter from a broken paradise.' 'I couldn't dream it any better if I tried,' she belted out as clips flashed of her waking up next to the love, getting ready for a performance and curled up on the couch under anHermès throw blanket.Other scenes showed her laughing, reading scripts and wiping away a tear as she repeatedly sang the chorus 'marry me,' before returning to bed with her partner and closing her eyes with a smile.

Kristen Stewart was seen attending a screening of her newest film, Spencer, at 92Y in New York City on Friday evening.The 31-year-old actress was first seen arriving at the function, and she flashed a wide smile while greeting her fans.The Twilight star later took to the venue's main stage and addressed the event's attendees during a conversation with film critic Thelma Adams. Showing up:Kristen Stewart was seen attending a screening of her newest film, Spencer, at 92Y in New York City on Friday eveningStewart donned a black zip-up jacket on top of a matching pair of pants during the screening.The Academy Award-nominated performer also sported a partially transparent white t-shirt, underneath which she wore a black bra.

Dead Eyes podcaster Connor Ratliff sat down to chat with Tom Hanks, who famously fired him from his 2001HBOminiseries Band of Brothers for having 'dead eyes.'On the latest episode of the show the actor, 46, discussed auditioning for the series with the legendary filmmaker, 65.Despite noting that 'not a single moment of this rings a bell,' Tom called it a 'bone-chilling story' and said he takes 'full responsibility' for his actions. Talking it out: Dead Eyes podcaster Connor Ratliff sat down to chat with Tom Hanks, who famously fired him from his 2001 HBO miniseries Band of Brothers for having 'dead eyes'Tom took a lighthearted approach to the conversation as he said, 'This was without a doubt the act of the director, and that was me.'He continued, 'There was something in stuck in a craw or one of those very, very subtle sort of decisions that aims the story in the direction you want it to go.' He explained where his headspace might've been as he noted, 'In the inner sanctum of whatever this casting session was on Band of Brothers...

Hilary Duff has been in promo mode for her new Hulu sitcom, How I Met Your Father, which celebrated the wrap of its first season finale on Thursday.One day later, and the actress and singer was able to take a deep breath and enjoy a little quiet time over lunch with a gal pal.Afterwards, the two ladies were spotted making their way out of the popular Mexican restaurant, Casa Vega, in the Sherman Oaks neighborhood of Los Angeles. Relaxing: Hilary Duff, 34, looked like she co-opted her own grunge look in ripped jeans with a cutoff t-shirt and a black lather duster coat for a lunch date with a friend on FridayBoth Duff and her friend left the establishment carrying a white to-go container for their leftovers.The leading ladywent with a more casual ensemble, consisting of baggy blue jeans with holes in both knees and a cutoff white t-shirt that was cropped to just above her waistline.

The NSW Police have apologised to  ‘78er Barbara Karpinski for ejecting her from the Sydney Cricket Ground stadium where she was watching the Mardi Gras parade on March 5. In response to questions from Star Observer, a NSW Police spokesperson issued the following statement on Friday: “The NSW Police Force is taking this matter very seriously and is conducting inquiries to determine why and how this incident occurred and ensure it is not repeated.”   “We apologise sincerely to the 78er who was asked to leave and to all 78ers and the LGBTIQA+ communities broadly. Our dialogue and communication with the LGBTIQA+ communities will continue to build on the solid relationship we have established together.”Barbara KarpinskiWhen Star Observer informed Karpinski of the apology last night, she thanked both the NSW police and Mardi Gras CEO Albert Kruger for their swift apologies, but she said that action rather than more apologies are needed. She said that although sceptical, she remains hopeful that communication and openness are the way forward.This is not the first time that NSW Police have apologised to Karpinski who was arrested as a schoolgirl in 1978.

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau ChiefSome cinemas in central Shanghai were closed from Friday in reaction to a surge in coronavirus cases in the city and other parts of China. The Shanghai Disneyland theme park announced partial restrictions that take effect from Saturday. On Saturday, Chinese authorities announced that a total of 1,649 new cases in the country had been discovered on Friday.

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Jamie Lang After a banner 2021 for high-end genre films, industry vets are hopeful that the fantastic can resurrect the corpse of pre-COVID theatrical distribution.As bolts of lightning reanimated the body of Frankenstein’s monster, Julia Ducournau’s “Titane,” which turned heads when it took the Palme d’Or at Cannes, and Sundance Grand Jury prize-winner “Nanny,” a supernatural tale from director Nikyatu Jusu, have revitalized the festival scene.While “Nanny” may have been the jewel in the genre crown at Sundance, the influence that genre cinema held over 2022’s first major festival was wide-ranging and undeniable. Chloe Okuno’s psychological thriller “Watcher” impressed — segueing into several sales deals — as did Hanna Bergholm’s psycho-horror feature “Hatching,” sold by Wild Bunch and Charades-sold Spanish standout “Piggy,” the follow-up to Carlota Pereda’s 2019 Spanish Academy Award-winner “Cerdita.” Among genre titles at Berlin this year are Dario Argento’s serial killer thriller “Dark Glasses” in the Berlinale Special section, while Bertrand Bonello’s subconscious voyage “Coma” and Peter Strickland’s gory “Flux Gourmet” (pictured above) feature in Encounters.

Outré horror maestro Peter Strickland is back. The filmmaker behind such Eurotica, vintage, throwback classics such as “Berberian Sound Studio” (2012), “The Duke of Burgundy” (2014), and “In Fabric” (2018), returns to the Berlin Film Festival this week (today, in fact), with his latest deliciously bizarro offering, “Flux Gourmet.” The premise? Something like beef within the culinary/sonic art collective world and a whole set of egos and intestinal issues.

Peter Debruge Chief Film CriticEvery so often, a movie comes along that sends culinarily inclined audiences into rapture — “Babette’s Feast,” “Big Night” or “Like Water for Chocolate” spring to mind — getting eyes glistening and mouths watering in anticipation of a meal that only the characters will ever taste. “Flux Gourmet” is not that foodie movie.

The adage “write what you know” works well for writer-director Peter Strickland with his Berlin Film Festival Encounters feature Flux Gourmet. The former member of The Sonic Catering Band makes rich work of a fictional culinary performance collective, while also tackling taboos in the depiction of stomach problems on screen.

Outré horror maestro Peter Strickland is back. The filmmaker behind such Eurotica, vintage, throwback classics such as “Berberian Sound Studio” (2012), “The Duke of Burgundy” (2014), and “In Fabric” (2018), returns to the Berlin Film Festival this week (today, in fact), with his latest deliciously bizarro offering, “Flux Gourmet.” The premise? Something like beef within the culinary/sonic art collective world and a whole set of egos and intestinal issues.

Naman Ramachandran British auteur Peter Strickland is back with his fifth feature, “Flux Gourmet,” and it is as striking and uncompromising as his previous body of work, which includes “In Fabric” (2018), “The Duke of Burgundy” (2014), “Berberian Sound Studio” (2012) and “Katalin Varga” (2009). “Flux Gourmet” world premieres at the Berlin Film Festival’s Encounters strand on Feb. 11.The film follows a sonic collective trio with rocky interpersonal dynamics, who take up residency at an institute devoted to culinary and alimentary performance and have to answer to the institute’s head, who has her own opinions about their work.