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Emiliano De Pablos Vértice 360, one of Spain’s top indie production-distribution companies, is expanding operations to Latin America, Italy and Portugal, as fruit of its ambitious plan to become a reference on the international film distribution scene.Part of the Squirrel Media group, the Madrid-based distributor is backing a first stage of its international expansion with the investment of more than $100 million in film content for distribution in the 35 territories where it already operates. At the current Cannes Film Market, Vértice is looking for movie deals to expand its international line up.The distributor mainly looks for blockbusters going out to independent industry and prestige projects which are liable to win international awards, but also local productions in both Spanish and English. Vértice has already established business relationships with top independent content providers such as Millennium Media, FilmNation, A24, Studiocanal and Pathé. “We have with them a title-by-title relationship, with a maximum degree of collaboration.

Sky has unveiled a second series of I Hate Suzie and an adaptation of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, while confirming Universal Pictures’ Wicked will be one of the first projects to be filmed at Elstree Studios, relocating from the U.S.

Russell Crowe has always had comedy chops.

EXCLUSIVE: Amazon Prime has quietly picked up domestic rights to UK boxing movie Prizefighter: The Life Of Jem Belcher.

Hollywood films of all time.The epic Roman flick picked up five Oscars at the 73rd Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Costume Design, and Best Actor for leading man Russell Crowe.Gladiator follows Roman general Maximus Decimus Meridius (Crowe), who is forced into slavery and must fight for his freedom in legendary gladiator pits, where he faces the likes of armed thugs, chariots, and lions.He is betrayed by Commodus (Joaquin Phoenix) who murders his Roman emperor father and thwarts the elder's wish to leave the kingdom to Maximus by seizing the throne for himself.Crowe's character thus embarks on a terrifying tale of vengeance as he hopes to seek justice for his murdered wife and child.On the anniversary of the film's premiere, Daily Star has taken a look at where the star-studded cast went next.Russell played Roman general Maximus, who coins the famed line: "Are you not entertained?" in the gladiator arena.The titular role was actually meant to go to Mel Gibson, but luckily for Russell, his Hollywood peer turned it down.Crowe has gone on to bag a bucket-load of blockbuster film roles over the next 20 years, such as American Gangster (2007), biopic A Beautiful Mind (2001) and DC Superman flick Man of Steel (2013).The BAFTA-winning actor also showcased his vocal talents as Javert in Les Misérables, but one of his more surprising stints came during last year's series of Strictly Come Dancing.The actor spoke to contestants Tom Fletcher and pro dancer Amy Dowden via a video message after they danced to the Les Mis soundtrack, but it remains unclear whether he'll be putting on his dancing shoes anytime soon.Russell was married to fellow actor Danielle Spencer between 2003 and 2018, and they share their sons Charles

Australia’s longest-running soap Neighbours is set to air its final episode on August 1, and it looks set to go out with a fitting send-off, with former stars Kylie Minogue and Jason Donovan both hinting they will be taking part.

Kylie Minogue and Jason Donovan are reportedly all set to come back to Neighbours for a 'fairytale ending' after it was announced the soap was being cancelled.

EXCLUSIVE: Oscar winner Russell Crowe (Gladiator) and The Hunger Games star Liam Hemsworth are set to star in action-thriller film Land Of Bad, we can reveal.

EXCLUSIVE: Chloe Bailey (Grown-ish) has signed on to star in the upcoming film Praise This, which Tina Gordon (Little) is directing for Universal Pictures.

Neighbours may have given us some of the world's biggest pop stars - but it also launched the careers of Hollywood icons too.Many of the original cast including Alan Dale, Guy Pearce and Russell Crowe landed their breakout roles in Ramsay Street, before becoming some of the biggest names in showbiz.They set the stage for more Neighbours alumni to follow in their footsteps, including Hollywood siren Margot Robbie and hunky heartthrob Liam Hemsworth.They're not the only big names to have been part of Erinsborough life however, and here, Daily Star looks at the Hollywood stars you may have forgotten were in Neighbours.Long before she voiced characters in Hollywood blockbuster family films such as Legend of the Guardians, Deborra Lee-Furness appeared in the first ever episodes of Neighbours back in 1985. The star played Linda Fielding for three episodes, but later returned in 2020 behind the camera, where she directed three episodes of the popular soap too.As well as forging a successful Hollywood career in films including Shame and Waiting, Deborra is also married to another Australian legend - The Greatest Showman's Hugh Jackman.One of the Neighbours OGs, Alan Dale played Jim Robinson in Neighbours between 1985 and 1993, before his character was killed off after Jim suffered a heart attack.

Thor: Love and Thunder has arrived – check it out below.The Marvel film, which arrives on July 8, will see Chris Hemsworth return once more as the Nordic god of thunder.It shows Thor walking away from being a warrior after Avengers: Endgame and seems to pick up from the end of where that film left us. Thor appears to be travelling with the Guardians of the Galaxy who we also see in the trailer.At one point early in the trailer, Thor announces that his “superhero-ing days are over.”Elsewhere, there’s a brief glimpse of Tessa Thompson returning as Valkyrie and we see a first look image of Natalie Portman’s Jane Foster with Thor’s hammer.Watch the trailer here:Meanwhile, Taika Waititi has called the upcoming movie the “craziest” film he’s ever made.Speaking to Empire about the forthcoming film, the director said: “Well, just between (me and) you and the readers, I’ve done some crazy shit in my life. I’ve lived, like, 10 lifetimes.

the last dance for the god of thunder?It seems like it in the first trailer for “Thor: Love and Thunder,” which teases the titular Avenger (Chris Hemsworth) going into retirement following his universe saving — and carbo-loading — events of “Endgame.”And it seems a familiar face is returning to take over for the hero.“These hands were once used for battle, now they’re but humble tools for peace,” Thor says after he’s shown through the years growing from a boy to man. “I need to figure out exactly who I am.”Instead of more epic battles for the Asgardian, it appears the fourth “Thor” installment will focus on the broken god finding himself once again — all while traveling space with the Guardians of the Galaxy as “Sweet Child of Mine” by Guns N’ Roses plays.“I’m going to choose my own path.

Sydney after a brief holiday at the actor's estate near Coffs Harbour. The couple, who confirmed their relationship in late 2020 but are believed to have started dating much earlier, were seen disembarking a private jet on Thursday.

EXCLUSIVE: Pan star Levi Miller has rounded out the cast of Sony Pictures’ Marvel movie Kraven the Hunter, starring Aaron Taylor-Johnson in the title role. He joins a cast that includes Ariana DeBose, Russell Crowe, Alessandro Nivola, Christopher Abbott and Fred Hechinger. It is unknown at this time who Miller will be playing.

Neighbours has been canned after almost 40 years on our telly screens.

EXCLUSIVE: Samantha Mathis and Norm Lewis and are set as series regulars opposite Matt Passmore and Floriana Lima in Blank Slate, NBC’s drama pilot from Dean Georgaris, John Fox, Davis Entertainment and Universal Television.

Dennis Quaid, 68, is a successful actor, best known for his roles in The Big Easy, Dragonheart, The Parent Trap, Far From Heaven, Vantage Point, and more. He’s considered one of the best in the business, despite never receiving an Academy Award nomination. Dennis has never been afraid to give love a chance, and he’s now married to 29-year-old Laura Savoie. He was previously married to actresses P.J. Soles and Meg Ryan, as well as Texas real-estate agent Kimberly Buffington. Here’s what to know about all the women that have said “I do” to Dennis.

Clayton Davis New Zealand-born actor, director and producer Russell Crowe had one of the most incredible runs in the late 1990s and early 2000s, quickly becoming a huge star in Hollywood. With a career that started opposite George Takei in “Blood Oath” (1990), he’s delivered a treasure trove of unforgettable performances over the last three decades.After making a name for himself in Australia with nominations and wins at the country’s equivalent to the Oscars for “The Crossing” (1990), “Proof” (1991) and “Romper Stomper” (1992), his debut in American cinemas began opposite Denzel Washington in Brett Leonard’s sci-fi flick “Virtuosity” (1995) as the virtual reality entity turned serial killer android SID.

Liz Hurley, 56, sent her ex-stepson Jackson Warne, 22, some words of reassurance after he delivered a powerful speech at his father’s memorial. More than 50,000 people gathered to remember Shane Warne at Melbourne Cricket Ground on Wednesday.Jackson gave a moving eulogy in which he said: “You were the best dad anyone could ever ask for and you were my best friend."I looked up to you as my hero and I admired how hard you worked, I was so proud of everything you do.“I feel like I have been robbed as you were taken away too soon.

Neighbours will air its final episode later this year.Over the decades, the serial drama has been a breeding ground for new talent with many becoming Hollywood stars including Russell Crowe and Margot Robbie. Australian actress Anne Haddy joined the soap as Helen Daniels in 1985 and quickly became a fan favourite.She left the soap in 1997 after 12 years in Ramsay Street, two years before tragic death.Before joining Neighbours, she played many other roles on Australian television and was known for appearing in shows such as Prisoner: Cell Block H, Homicide, The Restless Years and Sons and Daughters.Anne was also a renowned children's presenter and part of the original team of the local version of Play School, a show which also launched national soap stars.She also a voice artist, providing her voice in some animated series, but it was Neighbours where viewers took the actress into their hearts.The soap star played the matriarch role of Helen, mother of another veteran character Jim, played by Alan Dave.Anne appeared in the very first episode in 1985 and would go on to star in over 1000 episodes.Even her husband, radio and stage actor James Condon, who Anne married in 1977, appeared in Neighbours episodes during her time of playing Helen.She was part of many big storylines and the character passed away while watching a video of her grandson Scott Robinson's wedding to Charlene Mitchell, played by Jason Donovan and Kylie Minogue.Anne battled with illness for many years.

Clayton Davis The way to officially close the door on a crazy awards season (and even-crazier 94th Oscar ceremony), is to crack open the window and take a look ahead at what the studios and production companies could have in store for global cinema in 2022.As Variety transitions to Emmy season, with the first official predictions rolling out next week, this annual tradition of blind guesses gives us all something to look forward to. If you look at last year’s piece, no one should expect this to be 100% accurate as films shift or fall by the wayside, while some end up bigger than anticipated.Apple Original Films broke through the streaming glass ceiling with Siân Heder’s “CODA,” winning the Academy’s top prize and two others.