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Savina Petkova What if a new Messiah appeared today, but his supernatural power was to release people’s intimate videos unprompted? Such a beguiling premise shapes Armenian Vilnius-based director Marat Sargsyan’s sophomore feature, “The Grand Inquisitor.” In it, the omnipotent creature is an AI that looks like a human being and has a human name, Vermis. Soon, his crimes pile up, the authorities are helpless, and any investigation thwarted. The film will be presented next week at Thessaloniki Film Festival’s Agora Crossroads Co-production Forum.

Jirair Ratevosian, is Armenian and identifies as gay, is a candidate in the 2024 election for the House of Representatives in California’s 30th Congressional District, which has the largest population of Armenian Americans in the nation. Photo: Provided by Jirair Ratevosian campaign

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Vietnam-based sales agent Skyline Media has closed multi-territory deals for two of its current titles “The Soul Reaper” and “Vietnamese Horror Story.” The deals follow Skyline’s recent trip to Busan’s ACFM and come ahead of its participation as exhibitor at a string of further final quarter sales events – Tokyo’s TIFFCOM, Santa Monica’s American Film Market and Taipei’s Taiwan Creative Content Fest. Folk horror film “The Soul Reaper,” currently in the final stages of post-production, was licensed to GaragePlay for Taiwan and to Westec Media Limited (WML) for Laos, Cambodia and nine other Southeast Asian territories. The film, adapted from Thao Trang’s best-selling horror novel “Lunar New Year in Hell Village” (aka “Tet O Lang Dia Nguc”), is set to be released in Vietnam cinemas on 08 December. GaragePlay is one of Taiwan’s leading distributors, and recently handles releases of “Suzume,” “John Wick: Chapter 4” and “Someday or One Day.” WML is the biggest content distributor in Cambodia and has distributed more than 1,000 titles theatrically since its establishment.

System of a Down frontman Serj Tankian will publish his debut memoir, Down With the System: A Memoir (Of Sorts) in 2024. The book will be published by Hachette Book Group on May 14 and is described as "a memoir that is far more than just a rock’n’roll fable.

Like many of us, Kim Kardashian is horrified and heartbroken by the Hamas terrorist attacks.

conflict in Israel, Palestine, and even Armenia.“A message to my Jewish friends and family. I love you.

The Golden Globes have announced the full list of voters for the 81st Golden Globe Awards, which will take place Jan. 7. It totals 300 journalists. The breakdown, per the organization, is: 47% female, and 60% racially and ethnically diverse, with 26.3% Latinx, 13.3% Asian, 11% Black, and 9% Middle Eastern..

EXCLUSIVE: Leonine Studios’ Gebrueder Beetz Filmproduktion has hired international doc expert Martin Pieper from public network ZDF.

The Los Angeles Armenian American community is ramping up its public concerns over a international regional conflict between ethnic Armenians and Azerbaijan. 

Khloé Kardashian recently took to her Instagram Story to share a deeply personal experience. In a heartfelt post, she bravely discussed her journey with melanoma, which led to the removal of a melanoma spot on her cheek, leaving behind a noticeable indentation.

Khloé Kardashian took to her Instagram Story on Tuesday to share “the huge indentation” on the side of her face after she had to have a melanoma spot removed last year.

Pep Guardiola could be without three key players for Manchester City's Premier League trip to West Ham on Saturday.

The Kardashians are back for season four of their Hulu adventure, and the trailer that just dropped looks WILD!!!

Kim Kardashian wants Joe Biden ‘s help!

Kim Kardashian just added a new item to her summer wardrobe. The reality star and fashion icon, who recently attended an important event with Lauren Sanchez and Eva Longoria, seems to have set the start of a new trend after wearing a reflective bikini during her recent getaway, with many already rushing to buy the ensemble.KIM KARDASHIAN POSES POOLSIDE IN TINY BIKINI DURING ITALIAN VACATIONBIANCA CENSORI AND KANYE WEST: WHY KIM KARDASHIAN REFUSES TO ‘PAY ATTENTION’ TO THEIR ‘MARRIAGE’The businesswoman took to social media to showcase her new look, paired with what seemed to be a neon manicure and a pair of futuristic sunglasses.

Joe Manganiello is starting fresh after his split from his estranged wife Sofia Vergara. The Hollywood star decided to get meaningful new ink, marking a new chapter in his life, and was joined by his best friend Bubbles.SOFIA VERGARA POSES WITH NEW DOG AFTER GIVING FULL CUSTODY OF BUBBLES TO EX JOE MANGANIELLOSOFIA VERGARA’S CO-STAR CRITICIZED AFTER JOKING ABOUT HER DIVORCE: ‘IT WASN’T EVEN FUNNY’SOFIA VERGARA PARTIES OVER THE WEEKEND: JOE MANGANIELLO SPOTTED WITHOUT WEDDING RING FOR THE FIRST TIMEThe 46-year-old actor got a huge tattoo on his left arm, proudly showing some of the solid black lettering work in Armenian calligraphy.

Joe Manganiello is entering this new chapter of life single and tatted up!

Kim Kardashian is making the most out of her time in Italy. The 42-year-old reality star documented a fun moment during her recent vacation, showing off her incredible figure and giving her best pose poolside, rocking her signature long black hair and a soft glam makeup look, which included bronze eyeshadow, and a pink lip.The businesswoman did an impromptu photoshoot wearing a gold bikini, making her fans and followers go crazy as she stepped out of the pool in full glam.

EXCLUSIVE: Indie distributor Variance Films has snapped up North American rights to the period drama Amerikatsi, written and directed by and starring Michael A. Goorjian, slating it for an exclusive theatrical release in New York and L.A. on Friday, September 8, with a national rollout to follow.

A doctor has warned that a 'silent' pandemic in the UK could end up being worse than the Coronavirus.

Naman Ramachandran Stewart Copeland, founder and drummer of The Police, is teaming with Indian musician Ricky Kej on “Police – Beyond Borders” where the legendary rock band’s classic songs are recreated in global languages. The songs include “Every Breath You Take,” “Roxanne” and “Message in a Bottle.” Reinterpretations are in the Kannada, Zulu, Mandarin, Armenian, Pashto, Urdu and Hindi languages, among others. The album follows Copeland’s “Police Deranged for Orchestra” BMG album, released in June, where the band’s hit tracks, arranged for full orchestra, are revisited.

Lily-Rose Depp and girlfriend 070 Shake are stepping out for a sweet treat.

A select group of films has qualified for Academy Award consideration after winning prizes at the 27th LA Shorts Film Festival, the longest-running shorts festival in the movie capital.

As a little boy, Arman Vardazaryan, proprietor of the Armenian Taverna, would open the windows on the balcony of the family home and look out on the distant snowy peaks of Mount Ararat, said in the Old Testament to be where Noah’s Ark came to rest following the great flood.

DEALSCTM Outlander has acquired a stack of music rights from producer/songwriter Fraser T Smith, including his interest in songs he worked on with the likes Tiësto, Rita Ora, Stormzy, Dave, Craig David and Raye. Says CTM Outlander CEO André de Raaff: “Fraser is a once in a generation songwriter and we look forward to shining a light on these compositions for years to come”.

The Sarajevo Film Festival has unveiled its official selection for this year’s edition, with Elene Naveriani’s Cannes Directors’ Fortnight title Blackbird Blackbird Blackberry among the titles playing in Competition.

Leo Barraclough International Features Editor Forty-nine films will compete for the Heart of Sarajevo awards at the 29th Sarajevo Film Festival, which runs in Bosnia and Herzegovina from Aug. 11 to 18. The Feature Film Competition will present 11 titles, with two world premieres, one international and five regional premieres. World premieres include “Europa” from Austrian-Iranian filmmaker Sudabeh Mortezai, whose credits include 2018 Venice Days entry “Joy,” the Best Film winner at London Film Festival, and “Macondo,” which competed for the Golden Bear at Berlin Film Festival in 2014. The other world premiere is “Medium,” from Greek director Christina Ioakeimidi, whose debut feature was “Harisma” in 2010.

Marta Balaga Lav Diaz is “concerned” about the situation in his native Philippines. But it doesn’t mean he will stop making films. “If you do any kind of cultural work, you can be branded as a ‘communist’ and it’s a reason for them to kill you,” he says.  “There aren’t many venues to show my films, so we basically give them away for free. Listen, I am aware of the danger. But you have to accept the reality, confront these issues and continue to make things. And be careful, because we know what happened to Salman Rushdie.”

Love Island presenter Maya Jama looked breath-taking as she channelled her inner Kim Kardashian in a striking Dolce and Gabbana look. The brunette beauty wore her shiny long locks down as she framed her face with bangs, while wearing a silver sparkly number from the Italian fashion house. Posting her synchronised look to her Instagram story, the TV presenter complemented the dress with dazzling matching accessories, including heels and a miniature handbag.

An expert has warned that infighting between the military and Vladimir Putin could be the beginning of the end of the Russian warmonger.