'What has this country become?' James Jordan left ‘really sad’ as he fumes at protesters

John Hopewell Chief International CorrespondentFilmax has swooped on international rights to “Irati,” an action adventure feature set in the eighth-century Pyrenees.Produced by Spain’s Bainet, Ikusgarri Films, Kilima Media with France’s La Fidèle Production, “Irati” weighs in as one of the most ambitious new Spanish movies being brought onto the market at Berlin. Filmax will present a promo at the EFM.Featuring battles, mythological creatures and fantasy elements in a mix of Basque legend and historical events, it also marks director Paul Urkijo’s follow-up to “Errementari: the Blacksmith and the Devil,” which Filmax sold to Netflix for the world.Now in post-production, “Irati” turns on a pagan girl who guides a young Christian lord called Enekoon a journey into an ancient, mythological world. Eneko hopes to recover lost treasure, key to his defending his valley from Charlemagne’s marauding army, which is devastating the Pyrenees.

Nick Vivarelli International CorrespondentItalian director Matteo Garrone, who was at the 2020 Berlinale with Roberto Benigni-starrer “Pinocchio,” is set to return to the director’s chair in March with coming-of-age adventure drama “Io Capitano,” on which France’s Pathé will be handling international distribution.Garrone’s new pic, whose title translates as “I, Captain,” will be shot in Italy, Morocco and Senegal, marking the first time, Garrone –– a two-time Cannes jury prize-winner, with “Gomorrah” in 2008 and “Reality” in 2012 –– sets a feature film outside of Italy.As is customary with Garrone, story details of “Io Capitano” are being kept under wraps, besides the fact that he wrote the screenplay with regular collaborators Massimo Gaudioso and Andrea Tagliaferri and actor Massimo Ceccherini (“Pinocchio”), who also contributed to the “Pinocchio” screenplay.

Christopher Vourlias Rwandan director Kivu Ruhorahoza’s “Father’s Day,” which bows in the competitive Encounters strand of the Berlin Film Festival, is a timely story of fatherhood in a country that saw a generation orphaned by one of the worst atrocities of the 20th century.The film presents a trio of interwoven stories set in the East African nation. A mother tries to cope with the loss of her only son.

Christopher Vourlias Russian VOD platform KION has unveiled a slate of original content it will be presenting to buyers at the European Film Market.Launched less than one year ago by telecom giant MTS, the company has so far surpassed expectations, according to Igor Mishin, VP for media business development at MTS and CEO of MTS Media. “We have exceeded all business key performance indicators, in terms of the subscriber base and streaming views,” he said.The company is launching two new feature films and two original series at EFM.“Ophiuchus” is an erotic thriller about a bold and sexually liberated pathologist whose lovers begin to die under mysterious circumstances.

“Death on the Nile” was being released in the rest of the Middle East over the weekend, according to Deadline.Gadot, 36, served in the Israeli armed forces for two years, as is required of all young Israelis, before she entered show business.It’s not the first time the former Miss Israel’s nationality has caused controversy as tensions persist between the two warring nations.

Manchester United need a response as they prepare to face Southampton on Saturday.

Manchester United will be looking to bounce back from Tuesday evening's frustrating 1-1 draw with Burnley when they welcome Southampton to Old Trafford on Saturday lunchtime.

thug from a deadly drug cartel can be heard trying to extort a man, with the threat of abducting his wife, in a chilling phone call shared online. The video comes from the Mexican state of Sonora, which borders Arizona, US, and captures the tense conversation between the drug cartel extortionist and the victim over some unexplained, previous misunderstanding. The criminal notes that the man's wife - who is in the room with him - is a "well known business woman", and insists: "I don’t want to tie your wife up and abduct her."He also reveals that members of the cartel have visited a house nearby to abduct another man, claiming that he now has orders from higher-ups to "go where you are and abduct you, to take your vehicle or car and keep everything that you have of value, fool."As the threats are being laid bare, the terrified victim can be heard agreeing with the "boss" before adding "we won't say anything".

Arsenal are set to complete the signing of goalkeeper Matt Turner, but are reluctant to announce his arrival until the summer transfer window opens.According to football.london, a deal has been reached between the Gunners and MLS outfit New England Revolution for the shot-stopper, with a fee being agreed of £4.5m leading to £7.5m plus further bonuses.However, Arsenal will not announce the signing until Turner has completed his medical.Personal terms have already been agreed with the player and the Revs have even announced that the 27-year-old will be making the move to the Emirates Stadium in the summer, but the Gunners are refusing to jump the gun on the transfer.A statement on the Revolutions' website stated: “The New England Revolution have agreed to terms for goalkeeper Matt Turner to join Arsenal of the English Premier League in a summer transfer for an undisclosed fee pending completion of a medical.“Turner, the 2021 Allstate MLS Goalkeeper of the Year, is expected to join Arsenal in late June 2022, allowing the United States international to remain with New England through the entirety of the 2022 Scotiabank Concacaf Champions League campaign and nearly half of the 2022 MLS regular season.“Further information will be shared when the transfer is completed.”The arrival of Turner will open the door for Bernd Leno to leave the club in the summer too, who has been replaced by Englishman Aaron Ramsdale this season.HAVE YOUR SAY! Who else should Arsenal sign in the summer? Comment below.Leno was the first-choice keeper in North London for the three seasons prior to Ramsdale’s arrival, however, he has started just three Premier League fixtures this campaign and the writing is on the wall for the Germany international.Leno

The first footage of the upcoming Aquaman sequel has been released.

Madison Chock and Evan Bates made headlines over the past week with their exciting and dramatic performance during the Team Figure Skating Event at the 2022 Beijing Olympics, and they’re about to take the ice again for the Rhythm Ice Dance competition today (February 12).

 Twitter user Mirror Moon penned: “Fatal Error!”Debbie_Shanelle added: “Haha there is only one Ola & that’s @The_OlaJordan.”Lorraine Booth penned: “That made me laugh James happy anniversary to you both anyway.”SJM commented: “Oops! Ha ha! Doghouse for you @The_JamesJordan - it’s not like you have matching handles is it?”Charlene Smyth replied: “In the doghouse @The_JamesJordan better get begging!”Ola also shared a tribute to her marriage alongside a black and white wedding snap, where she could be seen in her veil, while James looked dapper in a suit.Ola wrote: “18 years baby!!!“Here’s to another year of suffering and misery “Love you @jamesjordan1978 “(you know I’m joking……… or am I).”James and Ola met due to their shared love of dance,

Strictly professional dancer James Jordan has liked a string of tweets suggesting he should replace John Barrowman as a judge on Dancing on Ice. The Sun revealed that Barrowman would not be returning to Dancing On Ice following accusations that he had repeatedly exposed himself on sets of other shows.

Strictly professional took to Instagram to celebrate their marriage, with a funny tribute.James posted a throwback picture of their wedding day to his 235,000 followers.In the image, James can be seen gazing at his new wife, while Ola looked sensational holding a bouquet.He captioned the image: "She has to be the luckiest girl in the world - to be married to me for 18 years today."It's what you were all thinking but I just said it."A post shared by James Jordan (@jamesjordan1978)James added: "Anyway @olajordan I love you."Fans and friends alike were quick to the comments to celebrate the happy couple's anniversary.Ola commented: "Of course I am hunny.

James Jordan has sparked fan speculation that he could replace John Barrowman on Dancing On Ice after liking a series of tweets. It comes after it was reported that Dame Arlene Phillips was in "advanced talks" with ITV to join the judging panel after it was confirmed that John, 54, wouldn't be returning and instead hosting the All Star Musicals specials.

cancer. The Wanted star was diagnosed with an inoperable glioblastoma – a type of cancer that starts in the brain - in October last year.Inside My Head, which aired on Sunday night, shows the singer’s ongoing fight, as he prepared for his charity concert alongside his bandmates.The pop star said: "It's so hard to think about the future."He continued: "I don't want to know."I don't think you know how you feel about death until you're faced with it.“Am I going to die? That's the most important question."The emotional documentary left viewers unable to contain their emotions as they took to Twitter to weigh in on Tom’s journey.Dancing On Ice star James Jordan, who lost his dad to cancer, typed: “Anyone else watching Tom Parker Inside my Head

Strictly Come Dancing pro James Jordan has given a brutal analysis of BBC Breakfast presenter Dan Walker's Foxtrot, claiming the dance looked "unrehearsed". Dan took on the role of Prince Charming while his dance partner Nadiya Bychkova was in character as Sleeping Beauty.

James Jordan has been backed by the bookies to replace John Barrowman and become a judge on Dancing On Ice next year.The former Strictly star won the eleventh series of the ice-rink dancing show back in 2019, when he was partnered with professional figure skater Alexandra Schauman.Now, James has been tipped as the favourite by Ladbrokes to replace Barrowman on the judging panel - following the former judge's exit from the ITV show.The betting bosses have James Jordan as their early favourite to take over from Barrowman with 4/1 odds to his name, hailing him as their winning candidate as he has the "perfect mix of skill, experience, humour and honesty".Jessica O'Reilly from Ladbrokes said: "James has the perfect mix of skill, experience,

Strictly Come Dancing 2021 partner Nikita Kuzmin performed a Charleston to Yes Sir! That’s My Baby by Firehouse Five Plus Two.

Twitter account to comment on the current series of Strictly Come Dancing. However, the dance star left some viewers confused as he tweeted about Robert Webb’s dance.About the dance, James wrote: “Robert.

Ola Jordan and James Jordan had a big reason to celebrate on Thursday - the mum-of-one's 39th birthday!The couple, who are set to mark their 18th wedding anniversary in just a few weeks, will no doubt enjoy a family day with their little girl, Ella, at their home in Kent.WATCH: Ella Jordan plays with her grandparents for the first timeAnd James wasted no time in taking to social media to wish his wife the happiest birthday. James, 43, shared a sweet snapshot showing the couple with their 18-month-old, who looks adorable in a denim jumpsuit and Nike trainers.Ola, meanwhile, is wearing a chic houndstooth jacket teamed with black trousers and matching top, while James is also dressed all in black.