Posts by Nathan Pine
‘Tutu’ Director Sam Pollard On Archbishop Who Helped End Apartheid, And What Tutu Would Think Of Trump’s Claims Of White South African “Genocide” – Berlin
South Africa’s racist system of Apartheid endured for generations and, so brutally was it maintained, appeared impregnable. One of those who played a vital role in its unlikely demise was Archbishop Desmond Tutu, the religious leader and theologian. He did it through much more than prayer alone. “I am a man of peace but not…
Read MoreOliver Berben On New ‘Resident Evil’ & Taking Constantin Film To The Next Frontier: “We Want To Be The Place In The Independent Market For ‘Triple-A’ Filmmakers”
Oliver Berben refuses to be stuck in the past. When the longtime Constantin Film exec stepped into the role of CEO nearly two years ago, he had a clear vision of how he wanted to steer the German production-distribution powerhouse to the next frontier and embrace indie-style fearlessness while building on the company’s 75-year-legacy. “The…
Read MoreKate Spade Outlet’s Long Weekend Sale Slashed Luxury Handbags up to 70% Off
There’s something undeniably satisfying about scoring a designer handbag at a fraction of its original price—and the Kate Spade Outlet Presidents’ Day Sale is making it very easy to justify a cart refresh. For a limited time, shoppers can take up to 70% off handbags, with an extra 20% off automatically applied at checkout. The…
Read MoreLa Palma In The Canary Islands & Portugal’s Figueira Da Foz Win Best European Filming Location Awards
La Palma in the Canary Islands and Figueira Da Foz in Portugal have been named the best filming locations in Europe. The European Film Commissions Network runs the Location Awards and the winners of its ninth edition were announced at an event during the European Film Market at the Berlin Film Festival. The Canary Islands,…
Read MoreBianca Belair undergoing surgery after year-long injury nightmare
Bianca Belair is still dealing with the severe fallout from “WrestleMania 41,” nearly a year after the event took place. The former Women’s World Champion shared a crucial update on her health status via social media, revealing that she would be undergoing surgery on Monday to finally address the lingering issue. “Finger surgery tomorrow,” she…
Read MoreFrance TV Distribution Boards Drama Series ‘The Ones Left Behind’ Starring Isabelle Carré
EXCLUSIVE: The Ones Left Behind starring Isabelle Carré (Les Rêveurs) will be a big French-language drama launch at the London TV Screenings next week. France TV Distribution has snagged the rights and will be pre-selling the crime drama internationally. Inspired by a true story, the six-parter follows Tania (Danae Dario), a woman struggling with postpartum depression…
Read More‘Tehran’ Producer Dana Eden Dies Unexpectedly During Filming Aged 52
Dana Eden, an Israeli producer who was working on Apple TV’s Tehran, has died suddenly during filming in Greece. No cause of death has been confirmed as of yet but the Israeli public broadcaster Kan said in a statement quoted in Israeli media: “We mourn the passing of our colleague and partner in a long…
Read MoreMichael Sheen, Anna Lundberg & Matt Lucas Attached To Kids Animated Series ‘Ivy Newt’
EXCLUSIVE: Michael Sheen (Good Omens), Anna Lundberg (Staged) and Matt Lucas (Wonka) are attached to star in kids animated TV series Ivy Newt for new UK outfit The Caretakers Company. Written by prolific Irish children’s author Derek Keilty and illustrated by Magda Boll, the fantasy series follows the adventures of intrepid young witch, Ivy Newt,…
Read MoreLibrary opens 1925 time capsule—no one prepared for what’s inside
A Los Angeles library opened a time capsule from a century ago, but when they got to it, there was a big surprise. The unveiling took place on January 29, 2026, as part of the Los Angeles Central Library’s 100th anniversary celebrations. During a kickoff event marking the centennial of the iconic building, library officials…
Read MoreJapan’s Premium Streaming Sector Revenue Hit $7.2B In 2025, With Netflix Leading The Way – Media Partners Asia
Japan‘s premium streaming sector grew 15% in 2025 to hit revenues of $7.2B, according to Media Partners Asia (MPA). A combination of an expansion of ad-supported tiers, more local content, and live events and sports increased the money-making opportunities, per the Japan Online Video Consumer Insights & Analytics report released today by MPA and its…
Read MoreTom Burke & Eve Hewson To Lead Lenny Abrahamson’s Next Feature
Tom Burke and Eve Hewson have signed on to lead Lenny Abrahamson’s next project, a currently untitled film, set to start shooting in Dublin on March 2 for Element Pictures. The film’s synopsis reads: Set within Dublin’s Jewish community in the late 1970s, the film is a lyrical and emotionally resonant portrait of Davey (newcomer…
Read MoreWhy We Celebrate Presidents Day and Other Trivia
Presidents Day, also known as Washington‘s Birthday in honor of the country’s first president, is a federal holiday. It is observed on the third Monday of every February and this year takes place on February 16. “Many government offices close on federal holidays and some private businesses may close as well. If the holiday falls…
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