The 81st Venice International Film Festival took place from 28 August to 7 September 2024 in Venice, on the island of Lido. It was chaired by French actress Isabelle Huppert, with the opening film being Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, the sequel to Tim Burton’s once-popular hit....
On 29 August, the second season of the fantasy series “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power” premiered on Amazon. The streaming giant immediately released the first three episodes of the show, and fans quickly raised many questions. To be frank, questions...
Saying goodbye to summer (even a very hot one) is not the most pleasant activity. Perhaps that’s why filmmakers have prepared so many thrillers and comedies for the audience—to distract from the calendar, which shows August is about to turn into September. Serial killers,...
Rosa Klebb and Max Zorin from James Bond films, boxer Ivan Drago from “Rocky IV,” Moscow gangster Viktor Rostavili from “Red Heat,” and even the comedic astronaut Lev Andropov from “Armageddon” – these characters once elicited sceptical smiles. Today, after unsuccessful attempts to “civilise”...
Every Russian occupier dreams of seeing the picturesque moonrise over the Ukrainian Dnipro River with their own eyes. But there is one thing that the Russian occupier does not understand. To get this aesthetic experience is possible in two ways: for free – by...
As Europe suffers from abnormal heat and Russian terrorists in Ukraine continue to add to their already huge list of war crimes and crimes against humanity, a peaceful escape amidst the crazy reality is much needed. Watching TV series is one way to distract...
Literature, like culture in general, cannot be destroyed or stopped by missiles, tanks, or armies of Russian soldiers deluded by Kremlin propaganda. Literature lives in defiance of everything, and even war cannot affect the desire of Ukrainian writers to create new worlds and address...
The summer movie season of 2024 promises to be hot, diverse, and rich in new releases. Among the most anticipated premieres of the summer season, some of which have already been released, are both sequels to popular franchises and original films of various genres...
During the Soviet era, Latvia was considered the most “European” and elegant of the 15 Soviet republics (or, as it was jokingly referred to then, “15 barracks of the Soviet concentration camp”): Jūrmala with its pristine sandy beaches and the legendary night bar “Jūras...
An opera house is an important and luxurious part of cultural history, reflecting the style of its city and the traditions of its country. Historic iconic buildings of opera houses are never repeated and you will not find two identical opera houses in the...
In a gesture of international solidarity and cultural appreciation, renowned British actress Emma Thompson recited a poem by Ukrainian literary icon Lina Kostenko. Kostenko celebrates her 94th birthday today, March 19th, 2024. A Birthday Tribute and a Message of Hope Emma Thompson lent her...
The iconic role of 007 agent James Bond, MI6’s most famous spy, has been offered to 33-year-old actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson, The Sun reports. Insiders say that the Kick-Ass film star is expected to accept the role of 007, replacing Daniel Craig, who played MI6’s most...
The highest-grossing film in the world since the beginning of 2024 is the fantastic film Dune 2 by Denis Villeneuve. According to Variety, the film has already grossed $494.7 million worldwide, including $208 million in North America and $289.4 million in the rest of the world. Based on...
The world-famous anonymous street artist Banksy may be forced to reveal his real name due to a lawsuit over the authenticity of one of his most famous works, Monkey Queen, The Guardian reports. Two art collectors have filed a lawsuit against the artist over his...
Famous French actress Juliette Binoche has become the next president of the European Film Academy Board, replacing Polish director Agnieszka Holland, who plans to devote her time to making films, Variety reports. Binoche was unanimously nominated by the board members of the European Film Academy...
Director Denis Villeneuve’s film “Dune: Part Two” successfully launched in theatres, amassing $178.5 million over its opening weekend. This total includes $97 million from international markets and $81.5 million from the American box office, making the second instalment of “Dune” the highest-grossing premiere of...
At Paris Fashion Week, which has started in France, full of parades and presentations, only an explosive artistic statement can make a designer stand out. Otherwise, critics and buyers will say: “déjà vu! “, “Nothing new under the sun”, “Martin Margiela has already done it, and...
Taylor Swift has made history at the Grammy Awards 2024 by becoming the first artist to win the award for Best Album of the Year four times for her album Midnights. This is stated in the official announcement of the music award. At Sunday’s ceremony, Taylor Swift...
On November 22, 2023, Netflix released the first episodes of the reality show “Squid Game: The Challenge,” based on the immensely popular South Korean series “Squid Game.” The final 10th episode aired on December 6, where the remaining two participants engaged in a final...
Friendship on a creative basis is a guarantee that the outcome will impact not only the friends themselves. There are many examples of how ideas from the past resurface thanks to new relationships, aspirations, attempts to reinterpret and breathe new life. This is how...
Our world is filled with Ukrainian roots, as the famous Ukrainian proverb goes, “Our flower blooms worldwide.” Hollywood is no exception, with some American stars excelling in the Ukrainian language, singing Ukrainian songs, cooking unparalleled borscht, and even mastering the traditional hopak dance. Others,...
The struggle of ordinary Ukrainians against the Russian invaders, epochal events in the life of the royal family, adventures of the first ever zoomer detective, Oliver Twist spin-off and desperate attempts of a group of drunken commandos to save Las Vegas from being blown...
Stephen King is an undisputed titan of world literature. Despite the variety of forms and genres in which he works, his horror novels are considered to be cult. King has a unique sense of human fears and skillfully uses this ability to make the...
Scientific research has shown that viewing art can have a profound effect on our neural connections. Our brains release dopamine, the “feel good” neurotransmitter, when we look at works of art that resonate with our emotions. That is why art – in addition to...
Just as the debates over Neil Jordan’s “Marlowe” and Nicolas Winding Refn’s “Copenhagen Cowboy” are settling down, a new season of “True Detective” with Jodie Foster in the lead role is on the horizon. Regardless of what anyone says, noir in all its forms remains highly sought after in today’s...
After the failed adaptations of “Death Note” and “Cowboy Bebop,” Netflix has finally rolled out its first live-action adaptation of Japanese animated classic “One Piece,” a show that fans may be hesitant to embrace. In its debut week, the series shattered the previous streaming...
This year marks the 50th anniversary of the birth of the world’s most significant cultural phenomenon, hip-hop. It all started on the same night when DJ Kool Herc threw a party on August 11, 1973, at 1520 Sedgwick Avenue, in the most dangerous neighborhood...
As digital technologies become more advanced, we increasingly find ourselves going to the cinema not to see the real faces of our favorite actors but rather their digitally altered counterparts. Sometimes it’s justified and well-executed, but not always. In the retro film “Vivre Sa...
The modern lifestyle leaves us little time for quality and meaningful offline communication. Moreover, even when we do manage to get together in the same space, we have to fight for each other’s attention with gadgets, social media, and streams of easy-to-consume entertainment content....
Explore the heartwarming journey of 'The Electrical Life of Louis Wain' (2021), a captivating film portraying the life of a talented artist and cat lover. With Benedict Cumberbatch's brilliant performance, this delightful masterpiece offers an emotional and intelligent cinematic experience, enriched by its captivating...
Release Date and Talented Cast “Bless this Mess” is a comedic series that first aired in 2019. The show boasts a talented cast, bringing its engaging characters to life. Starring Dax Shepard as Mike and Lake Bell as Rio, the series showcases their exceptional...
“Oppenheimer” is a captivating epic journey into the life and mind of the eminent physicist Robert Oppenheimer, created by Christopher Nolan. This IMAX film with real special effects will amaze you with its scale and emotional depth. “Oppenheimer” is a profound historical thriller that...
Romania is an amazing country located in southeastern Europe. Here, you can enjoy sunny baths on the Black Sea coast, conquer mountain peaks, explore deep caves, and travel through the picturesque Danube Delta. Moreover, Romania will introduce you to its ancient history, fascinating traditions, and incredible...
On July 31st, the official National Orgasm Day is being celebrated in the United Kingdom, Australia, the United States, and Canada. The day aims to raise awareness, break taboos that still exist in society, and make sexual pleasure more accessible. Here are a few facts about...
On July 26th, at the age of 56, Sinead O’Connor passed away. She rose to fame in 1990 with the song “Nothing Compares 2 U.” Thanks to the global success of this hit and her eventful personal life, the Irish singer captured the public’s attention...
Dutch film director Paul Verhoeven has turned 85. He stands among the greatest cinematic stars of his generation and is the eldest among them. In the 1980s and 1990s, he was closely associated with fellow filmmakers David Cronenberg from Canada and David Lynch from...
Film UA company has announced a lineup of Ukrainian folk horror films, starting with “The Witch of Konotop,” where the mythology of Gogol’s tales intertwines with present-day military realities. While the film is still in production for a 2024 release, we invite you to...
A new film by the renowned director Christopher Nolan, titled “Oppenheimer,” has been released in Ukrainian cinemas. It is a biopic about the creator of the atomic bomb, Robert Oppenheimer (1904-1967), an American theoretical physicist. The project is exorbitantly expensive (officially budgeted at $100...
The holiday season is in full swing, and the insane heat is forcing us to stay close to the air conditioners. However, is there anything that can really stop art lovers from seeking aesthetic pleasure and deep sensual experience? Today we have made a...
Unique, phantasmagoric drawings by Ukrainian artist Polina Raiko in the genre of naïve art were completely destroyed. The artist’s house-museum in Oleshky in southern Ukraine was flooded after the Russian military blew up the Kakhovka HPP dam. The water reached the roof, and when...
