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Robert Towne, Oscar-winning screenwriter of Chinatown, dies aged 89
Towne won the Academy Award for best original screenplay for “Chinatown,” which last month celebrated 50 years since being released.
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Bangladesh wins 'Best Activities Award' for screening 'Mujib: The Making of a Nation' in Malaysia
As part of a public diplomacy initiative, the Bangladesh High Commission in Kuala Lumpur organized the screening of the film "Mujib: The Making of a Nation" based on the life of the Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman on Friday (June 21, 2024) at Multimedia University
Murmur of musings | Ride of the Valkyries: Wagner’s thunderous musical tapestry
Premiering on 26 June 1870, the operatic piece stands as a paragon of Wagnerian drama, weaving together themes of love, betrayal, and destiny with an intricate musical tapestry
Trending #1 on YouTube: ‘Toofan’ reigns supreme with ‘Dushtu Kokil’
Premiered on 30 June, the song has already become a super hit among audiences and garnered over one million views on the official YouTube channel of Chorki, one of the co-producers of the film.
Sonakshi Sinha to tie the knot with Zaheer Iqbal today
Ahead of her wedding today, Sonakshi and her family conducted a pooja ceremony at Ramayana, her family house in Mumbai
Murmur of musings | Batman: A cinematic chiaroscuro
Premiering on 23 June 1989 Tim Burton's "Batman" is a dark, gothic masterpiece that explores the darker corners of the human psyche and presents a superhero story that is both entertaining and thought-provoking
Murmur of musings | Kiarostami’s kaleidoscope of colours
Often characterised by minimalist storytelling and an acute observation of life's subtleties, Abbas Kiarostami’s films invite viewers to ponder deeper questions about reality, perception, and the essence of humanity
Donald Sutherland, star of 'M*A*S*H' and 'The Hunger Games', dead at 88
The actor, whose lengthy career spanned from the 1960s into the 2020s, died on Thursday, his son, actor Kiefer Sutherland, said on social media.
You’re gonna need a bigger boat: Jaws dives into fifth decade
Released on 20 June 1975 Stephen Spielberg’s “Jaws” is a simple yet effective story of man versus nature with multifaceted themes exploring the primal fears of the unknown and the fragility of human life
Singer Justin Timberlake arrested
He was reportedly detained on charges of driving while intoxicated.
Cinematic odes to fatherhood
Over the years many films have been made on fatherhood. Here is a curated list of films that explore the complexities, joys, and sacrifices of fatherhood
The Godfather: A silhouette of fatherhood
16 June is being celebrated as Father’s Day this year; the legendary film series The Godfather, in its portrayal of the multifaceted roles a father plays - from providers to protectors, and mentors to moral compasses, offers numerous lessons in fatherhood
Art in fear: Six decades of ‘Psycho’
Released on 16 June 1960, Alfred Hitchcock's "Psycho" delves into the darkest recesses of the human psyche, where twisted secrets and forbidden desires lurk and the film guides viewers into the art of fear
Four decades of Indiana Jones
Clad in a worn-out leather jacket and fedora, brandishing a bullwhip, and possessing an uncanny knack for getting out of tight spots, Indiana Jones leapt onto the screen in "Raiders of the Lost Ark" on this day in 1981
Troy: A triumph of tragedy echoing across epochs
With its sweeping visuals and stirring performances, 2004's Troy attempts to distil the essence of Homeric poetry into a palatable cinematic experience, walking the fine line between myth and history
Life finds a way: Three decades of Jurassic Park
Three decades since its release, Jurassic Park is a film that invites multiple viewings as beyond the thrills and spills lie layers of social commentary, philosophical questions, and a timeless coming-of-age story
Fade to black: Curtains fall on ‘The Sopranos’ with a call to ponder
The finale of one of the greatest TV shows challenged audiences to engage more deeply with the narrative, to accept ambiguity, and to embrace the discomfort of an unresolved ending
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