• Sat, February 15, 2025

by: Variety

From 'The Substance' to 'Titane' Genre Films Grab Solid Ground at Top Festivals and at the Box Office

Genre hits like 'The Substance' and 'Titane' see success at top festivals and at the box office, opening doors for more.

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Karangu Muraya Celebrates His 2 Wives with Flowers, Sweet Message on Valentine's Day

Karangu Muraya is the latest celebrity to join the polygamy club. The popular philanthropist is madly in love with his two wives Triza and Carol Kim.

by: LBC

Laura Whitmore shares heartbreaking final messages from Caroline Flack five years on from star's death

Former Love Island host Laura Whitmore has shared the last text messages between her and Caroline Flack on the five-year anniversary of her death.

by: AOL

Justin Baldoni's Lawyer Reacts to Claim Director Was 'Fired' by WME Out of Blake Lively Loyalty

Justin Baldoni's lawyer, Bryan Freedman, has responded to Ari Emanuel's alleged reasons for dropping the actor-director as a client. "Mr. Ari Emanuel is notably one of the best agents, and clearly the most loyal,

by: Covers

Best Daytona 500 Props for 2025: Roll With Reddick to Be Toyota's Top Dog

Tyler Reddick looks poised for his best Daytona 500 finish yet, and he's listed at a healthy price just to be the top Toyota this weekend. He tops Christian Holmes' trio of NASCAR betting picks for "The Great American Race.

by: EVOKE

The chef, the singer, and the cheeky aubergine! The wild Eurosong row explained

Of course, that's thanks to the celebrity spat none of us knew we needed, between 1990s pop icon Samantha Mumba and one of Ireland's favourite foodies, chef

by: Indiatimes

Who is IshowSpeed's Girlfriend? Exploring the Personal Life of the WWE Royal Rumble 2025 Debutant

Discover the personal life of IshowSpeed, the WWE Royal Rumble 2025 debutant. Learn about his girlfriend Vanessa Anne Williams, her career, and their budding relationship amidst his wrestling journey.

by: MSN

Release of Akshay Kumar and Ananya Panday's 'Kesari Chapter 2' postponed to April

Akshay Kumar, Ananya Panday, and R. Madhavan star in 'Kesari Chapter 2', releasing April 18, 2025. Directed by Karan Singh Tyagi, it explores C. Sankaran Nair's legal battle after the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.

by: Newsweek

Fans React to Mac McClung Making NBA All-Star Slam Dunk Contest History

McClung, who as StatMuse scathingly notes has only had two in-game dunks in the league, was looking to make history with a third straight Slam Dunk Contest win. He has never been on a full 15-man standard roster for the duration of an NBA season, and has been angling to parlay his Dunk Contest heroics into a more stable role for a while now.

by: Forbes

Pamela Anderson's 'The Last Showgirl' Is New On Streaming This Week

The Last Showgirl"—the acclaimed drama starring Pamela Anderson—arrives on digital streaming this week. Find out when and where you can watch the film at home.

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Your smart TV's USB port is more useful than you think - 5 clever ways to use it

Most people overlook their TV's USB port, but it's a surprisingly versatile tool with more uses than you might think.

by: MSN

What was the SNL Sketch that Taylor Swift asked Lorne Michaels to Cut? Here's All About the Controversial Video

To the tune of 'Love Story', Taylor Swift 's narrative is marred by controversy and feuds. She has earned a reputation for 'Bad Blood' with celebrities like Ye, also known as, Kan

by: Forbes

When The Truth No Longer Matters: How Social Media's Engagement Obsession Is Killing Democracy

Sensationalism, controversy, and misinformation outperform factual reporting, eroding trust in journalism and deepening societal divisions. Three journalists weigh in.

by: MSN

Justin Bieber's instagram comment on Keke Palmer's post sparks marriage speculation

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by: MSN

Slap Day 2025: Bollywood's most controversial bittersweet breakups

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by: MSN

Lost Records: Bloom & Rage Creative Director Talks 1990s Nostalgia, Episodic Storytelling, and More

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by: MSN

Pokemon Fan Shows Off Incredible Paper Models

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by: MSN

Elon Musk called 'new Nick Cannon' as he 'welcomes' 13th child overtaking actor

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

Lorraine Theater in Hoopeston making its mark with first run movie

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

Laura Whitmore shares last message from Caroline Flack on anniversary of death

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by: MSN

Top 5 Richest WWE Couples in 2025: Triple H and Stephanie McMahon and More

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by: MSN

Trump's Cultural Power Grab: Why His Kennedy Center Takeover Matters

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

'The View' Host Says Kanye West's Mental Health Isn't An Excuse For Antisemitism

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

Caitlin Clark Sends One-Word Message to Tyrese Haliburton's Girlfriend

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by: MSN

Russell Brand Shuts Down Mental Health And Addiction Charity Following Sexual Assault Allegations

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

Masked Singer's Wolf has 'cover blown' by fans before ITV final as star breaks silence

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by: MSN

WWE SmackDown 2/14/2025: 3 Things We Hated And 3 Things We Loved

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by: MSN

Sheryl Crow says goodbye to her Tesla and donates to NPR: 'You have to decide who you are willing to align with'

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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Resurfaced Blake Lively clip shows how much 'power and control' she has on set

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Booker T Talks WWE LFG And What He Hates In Wrestling

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Amid relationship rumours with Jennifer Anniston, Barack Obama wishes Valentine's Day to Michelle Obama: '32 years together and...'

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by: MSN

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From 'The Substance' to 'Titane' Genre Films Grab Solid Ground at Top Festivals and at the Box Office

Genre hits like 'The Substance' and 'Titane' see success at top festivals and at the box office, opening doors for more.
The article from Variety discusses the growing trend of genre films, particularly those with horror and body horror elements, gaining critical acclaim and commercial success. It highlights "The Substance," a film by Coralie Fargeat, which has been generating buzz for its graphic and grotesque content, following in the footsteps of Julia Ducournau's "Titane," which won the Palme d'Or at Cannes in 2021. These films are part of a broader movement where genre cinema is being recognized for its artistic merit, pushing boundaries with themes of body transformation, identity, and societal critique. The article notes that such films are not only challenging audiences but also reshaping perceptions of what constitutes high art in cinema, with distributors and festival programmers increasingly embracing these bold, visceral narratives.

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https://variety.com/2025/film/news/substance-titane-genre-films-1236307678/

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