Wed, March 26, 2025

by: Yahoo

The controversies plaguing Oscar-winning documentary 'No Other Land,' explained

As the reigning Oscar winner for Best Documentary Feature, No Other Land and its quartet of filmmakers — Yuval Abraham, Hamdan Ballal,Basel Adra, and Rachel Szor — should be taking a victory lap. In other years with other documentaries,

by: ZAPZEE

Will Park Sung Hoon Make a Comeback in New Rom-Com Starring Han Ji Min?

After a rocky few months, will Park Sung Hoon be making his comeback in the upcoming drama Efficient Dating of Single Men and Women (literal title)? Open the Youtube video On the 26th, Park's agency BH Entertainment confirmed that while he is indeed considering the role,

by: Variety

Social Media Influencers Kyle Thomas, Jacob Sartorius, Benji Krol Star in 'A Day for Losers' From 'Numbered Lives' Director J.G. Clarke (EXCLUSIVE)

Jacob Sartorius (The Loneliest Boy in the World) and Benji Krol are set to star in "A Day for Losers," a high school comedy written and directed by Australian filmmaker J.G. Clarke ("Numbered Lives").
Thu, March 27, 2025

by: Billboard

Children of Dean and Gene Ween Announce Live Performance: 'We Are Not Ween'

The respective children of Dean Ween (aka Mickey Melchiondo) and Gene Ween (aka Aaron Freeman) are set to perform together this weekend, but make no mistake, the duo are adamant they "are not Ween." The performance was announced on social media on Tuesday (March 26) by Michael Melchiondo,

by: MyArkLaMiss

Midday Ark-La-Miss News Update: March 26, 2025

Here's your Midday Ark-La-Miss Update for Thursday, March 26, 2025. Watch NBC's new midday newscast "NBC News Daily" on weekdays from 1 PM to 2 PM central time for national and world news, as well as your full local forecast and top stories across the Ark-La-Miss.

by: cnbctv18

L2 Empuraan review: Fans call Mohanlal's magnum opus 'engaging' and 'visually stunning'; Bengaluru college declares holiday

First Review #L2Empuraan : One of the Best Political Thriller ever made in South India. #Mohanlal & #PrithvirakSukumaran ( As Actor & Director) Stole the Show all the way. Engaging Screenplay with Climax is the USP of film. Best Eid Gift for South Indian Fans !

by: Sportskeeda

Nick Aldis to step down from WWE role and get replaced by former SmackDown General Manager? Exploring potential return

Nick Aldis is the current General Manager of WWE SmackDown. The National Treasure has been working as a strong authority figure since his arrival in the Stamford-based promotion.

by: Reuters

Thai cabinet approves draft law for casinos, with limits for local gamblers

Thailand's cabinet on Thursday approved a draft law for casinos and entertainment complexes, as the government looks to attract more tourists and build a major gaming industry.

by: Yen

2Face's Ex-wife Annie Macaulay Makes Return To Social Media After Long Hiatus: "New Beginnings"

Annie Macaulay has returned to social media after her divorce from Nigerian singer 2Face Idibia, deleting all her Instagram posts for a fresh start.

by: Glamsham

Salman Khan's shocking confession! Why he'll never work with Ananya Panday and Janhvi Kapoor

As Salman Khan gears up for the release of his much-awaited film Sikandar, much of the buzz surrounding the movie has focused on the 30-year age gap between him and his co-star, Rashmika Mandanna. The 59-year-old actor will be seen romancing the 28-year-old actress,

by: GhanaWeb

How Ghanaian comedians are leveraging social media to push their craft

The emergence of social media has given comedy in Ghana a new direction over the past few years. The days when comedians had to solely rely on traditional media and live performances for their jokes to be heard are long gone.

by: TooFab

Malcolm In the Middle Revival Cast Revealed: See Who's Back and Who Was Recast!

The full cast for the Disney+ revival has been confirmed, with one character getting recast, while more info about the youngest children -- one of whom is non-binary -- is revealed.

by: Newspoint

"Her daughter too..." Salman's jibe on Kangana who raised a hue and cry on nepotism! Jokingly ended thea debate..

Salman Khan is busy promoting Sikandar these days. The film will be released in theatres on 30 March 2025. Before this, Salman Khan answered all the questions of the press at an event. Where he reacted on security,

by: Moneycontrol

Ram Kapoor's wife Gautami mimics Ekta Kapoor, says 'Live and Let Live' amid husband's ongoing clash with the noted producer

The ongoing clash between Ekta Kapoor and Ram Kapoor has escalated, with Ram's wife, Gautami Kapoor, now involved. Gautami sparked a social media frenzy by posting a video mimicking Ekta Kapoor, responding to a previous video by Ekta that many perceived as a subtle jab at Ram.

by: Firstpost

'Bandish Bandits' fame Shreya Chaudhry Takes a Trip Down Memory Lane on World Theatre Day

Her recent projects, Bandish Bandits 2 and The Mehta Boys, have garnered praises for her nuanced performances in both roles

by: Mint

From Taylor Swift and Rihanna to Kim Kardashian: Meet billionaire celebrities on Hurun Global Rich List 2025

Hurun Global Rich List 2025 was out on Thursday. It includes four singer, six sportsmen and only one influencer this year.

by: WVLT

Braves games and shows coming to your TV

MyVLT and the Tennessee Valley Sports Entertainment Network are bringing the Braves to East Tennessee! This season, look for a selection of spring training games, regular season matchups and exclusive Braves shows,

by: WYTV

Ribs-N-Rock Festival 2025 entertainment lineup

Ribs and rock lovers will unite again this summer for the annual Ribs-N-Rock Festival. This year's festival returns to the DeBartolo Commons at the Southern Park Mall from June 19-21. The dates mark a change from the usual four-day event,

by: Polygon

Every Hunger Games book gets blunter about the messages fans keep missing

Suzanne Collins originally wrote the Hunger Games books because she wanted to explore just war theory. "Just war theory has evolved over thousands of years in an attempt to define what circumstances give you the moral right to wage war and what is acceptable behavior within that war and its aftermath,

by: Oneindia

L2: Empuraan Full HD Leaked Online! Available for Free Download on Tamilrockers, Movierulz And Telegram

L2 Empuraan, starring Mohanlal, Prithviraj Sukumaran, and Tovino Thomas, has been leaked online. The full movie is available for download on sites like Tamilrockers, Filmyzilla, and Telegram in HD, 1080p,

by: UPI

BBC's 'Backlash' to examine aftermath of George Floyd's murder

The Murder of George Floyd," which will explore the murder of Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer in 2020 and the protests that followed.

by: pinkvilla

Did Sulli's brother label Kim Soo Hyun a 'sadist'? Fifth cryptic post fuels speculation...

Mysterious social media posts by Sulli's brother have sparked intense speculation, drawing attention to Kim Soo Hyun and resurfacing past controversies that refuse to fade. Read more!

by: People

Selena Gomez Reacts to Idea of Martin Short and Steve Martin Officiating Nuptials, Reveals Her Wedding-Day Demand

A day after Gomez revealed her engagement to Blanco in December 2024, Martin congratulated the pair on social media

by: Polygon

Every reveal from Marvel Studios' five-hour livestream of the Avengers: Doomsday cast

Men are joining the Avengers in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, apparently, though it remains to be seen exactly how. Marvel Studios went live at 11 a.m. EDT on Wednesday with a livestream on Instagram and YouTube that was eventually revealed as a casting announcement for 2026's Avengers: Doomsday,

by: TechRadar

Nintendo Direct live build-up: no Switch 2, but these are our predictions for what we could see

Nintendo announced a dedicated Nintendo Switch 2 Nintendo Direct back when it first revealed the console. This is set to occur on April 2, so it makes sense to keep details about

by: WVLT

Play Ball! Cincinnati Reds games to air on WBXX/CW Knoxville stating Thursday

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Gray Media and the Tennessee Valley Sports Entertainment Network are bringing the Reds to East Tennessee! This season, a selection of Cincinnati Reds regular season matchups will air on WBXX, also known as The CW Knoxville. The first game slated to air is on Thursday, March 27 against the San Francisco Giants at 4:10 p.m.

by: Moneycontrol

Netflix, WWE bank on India's love for drama to fuel growth

Through WWE content, Netflix is looking to expand its base in India, a market that is becoming increasingly important for its growth

by: Mint

Digital media dethrones TV from its 25-year reign in India

In 2024, digital media for the first time surpassed television as the largest segment in India's media and entertainment industry.

by: Moneycontrol

Falling subscriptions, slowdown in animation, VFX taper entertainment sector's growth in 2024

In 2024, digital media overtook television to become the largest segment within the media and entertainment sector.

by: WVLT

Cincinnati Reds games to air on WBXX/CW Knoxville

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Gray Media and the Tennessee Valley Sports Entertainment Network are bringing the Reds to East Tennessee! This season, a selection of Cincinnati Reds regular season matchups will air on WBXX, also known as The CW Knoxville. The first game slated to air is on Thursday, March 27 against the San Francisco Giants at 3 p.m.

by: Polygon

Daredevil: Born Again has my favorite supervillain battle: The Kingpin vs. the 0.1%

Born Again episodes this week, the first one, "With Interest," stands out as a great one-and-done superhero adventure that displays the pros of an interconnected setting and none of the cons. But episode 6,

by: pinkvilla

RuriDragon Chapter 32: Ruri Controls Her Daemonfire; Recap, Release Date, Where To Read...

RuriDragon Chapter 32 will see more about Ruri's Daemonfire trait revealed, so don't miss it. Get the release date, recap, and more here.

by: People

Jeff Dunham's 5 Children: All About Bree, Ashlyn, Kenna, Jack and James (and How the Ventriloquist Has Made Them Part of His Work!)

Jeff Dunham keeps busy with his large family, which includes his five children: Bree, Ashlyn, Kenna, Jack and James.

by: Yahoo

Jessica Biel and Elizabeth Banks Have a Deliciously Twisted Relationship in The Better Sister

For most of summer 2024, Jessica Biel and Elizabeth Banks were photographed around New York City as they filmed their new Prime Video series, The Better Sister. Given the actors' high profiles —as well as major interest in Biel's then-new bob —the series based on the novel by best-selling author Alafair Burke has been on our radar for nearly a year.

by: Variety

Alyssa Milano to Join Kumail Nanjiani, Molly Shannon and Sam Nivola in Bobby Farrelly Comedy 'Driver's Ed'

Alyssa Milano is set to join the ensemble cast of the comedy "Driver's Ed," which is being directed by Bobby Farrelly, best known for "There's Something About Mary," "Dumb and Dumber" and "Champions." The film,

by: Yahoo

BAFTA Boss Celebrates British TV Industry In "Rude Health" But Says "Choppy Waters" Could Arise Amid Drama Funding Crisis

BAFTA boss Jane Millichip has celebrated a British TV industry in "rude health" but said "choppy waters" could arise "if we lose control of our value chain." Speaking to Deadline as the likes of Baby Reindeer,

by: People

How Social Media Star Mikayla Nogueira Turned 'an Itch to Do Something Bigger' into a Skin Prep Line (Exclusive)

TikTok star Mikayla Nogueira has partnered with beauty entrepreneur Ani Hadjinian to launch Point of View Beauty, a five-product skin prep line.

by: pinkvilla

Jessica Simpson and Jeremy Renner Reignite Romance Rumors 15 Years Later with Flirty Social Media Exchange; READ

Jessica Simpson and Jeremy Renner, who were linked over 15 years ago, have sparked dating rumors again. Their recent flirty exchanges on social media have caught the attention of fans. The pair, who were briefly connected in 2010,

by: pinkvilla

Did Sulli's brother label Kim Soo Hyun a 'sadist'? Fifth cryptic post fuels speculation amid Kim Sae Ron dating row

Mysterious social media posts by Sulli's brother have sparked intense speculation, drawing attention to Kim Soo Hyun and resurfacing past controversies that refuse to fade. Read more!

by: Variety

YouTube's 2025 Upfront to Feature Lady Gaga, MrBeast, Brittany Broski and More

YouTube has set the date for its 2025 Brandcast event — during the TV industry's upfront week in New York City — and it's bringing pop star Lady Gaga and top creators like MrBeast and Brittany Broski out for the show.

by: Yahoo

Korea Takes Center Stage as First-Ever Country of Honor at 2025 Banff World Media Festival

In a move that underscores the global influence of Korean entertainment, the Banff World Media Festival (BANFF) has named Korea as its inaugural Country of Honor for the 2025 edition. The recognition comes as Korean content continues its rise in the international entertainment landscape,

by: Yahoo

Oneonta high school drama club to present 'Chicago'

The Oneonta High School Drama Club has announced its upcoming production of the teen edition of "Chicago", the Tony Award-winning musical, to be performed at the school's auditorium March 28, 29 and 30.

by: Variety

M6 CEO David Larramendy Addresses Possible Sale, New Cyril Hanouna Show and Future Streaming Plans in Series Mania Talk

In a wide-ranging keynote address at Series Mania in Lille, M6 CEO David Larramendy laid out his ambitious vision for the future of one of France's leading broadcasters. Reflecting on a transformative year and anticipating further changes,

by: pinkvilla

Did Sydney Sweeney Call Off Her Wedding With Jonathan Davino Amid Breakup Rumors? Here'...

Sydney Sweeney called off her wedding with Jonathan Davino days after the rumors of the duo breaking up. The reports claim that the big step by the actress comes amid a major issue.

by: Variety

Digital Surges Ahead as India's Media and Entertainment Sector Hits $29 Billion, Annual FICCI-EY Report Reveals

Titled 'Shape the Future: Indian Media and Entertainment is Scripting a New Story,' the report reveals that digital media overtook television for the first time, becoming the industry's largest segment and accounting for 32% of total revenue, ending a two-decade reign by TV.

by: Yahoo

Incest storyline propels 'The White Lotus' brothers in Emmy odds

What a difference a week makes. As of March 19, neither Patrick Schwarzenegger nor Sam Nivola was predicted to land an Emmy nomination for the third season of The White Lotus., according to the official Gold Derby odds.

by: Yahoo

Brion Whitley Regrets Threesome, Says Couple Has Been Receiving Death Threats

Brion Whitley -- who says he's "The Most Hated Man on Netflix" - tells TMZ he regrets the threesome he had on "Temptation Island" ... and, the negative backlash it's brought on him and his girlfriend.

by: Yahoo

'Anora' Gets a Criterion Collection Release: Here's Where to Pre-Order the Academy Award-Winning Film Online

After winning five Academy Awards this year, including best picture, best director for Sean Baker, best actress for Mikey Madison, and others, "Anora" gets a new physical media release from the Criterion Collection.

The controversies plaguing Oscar-winning documentary 'No Other Land,' explained

As the reigning Oscar winner for Best Documentary Feature, No Other Land and its quartet of filmmakers — Yuval Abraham, Hamdan Ballal,Basel Adra, and Rachel Szor — should be taking a victory lap. In other years with other documentaries,

The article from Yahoo Entertainment discusses the controversies surrounding the Oscar-winning documentary "Navalny." The film, which won the Best Documentary Feature at the 95th Academy Awards, focuses on the poisoning and subsequent investigation into the attempted assassination of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny. Key controversies include allegations of bias and Western propaganda, as the documentary is seen by some as overly sympathetic to Navalny, who is a vocal critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Critics argue that the film simplifies complex geopolitical issues and omits Navalny's past associations with nationalist groups. Additionally, there's contention over the portrayal of Russia, with some viewers and critics feeling that it unfairly demonizes the country. The filmmakers, however, maintain that their intent was to highlight Navalny's fight against corruption and authoritarianism, providing a platform for his story amidst international scrutiny.

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https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/controversies-plaguing-oscar-winning-documentary-202050736.html


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