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The Oscar international deadline closes today and nobody can agree how many countries entered
Submissions for the international feature Oscar close today. Depending on which tracker you open, either 68 or about 87 countries have entered, and four of the biggest film-producing nations in the world are not among them.
September 30, 2026 4:12 pm
Martin McDonagh Has Never Won a Golden Lion, and One Live Report Still Says He Just Did
A report published five days ago says Wild Horse Nine won the Golden Lion at Venice. It did not. Martin McDonagh has never won a Golden Lion, and the article is still up with no correction.
September 21, 2026 8:02 am
Fatih Akin Opens San Sebastian With a Festival Record There of Exactly Nothing
San Sebastian opens with Fatih Akin's Ghost Song. He has a Golden Bear, a Cannes screenplay prize and a Venice jury prize — and, at 52, has never once competed for the Golden Shell with a feature.
September 19, 2026 3:49 am
Venice Gave One Film Two Prizes, and the Rulebook Says It Can
Woman Unknown took the Golden Lion and Best Actress at Venice. The 'first woman to win' line now circulating is wrong by six predecessors, and the double award was not a jury error.
September 15, 2026 1:38 am
Warner Bros. Lost a Fortune on The Bride! and Signed Its Director Again Three Months Later
Maggie Gyllenhaal is presiding over the Venice jury this week. Six months ago her second film, The Bride!, opened to $7 million and a C+ CinemaScore on a budget somewhere between $80 and $90 million. Warner Bros. absorbed it and then, three months later, bought her the next one.
September 14, 2026 1:30 am
Venice Picks Its Golden Lion Saturday, and the Frontrunner Story Falls Apart on Inspection
Venice awards the Golden Lion on Saturday. Martin McDonagh's Wild Horse Nine is being written up everywhere as the frontrunner, on the strength of a standing ovation nobody can source and an awards conversation about a different prize entirely — while two films in the same competition are rated higher.
September 12, 2026 1:20 am
Amanda Seyfried: Why Chasing Oscars Isn’t Her Priority
Amanda Seyfried opens up about her views on awards, career choices, and what really matters for lasting success in acting. Her candid take challenges the usual Hollywood narrative.
January 25, 2026 4:03 am
Oscars 2026: Sinners Breaks Records with Unprecedented Nominations
The 98th Academy Awards have upended expectations, with Sinners leading a diverse field and making history. See which films and stars are in the running for cinema’s top honours this year.
January 24, 2026 3:23 am
Wicked: For Good Misses Out on All 2026 Oscar Nods
After a strong showing last year, the Wicked sequel was completely overlooked at the 2026 Oscars—even in categories where it was tipped to shine. Find out which films and stars made the cut instead.
January 24, 2026 3:10 am
Oscars 2026: Sinners Smashes Nomination Record in Wild Year
The 98th Academy Awards nominations have landed, and the field is full of surprises. Sinners leads with a record haul, but the competition is fierce. See which films and stars are in the running.
January 24, 2026 2:18 am
Oscars 2026: Sinners Smashes Records with 16 Nods
The 2026 Oscars nominations are in, with Sinners making history and a brand new category shaking things up. See which films and stars are in the running for the big night.
January 24, 2026 1:29 am
Oscars 2026: Full List of Nominees Revealed
The 2026 Oscars shortlist is out, spotlighting standout films, actors, directors and more. See which names made the cut and who’s set for a big night at the awards.
January 24, 2026 12:48 am
War of the Worlds Leads 2026 Razzie Nominations in Embarrassing Sweep
The 2026 Golden Raspberry Awards shortlist is out, and War of the Worlds is front and centre with six nods, including Worst Picture, after copping a dismal critical response.
January 23, 2026 10:51 am
10 Golden Globe Wins That Oscars Unfairly Ignored
Some of the most memorable Golden Globe-winning performances never made it to the Oscars stage. Discover which acclaimed actors were celebrated at the Globes but overlooked by the Academy.
January 23, 2026 7:39 am
Tessa Thompson’s Unlikely Favourite: The Film Critics Hated
Tessa Thompson reveals her deep admiration for a cult classic that was once slammed by critics, sharing how it shaped her outlook and inspired her creative journey.
January 20, 2026 2:15 am
Scarlett Johansson’s Indie Roles That Outshone Her Blockbusters
Scarlett Johansson may be a box office powerhouse, but her indie film performances reveal a depth and versatility that go far beyond her blockbuster fame. Discover the roles that truly set her apart.
January 20, 2026 2:02 am
Reese Witherspoon Reveals the Classic Film That Shaped Her
Reese Witherspoon credits a 1961 classic for inspiring her approach to female-led stories, highlighting its powerful depiction of women and timeless melodrama.
January 19, 2026 5:03 am
Michelle Williams Set to Star in Damien Chazelle’s Prison Film
Michelle Williams is joining Damien Chazelle’s new prison drama, alongside Cillian Murphy and Daniel Craig. Filming is tipped to kick off in 2026.
January 16, 2026 1:44 am
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