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Christopher Vourlias Heretic, the Athens-based boutique production company and sales agent, has acquired world sales rights for “Runner,” by director Marian Mathias, which will have its world premiere in the Discovery section of the Toronto International Film Festival.Already sparking upbeat word of mouth, “Runner” follows Haas (Hannah Schiller), an 18-year-old girl who was raised by her father in the rural Midwest. When her father suddenly dies, she must carry out his wish to be buried in the town where he was born.

Nineties supermodel Christy Turlington, 53, and her husband Ed Burns, 54, don't often pose with their two children.But this weekend the 53-year-old beauty and the 54-year-old filmmaker were seen with their teen kids while in Greece; they have daughter Grace, 18, and son Finn, 16.The family was enjoying dinner at a restaurant in Greece named The Island when they posed with several of the employees who gifted them a coffee table book. With teens:Nineties supermodel Christy Turlington, 53, was seen with her adult children while in Greece this weekend with husband Ed Burns, 54.

Carrie Johnson was the blushing bride when she arrived at her country-themed wedding to Boris Johnson.The pair held a wedding party on July 30 at Grade-I-listed mansion Daylesford House in the Cotswolds, owned by Tory donor and JCB chairman Lord Bamford. Carrie, 34, a former Conservative Party media official who has previously described herself as a political and climate activist, channelled her green credentials by wearing another rented dress at their second event. For the first wedding event at Westminster Cathedral on May 29 2021, Carrie rented an embroidered tulle gown for £45.This was created by Christos Costarellos, an Athens-based luxury designer who has a master's degree in theatre costume design from the London College of Fashion.

Brian Eno has today (July 28) previewed his upcoming new album with a new single, ‘There Were Bells’ – check it out below.Eno’s 22nd studio album, ‘FOREVERANDEVERNOMORE’, will be released on October 14 and can be pre-ordered here.The 10 track record was made at his studio in West London and according to a press release, Eno sings vocals on the majority of tracks for the first time on an album since 2005’s ‘Another Day On Earth.’Today’s single release was written by Eno for a performance by him and his brother Roger at a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Acropolis, in August 2021. Eno recalled how it was 45 degrees in Athens on the day of the concert with wildfires raging just outside the city – something that prompted his introductory comment:”I thought, here we are at the birthplace of Western civilisation, probably witnessing the end of it.”‘There Were Bells’ is described as proving “a poignant reminder of the current climate emergency, a theme that is explored throughout the album.”You can listen to the new track here:‘FOREVERANDEVERNOMORE’ Tracklist:‘Who Gives a Thought’‘We Let It In’‘Icarus or Blériot’‘Garden of Stars’‘Inclusion’‘There Were Bells’‘Sherry’‘I’m Hardly Me’‘These Small Noises’‘Making Gardens Out of Silence’ [this will appear on the LP and digital version of the album and not the CD]Speaking about the new album, Eno said: “Like everybody else – except, apparently, most of the governments of the world – I’ve been thinking about our narrowing, precarious future, and this music grew out of those thoughts.“Perhaps it’s more accurate to say I’ve been feeling about it…and the music grew out of the feelings.

Christopher Vourlias Heretic, the Athens-based boutique production company and sales agent, has acquired world sales rights for “Tengo sueños eléctricos” (“I Have Electric Dreams”), by director Valentina Maurel, which will have its premiere in the Locarno Film Festival’s international competition.Set in Costa Rica, the film follows Eva (Daniela Marin Navarro), a strong-willed 16-year-old girl who lives with her mother, her younger sister and their cat, but desperately wants to move in with her estranged father (Reinaldo Amien Guttierez). Clinging onto him as he goes through a second adolescence, she balances between the tenderness and sensitivity of teenage life and the ruthlessness of the adult world.

A Brit tourist wouldn’t have seen the propeller that killed him due to its speed and ground staff shouted for him to “stop” as he walked towards it, a Greek police investigation has claimed. Police have released more details about how Jack Fenton, 22, was tragically killed by a helicopter propeller in Athens after returning with his siblings from the island of Mykonos.

A man from the UK who was decapitated by a helicopter tail rotor while “taking a selfie” as he was on holiday in Greece has now been identified. Student Jack Fenton, was disembarking from a helicopter in Athens when he was struck in the head with the tail blade.

Serena Williams is on vacation with her family and she sure is feeling good! She shared a stunning glimpse of her impromptu visit, and left fans with an inspiring message.MORE: Serena Williams shares rare family photo during sun-soaked Athens getawayThe star has been spending time in London following her participation in Wimbledon earlier this summer, but recently made a last minute location switch to none other than Greece alongside her husband, Alexis Ohanian, and their daughter Olympia.As she stopped by all of Athens' famous sites, such as the iconic Acropolis, she took a moment to share a fabulous picture of herself during her vacation along with a motivational statement about her appearance.WATCH: Serena shares rare glimpse into her bedroomMORE: Serena Williams goes for bold as she struts in a black dressThe photograph sees Serena striking a pose in front of the ancient Greek ruins, dressed perfectly for the scorching heat Europe has been facing. She is donning a fitted black dress with a high slit going up her thigh, which she paired with white sneakers, oversized black sunglasses, and a massive diamond ring to top the look off.More importantly however was the caption, which the tennis star used to relay a heartfelt message about confidence.The Olympian wrote: "We took an impromptu trip to Athens.

Iron Maiden frontman Bruce Dickinson stopped a concert in Greece at the weekend after a fan lit a flare during ‘The Number Of The Beast’.As the band launched into their classic anthem at the Olympic Stadium in Athens on Saturday (July 16), Dickinson sang the line “What did I see?” before he shouted: “A cunt with a fucking flare!” after he spotted a fan lighting a flare in the crowd.“I’ve got to fucking sing, right? Fuck you!” he then ranted. You can view the footage below.Despite Dickinson’s frustration, the band continued with the rest of their set rounding off their performance with ‘Iron Maiden’, ‘The Trooper’, ‘The Clansman’, ‘Run To The Hills’ and ‘Aces High’.

Serena Williams showed off her sculpted legs as she cosied up to her husband and daughter in a sweet holiday snap.MORE: Serena Williams' unbelievable kitchen was designed by sister Venus - photosTaking to Instagram, the former Wimbledon champion shared a candid photo of her family posing in front of the impressive Parthenon temple. With her hands on her hips, Serena rocked a figure-hugging black dress featuring a dramatic thigh-split.WATCH: Serena Williams' rare glimpse into her daughter's bedroomShe accessorised her sultry dress with a pair of Nike trainers, chunky silver rings, black sunglasses, and a delicate gold triangle pendant.MORE: Serena Williams stuns in hot pink mini dress at the premiere of Thor: Love & ThunderMORE: Serena Williams shares sweet video revealing who is right by her side during aftermath of unexpected newsThe mum-of-one beamed alongside her beau, Alexis Ohanian, and their four-year-old daughter Alexis Olympia.

basketball superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, there is one thing that makes him the most proud of all that he's achieved, and that's fatherhood.The 27-year-old NBA pro spoke with ET on the red carpet at the premiere of the new Disney+ biopic — which tells the story of his inspiring journey — and he opened up about the family he's made with girlfriend Mariah Riddlesprigger. «It’s the one of the biggest accomplishments I’ve accomplished in my life so far,» Giannis said of his two sons — Liam, 2, and Maverick, 10 months. «I love my kids to death, would do anything for them, the way, you know, my dad did for me and hopefully I can be as loving a father as my dad was to me.» follows the story of Giannis' parents -- Vera and Charles Antetokounmpo — and their five children, as they strive to make a life for themselves in Athens before their children realize their natural talent at basketball and pursue their dreams in the US.Giannis — as well as his brothers Thanasis and Kostas — have gone on to NBA stardom under the guidance of their parents.However, their father, Charles, died in September 2017 at the age of 54.«I hope that he's extremely proud of what we accomplished and who we've become as human beings, on and off the court,» Giannis said of his late father.«And the way that we shared our movie with the world, the way that he’s being portrayed in the movie, I think he will be proud,» he added. «And I know that he’s watching us.» premieres exclusively on June 24 on Disney+.

Opa! Nearly six years after My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 reunited the comedic cast onscreen, they are ready to make more movie magic once again with a third film in the franchise.

 saga. The film's star, Nia Vardalos took to Instagram to confirm the news after photos of the cast began circulating online.«I have an announcement,» Vardalos began in the video shared to her feed Tuesday.

My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3 is now filming in Greece.Nia Vardalos, who wrote and starred in the first two films, announced filming had begun in video posted to her Instagram on Tuesday.Vardalos, 59, also gleefully revealed she would be directing this latest installment. Back for more! Nia Vardalos announced production has begun on My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3 in Greece 'So, I have an announcement.

Production has started on “My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3”.

Naman Ramachandran Universal’s “Jurassic World: Dominion” stayed atop the U.K. and Ireland box office for the second weekend in a row with £5.7 million ($7 million) for a total of £21.7 million, according to numbers released by Comscore.In its fourth weekend, Paramount’s Tom Cruise vehicle “Top Gun: Maverick” collected a lofty £4.2 million in second place to soar to £57.3 million.Disney’s Toy Story franchise film “Lightyear” debuted in third place with £3.7 million, while Lionsgate’s critically acclaimed “Good Luck To You, Leo Grande” debuted in fourth position with £238,640.Rounding off the top five was Disney’s “Doctor Strange In The Multiverse Of Madness” in its seventh weekend for a total of £41.8 million.

No backing out now!

British Olympic hero Dame Kelly Holmes has revealed she is gay. Kelly, who won two golds at the 2004 games in Athens, has told how she lived a 'secret life' for 34 years.

Rita Wilson has shared several rare photos of her and her husband Tom Hanks as concerns for his health were raised this week.MORE: Tom Hanks in tears during emotional tribute following heartbreaking lossThe actress and singer usually posts photos relating to her music or acting career on Instagram, but this week she uploaded a number of personal photos taken alongside her husband during their busy month.WATCH: Tom Hanks overcome with emotion at the Golden Globe awardsThe couple have attended several events in Tennessee, such as the CMA Fest, in which Rita performed, and a special screening of ELVIS, in which Tom plays Tom Parker, Elvis' longtime manager.MORE: Everything you need to know about Tom Hanks' familyREAD: Tom Hanks rocks long hair in must-see school photosOne particularly fun photo sees Tom photobombing his wife and their friends, Tyler and Hayley Hubbard, who also attended the CMA Fest, whilst another sees them holding hands whilst posing next to Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban. Rita shared several fun pictures of her and Tom"AMAZING SHOW Keith!" she wrote alongside the snap.Another photo shows the couple at night, posing in front of the Parthenon in Centennial Park in Nashville.

Celtic are set to go again next season even stronger than last season in their quest to retain the Scottish Premiership title.

Based on a character Jason Sudeikis originally created for NBC promos, Ted Lasso the guy evolved into Ted Lasso, the Apple TV+ comedy series. It quickly became a hit, securing 20 Emmy nominations and seven wins in its first season including for Outstanding Comedy Series. The second season premiered in July 2021, and a third season recently began filming.