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Actress Catherine O'Hara died at the age of 71 at the end of January. The cause of death was a pulmonary embolism caused by colorectal cancer.
The film "Marty Supreme" starring Timothée Chalamet has become the highest-grossing film in A24 studio's history, earning over $148 million worldwide. The picture surpassed the previous leader "Everything Everywhere All at Once" and has nine Oscar nominations.
Steven Spielberg's new alien film, starring Emily Blunt and Josh O'Connor, will be released on June 12. The film will tell the story of humanity's first contact with aliens and its consequences.
Lucasfilm unveiled a new teaser for the film "The Mandalorian & Grogu" during the Super Bowl. This is the first full-length feature film in the Star Wars universe since 2019.
Seven years after Karl Lagerfeld's death, an unknown plaintiff is challenging his will. Relatives who were not named as heirs could receive millions of euros.
Ukrainian director Mstyslav Chernov won an award from the Directors Guild of America for the documentary film "2000 Meters to Andriivka. " This is his second victory from this Guild; he received the first in 2023.
Halle Berry, who turns 59 this year, announced her engagement to her partner, musician Van Hunt. The couple has been together for almost six years, and the actress showed off her engagement ring.
US President Donald Trump stated that he would not interfere in the dispute between Netflix and Paramount Skydance over Warner Bros. Discovery, although he had previously promised to participate in reviewing the deal. The US Department of Justice is considering proposals from both companies.
Apple TV has announced the global release date for McG's film "Way of the Warrior Kid" as November 20. The project is based on the novel by Jocko Willink.
Hollywood actor Channing Tatum underwent surgery due to a dislocated acromioclavicular joint. He posted photos and X-rays, assuring fans of his determination to recover.
The case of Adnan Kivan's death became a turning point for the Odrex clinic. After it gained wide resonance, more and more people dared to speak about their own negative experiences of treatment in the scandalous clinic. In response, Odrex's lawyers seem to have chosen a tactic of shifting the case from the legal to the public sphere. Experts emphasize: in such conditions, the line between the right to defense and the risks to the principles of the rule of law is extremely thin.
A 16-year-old girl from the Andrushivka community in Zhytomyr region filmed and published a video showing her shooting a dog with an air rifle. The police have launched a pre-trial investigation into animal cruelty.
The eleventh film in the "Fast & Furious" franchise, titled "Fast & Furious Forever," will be released on March 17, 2028. It will feature the return of Brian O'Conner's character, played by Paul Walker with the help of AI.
The documentary "Melania: 20 Days to History" grossed over $7 million in its opening weekend. The film received 99% positive reviews from viewers, but only 10% from critics.
The band The Cure received two Grammy Awards for their album Songs Of A Lost World. These are their first wins after two previous nominations.
20th Century Studios presented the trailer for the sequel to "The Devil Wears Prada", which will be released on May 1. Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci return to their roles.
At the address of the scandalous Odesa clinic Odrex on Rozkydailivska Street, 69/71, 27 legal entities are registered: medical companies, as well as an insurance company, an investment fund, a taxi and courier delivery service, a security agency, and businesses in IT and agricultural trade. Such a concentration of diverse companies at one address can create conditions for building a complex system of financial flow redistribution.
US President Donald Trump announced the closure of the Kennedy Center in Washington for a two-year renovation, which will begin on July 4. This decision was made after the institution was renamed the Kennedy-Trump Center, which led to the cancellation of artists' performances.
Mehdi Mahmudyan, co-writer of the screenplay for the film "It Was Just an Unfortunate Accident," has been arrested in Tehran. The arrest occurred after he signed a statement condemning the leader of the Islamic Republic.
German comedian Maxi Schafroth raised the US flag on a flagpole in Greenland for a satirical show, which caused outrage among local authorities. The film crew was fined, and an investigation has been launched.
Actor Gene Hackman's Santa Fe estate is for sale for $6. 25 million. This comes almost a year after he and his wife were found dead in the home.
Actor Macaulay Culkin posted an emotional message after the news of the death of actress Catherine O'Hara, who played his mother in the movie "Home Alone. "
Emmy Award winner Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in "Home Alone" and "Schitt's Creek," has died at 71. She passed away at her home in Los Angeles after a brief illness.
American actress Sharon Stone spoke about contact with spirits while painting, which inspires her to create paintings. She also confirmed her participation in the third season of the series "Euphoria", where her character will have funny moments.
In February 2026, five new films of various genres will be released in Ukrainian cinemas. Among them are the drama "Wuthering Heights", the thriller "Road to Crime", and a documentary about Elvis Presley.
Vladyslav Voloshyn, spokesman for the Southern Defense Forces, denied the capture of Ternuvate, Richne, and Zlahoda by Russian occupiers. He reported that Ternuvate had been cleared of a sabotage group, and Richne and Zlahoda remain under Ukrainian control.
American actor Rob Schneider is officially divorcing Patricia Azarcoya Schneider after nearly 15 years of marriage. The court ordered the couple to attend a parenting course, and on January 21, 2026, a confidential court order was issued regarding the terms of the divorce.
Trump, along with his wife and members of the US administration, attended the premiere of the film "Melania. " This event sparked heated debate in American society.
25 films, including "Inception," "Clueless," and "Before Sunrise," have been added to the US National Film Registry. These films are recognized as culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant.
Lionsgate has announced a sequel to "Dirty Dancing. " Jennifer Grey will reprise her role as Frances "Baby," with filming set to begin in 2026.