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After ‘Just for Laughs’ bankruptcy, we should ask Canadian comedians what they need to succeed

It’s still not clear how Juste Pour Rire / Just for Laughs (JPR/JFL) went from one of the biggest comedy festivals in the world to bankruptcy. On April 12, La Presse reported the festival lost $800,000 in an email phishing scheme in 2023. This is just the latest detail emerging after Groupe Juste pour rire […]

Black Rider: Naked truth (Episode 118)

Malalaman na ni Sasha ang katotohanan tungkol sa namamagitan kina Senator William at Rebecca. Samantala, plano ni Hugo at ng mga natitirang miyembro ng Golden Scorpion na itakas si Egardo mula sa kulungan. Sumama sa biyahe ng full action series na 'Black Rider,' Lunes hanggang Biyernes, 8:00 p.m. sa GMA Prime. May simulcast ito sa digital channel na Pinoy Hits at may delayed telecast naman sa GTV, 9:40 p.m. Maaari rin itong mapanood via livestream online sa Kapuso Stream.

Pimlico Plumbers tycoon Charlie Mullins backs sick note crackdown

Mr Mullins (pictured left) told Good Morning Britain that there was a mystery 'Monday and Friday' illness that people were feigning in order to get signed off from work by their GP.

Taylor Swift teases new music video featuring Post Malone

Taylor Swift teases new music video featuring Post Malone - She wears Victorian-style clothing in the clip.

Netflix Adds Cesc Gay-Directed Drama '53 Domingos' to Spanish Film Slate

Netflix will produce and release 53 Domingos, the new film from Spanish director Cesc Gay, an adaptation of his own award-winning theater play. The dramedy follows three brothers who meet up to discuss what to do with their octogenarian father who has started behaving oddly. As they debate whether to put him in a nursing […]

BAFTA Sets Date for 2025 Film Awards - Global Bulletin

BAFTA CIRCLES CALENDAR The British Academy has confirmed the date of the 2025 BAFTA Film Awards, which will now be held on Sunday February. 16. As per recent scheduling arrangements, the awards - arguably the biggest film awards outside the U.S. - takes place two weeks before the Oscars on March 2, 2025. Regular film festival […]

Reita from Japanese rock band 'The Gazette' dies at age 42

KC Concepcion, Erik Santos make impromptu cover of ‘Beauty and the Beast’

KC Concepcion just did an impromptu song cover with Erik Santos, and fans are definitely impressed! On TikTok, chemist Pinky Tobiano uploaded the two stars’ version of the “Beauty and the Beast” theme song. “Super fun lunch as kc and erik had a mini concert over lunch,” Pinky wrote in the caption. Erik can be seen holding a phone in the video, which seems to have the lyrics of the song. “Haaay KC ang galing talaga,” a user commented. Another...

‘Stranger Things' Actor Elodie Grace Orkin, ‘The Strays' Star Samuel Small to Lead Short Drama ‘Screening Room' (EXCLUSIVE)

Elodie Grace Orkin (“Stranger Things") and Samuel Small (“The Strays”) are set to star in “Screening Room,” a short drama written and directed by Abdullah Khan (“Find the Light”). “Screening Room” explores the connection between two moviegoers. Set during a film festival in London, the short follows a young screenwriter, played by Small, who while […]

Jenni Toivoniemi's Daughter-Father Comedy ‘Butterflies' Acquired by Picture Tree Intl. (EXCLUSIVE)

Berlin-based Picture Tree Intl. has acquired the international sales rights, excluding the Nordic countries, for the Finnish daughter-father comedy “Butterflies” (Perhoset). “Butterflies” is directed by Jenni Toivoniemi, based on a screenplay by Anna Brotkin. Set against the backdrop of Finland’s vibrant Tango Festival, “Butterflies” follows the journey of Siiri, a world-weary 29-year-old woman, and her […]

‘My Fault' Star Gabriel Guevara Anchors Atresplayer's ‘Mar Afuera,' Venturing Into the Depths of Juvenile Struggle (EXCLUSIVE)

Gabriel Guevara, the breakout star of the huge hit film saga "My Fault" ("Culpa Mía") on Amazon Prime Video, is now set to lead Atresplayer’s new series, "Mar afuera." This project marks a significant collaboration between Atresmedia TV and Beta Fiction Spain, taking on the adaptation of the smash Italian series "Mare Fuori," ("The Sea […]

Michelle Dee's potential dates on 'EXpecially For You' just met up

Martin Javier and Kevin Ty, the other potential dates of Michelle Dee on “It’s Showtime’s” EXpecially For You segment, have met up! The two handsome men posed for a photo together at an event. “Ang mga hindi pinili,” Martin said in his Facebook post with a laughing emoji. Kevin also posted an Instagram Reel of them talking and eating together. It had the caption, “Kamusta kaya yung date ng friends natin?” Michelle Dee appeared on “EXpecially For...

‘Spirit of Ecstasy,' Sundance Winner ‘Mutt' to Bookend India's Kashish LGBTQ+ Film Festival (EXCLUSIVE)

Héléna Klotz’s “Spirit of Ecstasy” will open the 2024 Kashish LGBTQ+ film festival in Mumbai, while Vuk Lungulov-Klotz’s “Mutt” will close it. “Spirit of Ecstasy,” which debuted at the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival, follows a gender-questioning stock-market trader who is determined to make it in the world of finance; not for the glory orwealth, but because […]

Jenna Fischer Filmed ‘Mean Girls' With a Broken Shoulder: "The Wildest Experience"

Jenna Fischer put her acting skills to the test on the set of 2024’s Mean Girls. The actress revealed this week she filmed the movie with a broken shoulder. "I shot for one day on Mean Girls, and then I didn’t have to shoot for a month," Fischer told People. "And in that month I went […]

Graham Linehan launches social media campaign to get his stalled Father Ted musical on stage

Graham Linehan launches social media campaign to get his stalled Father Ted musical on stage - The writer claims he turned down an offer of £200,000 to take his name off the planned stage version of the hit TV show

Taylor Swift praised for ‘cathartic confession’ in ‘most personal’ album to date

Taylor Swift praised for ‘cathartic confession’ in ‘most personal’ album to date - The US singer-songwriter released her 11th studio album to critical acclaim on Friday

Look what you made her do: Taylor Swift is an American icon, regardless of what you think

Taylor Swift has been criticized for her politics, her love life and her success. She's still human, though, because everyone wants to be loved.

‘Rebel Moon - Part Two: The Scargiver' Review: An Even More Rote Story, but a Bigger and Better Battle

He's a master of disaster, of putting the metal on screen, of dreaming a dream and watching it detonate. This time, though, even the fanboys will have to convince themselves that they care.

Michelle Dee has this to say about her date with Oliver Moeller

Michelle Dee has a cheeky little response about what went on during her date with Cebu-based lawyer, Oliver Moeller. The reigning Miss Universe Philippines queen was the guest host on “It’s Showtime” on Thursday, and said that it was “nakakakilig” to be back. After greeting the Madlang People, host Jhong Hilario asked how the date went with Oliver. “Ay. Secret,” Michelle said with a mysterious smile and laugh. Michelle added that she enjoyed the...

Kim Seon Ho sings new song "Miracle" | PEP Jams

Kim Seon Ho performing his new song "Miracle" for his Filipino fans during his "Color+Full Asia Tour" Iin Manila. The event is made possible by MakeItLive and UFC Mixes #UFCxKSH #PEPNews #NewsPH #entertainmentnewsph Video: Nikko Tuazon Subscribe to our YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@pep_tv Know the latest in showbiz at http://www.pep.ph Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pepalerts/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PEPalerts Twitter: https://twitter.com/pepalerts Visit our DailyMotion channel! https://www.dailymotion.com/PEPalerts Join us on Viber: https://bit.ly/PEPonViber Watch us on Kumu: pep.ph

This Stanley Kubrick classic from 1968 predicted the future

Over half a century ago, Stanley Kubrick and Arthur C. Clarke created the cult sci-fi film '2001: A Space Odyssey.' This masterpiece, directed by Kubrick, anticipated numerous technological inventions that have since been developed. Curious? Check out the gallery and discover some fascinating ghosts of the future they captured on set in 1968.

Zack Snyder calls PG-13 rated Rebel Moon movies 'a joke'

Zack Snyder will not be "playing it safe" with the R-rated versions of his Rebel Moon films. During Thursday's episode of the Happy Sad Confused podcast, the Rebel Moon director opened up about the process of creating two different versions of the film for different content ratings. "PG-13 is a joke. As far as it's safe," Zack told host Josh Horowi...

‘Ghosts' Star Rebecca Wisocky Explains the Surprising Truth Behind Hetty's Death and What Happened to Flower

“Ghosts” hit another landmark on Thursday night, as this week’s episode of the hit CBS comedy revealed the truth behind Flower’s disappearance - while also, on a much more profound level, explored the truth behind Hetty’s death in 1895. In the episode, “Holes are Bad,” when Sam (Rose McIver) and Jay (Utkarsh Ambudkar) go away […]

Dame Helen Mirren set to lead cast of The Thursday Murder Club

Dame Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan and Ben Kingsley are being eyed to play three of the lead roles in the movie adaptation of Richard Osman's novel 'The Thursday Murder Club'.

Meryl Streep and Morgan Freeman to honour Nicole Kidman for AFI Life Achievement

Meryl Streep and Morgan Freeman to honour Nicole Kidman for AFI Life Achievement - It marks the first Australian actor to receive the accolade

Popoy and Basha’s love story gets the theater treatment in ‘One More Chance’ musical

There is immense pressure in trying to remake something as beloved as “One More Chance.” The 2007 Star Cinema film starring John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo has become a pop culture phenomenon with hundreds of thousands of fans knowing the ins and outs of the story, down to the last line. But as if the stakes weren’t already high enough with this attempt to translate “One More Chance” to the stage, the Philippine Educational Theater Association...

Stalker who sent Harry Styles 8,000 cards is jailed

Myra Carvalho had hand-delivered two of the letters to the pop star's address, a court hears.

Glastonbury announces dedicated South Asian space

Arrivals will celebrate South Asian talent in the Shangri-La area of the famous festival site.

Former ‘Dancing’ pro Cheryl Burke says being ‘breadwinner’ in marriage with Matthew Lawrence didn’t work

"Dancing with the Stars" alum Cheryl Burke said she was earning more than Matthew Lawrence during their marriage, and it hurt their relationship.

A definitive timeline of Taylor Swift's famous exes — and the songs she's written about them

A definitive timeline of Taylor Swift's famous exes — and the songs she's written about them - The Tortured Poets Department was heavily rumoured to be about Joe Alwyn, only to seem heavily influenced by The 1975’s Matt Healy. But don’t worry, he’s in good company — depending on how you look at it

Ron Perlman-Starring Revenge Thriller ‘The Gentleman' Picked Up by Film Factory (EXCLUSIVE)

Film Factory has picked up rights to Luis Gabriel Beristáin’s revenge action thriller “The Gentleman,” a Spain-Mexico co-production starring an international cast led by Golden Globe-winner Ron Pearlman. Produced by Spanish company Esto También Pasará (“Ferocious Wolf,” “The Boogeyman: The Origin of the Myth”) and Mexican outfit SDB Films (“The Deal”), shooting on “The Gentleman” is […]

Pulp Fiction cast honour Bruce Willis as they reunite to mark film's 30th anniversary in LA

Pulp Fiction cast honour Bruce Willis as they reunite to mark film's 30th anniversary in LA - John Travolta, Samuel L Jackson and Uma Thurman appeared at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles for the screening of the film

Homeless charity patron role for Robert Plant

The Led Zeppelin singer is paying for two homeless people from the Black Country to retrain,

6 reasons why you shouldn't miss the film Under Parallel Skies

Janella Salvador and Win Metawin have undeniable on-screen chemistry.

Apple showcases 5 short films selected for '2024 MAMI Select-Filmed on iPhone'

The 5 selected filmmakers include Saurav Rai, Archana Atul Phadke, Faraz Ali, Saumyananda Sahi and Prateek Vats

Coachella 2024: Lineup, daily schedule, times, how to watch second weekend live

The second weekend of the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival begins on Friday, April 19. Here's how you can livestream it.

Lilet Matias, Attorney-At-Law: Nagseselos si Lilet (Teaser Ep. 33)

Nagseselos yata si Atty. Lilet (Jo Berry) ngayong nagkakamabutihan na sina Boni (Jason Abalos) at Aera (Analyn Barro). Panoorin ang 'Lilet Matias, Attorney-At-Law,' ang unang legal serye sa Pilipinas, Lunes hanggang Biyernes, 3:20 p.m. sa GMA Afternoon Prime at Pinoy Hits. Mapapanood rin ito online via Kapuso Stream.

Hollywood Legend Phil Tippett, RKSS' Anouk Whissell Bring Brand New Projects to Powerful, Rangy Cannes Frontières Selection (EXCLUSIVE)

"Sentinel," by Hollywood legend Phil Tippett, and "Sister Inconnue," the first solo directorial outing of RKSS' Anouk Whissell, cold well be two highlights at a 2024 Cannes Frontières Platform that looks set to underscore the robust range of genre as it is embraced by Hollywood, big independents, horror devotees and auteurs alike. Creator of creatures […]

Taylor Swift details Matty Healy and Joe Alwyn heartbreak in The Tortured Poets Department album

Taylor Swift details Matty Healy and Joe Alwyn heartbreak in The Tortured Poets Department album - The US pop superstar also appears to hint at her romance with Travis Kelce on her 11th studio album

Kim Chiu is the cutest fifth wheel in reunion photos with Angelica Panganiban, Bela Padilla

The AngBeKi girls are reunited once again! On Instagram Stories, Kim Chiu shared snaps from her reunion with Angelica Panganiban and Bela Padilla on the beach. “Buo na kami ulit,” the “It’s Showtime” host said in one video. In another slide, Kim posed for a photo with Angelica, Bela, and their partners, Gregg Homan and Norman Bay. “Talaga ba?!” Kim wrote on the photo with a laughing emoji. Kim and Bela were present when Angelica and Gregg tied...

Brixton Academy reopening tonight for first time since fatal crush

Brixton Academy reopening tonight for first time since fatal crush - Venue reopens 16 months after two people were killed in a crowd crush

Steve Davis exclusive interview: A DJ set on stage, the nerves are a match for playing at the Crucible

Steve Davis exclusive interview: A DJ set on stage, the nerves are a match for playing at the Crucible - The snooker great was swapped the green baize of the snooker hall to red haze of a trance lazer show

Who is Charlie Puth? Taylor Swift name-checks singer on new album

Who is Charlie Puth? Taylor Swift name-checks singer on new album - On her new album, Swift sings “We declared Charlie Puth should be a bigger artist”

Celia Rodriguez says many directors dislike her, recalls telling one ‘I hope to God I will never work with you again’

Celia Rodriguez knows many directors don't like her. On Friday’s “Fast Talk with Boy Abunda,” the veteran actress shared a conversation she had with one, where she straightforwardly expressed her desire to never work with them again. “I have been directed by a person na—almost all directors that I worked with, [sasabihin] ‘Susunod direk ha?’ ‘Susunod manay ha?’ But I had a director in Seiko Films, I will not share the name, ‘pag alis namin from...

Martin Scorsese 'revisiting plans' for Frank Sinatra biopic with Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence

Martin Scorsese 'revisiting plans' for Frank Sinatra biopic with Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence - Film fans accuse the acclaimed director of having an ‘obsession’ with DiCaprio, having worked together six times before

Taylor Swift sings about Travis Kelce romance in 'So High School' on 'Anthology'

Taylor Swift surprised fans by dropping a second album titled "Anthology" with 15 tracks. There is one that very much seems to be about Travis Kelce.

Joey Reyes and His Dreams For Philippine Movies

We spoke with Chairman Joey to ask about his plans and what he's excited about.

Ticket Prices for SIX, the Musical in Manila

Catch this West End Musical in the PH this October.

Why is Taylor Swift singing about Dylan Thomas?

Taylor Swift's new album name drops Welsh poet Dylan Thomas alongside Patti Smith

Ryan Gosling Space Epic 'Project Hail Mary' Sets Spring 2026 Release at Amazon MGM

The Ryan Gosling-starring, Phil Lord and Christopher Miller-directed space adventure "Project Hail Mary" has set its liftoff for March 20, 2026, TheWrap has learned. The filmed-for-IMAX movie from Amazon MGM Studios is based on Andy Weir's 2021 novel by the same name. Gosling will star as Ryland Grace, a teacher-turned-astronaut who wakes up from a coma and finds himself alone on a space station -- with absolutely no memory of how (or why) he...