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EastEnders fans think they've rumbled huge character return after spotting clue - www.ok.co.uk - New Zealand
ok.co.uk
28.03.2024

EastEnders fans think they've rumbled huge character return after spotting clue

EastEnders fans have spotted a big clue that could mean the return of a major character who first appeared on the show 30 years ago. In a recent episode, Ravi invited his ex Priya - who he clearly still has feelings for - to dinner with her new love interest Martin at Walford East. As they chatted over their meal, Martin mentioned David Wicks, sparking speculation among fans.

‘Harry Potter’ star Jessie Cave hits back at Miriam Margolyes for telling fans to grow up - www.nme.com - Australia - Britain - New Zealand - county Brown
nme.com
28.03.2024

‘Harry Potter’ star Jessie Cave hits back at Miriam Margolyes for telling fans to grow up

Harry Potter star Jessie Cave has responded to Miriam Margolyes’ recent claim that fans of the franchise need to grow up.Cave played Lavender Brown in the final three Harry Potter movies, while Margolyes appeared in the series as Hogwarts professor Pomona Sprout.Last month, Margolyes sparked controversy during an appearance on New Zealand’s 1News for saying: “I worry about [grown-up] Harry Potter fans. They should be over that by now.“You know, I mean, it was 25 years ago, and it’s for children. I think it’s for children.

Banijay’s Chief Operating Officer Peter Langenberg to Depart TV Giant (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - Britain - France - New Zealand - India - Germany - Poland - Israel
variety.com
28.03.2024

Banijay’s Chief Operating Officer Peter Langenberg to Depart TV Giant (EXCLUSIVE)

Alex Ritman French TV giant Banijay is losing its second C-suite exec in just over a month. The company has confirmed to Variety that COO Peter Langenberg is departing, with his last day set to be March 31. Langenberg will remain with Banijay on a consultancy basis in the ESG (environment, social and governance) space.

Zhang Yimou to Receive Lifetime Award at Udine Festival – Global Bulletin - variety.com - New Zealand - China - USA - Italy - South Korea - Japan - North Korea - Indonesia - Hong Kong - county Hamilton - county Lawrence
variety.com
28.03.2024

Zhang Yimou to Receive Lifetime Award at Udine Festival – Global Bulletin

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Veteran Chinese director Zhang Yimou will be presented with a lifetime achievement award at the upcoming edition of the Festival of Far East Film in Italy’s Udine (April 24 – May 2). The lineup will include three films by Zhang: his 2023 political thriller “Under the Light” in its competition section; as well as “To Live” and “Raise the Red Lantern” in its restored classics section. The festival’s total lineup includes 74 films in total – 47 in competition and 28 out of competition) from 11 countries.

Disney’s ‘Zombies 4’ Rounds Out Cast As Production Begins In New Zealand - deadline.com - New Zealand
deadline.com
26.03.2024

Disney’s ‘Zombies 4’ Rounds Out Cast As Production Begins In New Zealand

EXCLUSIVE: Production is officially underway on Zombies 4 (w/t) in New Zealand with stars Swayam Bhatia (Disney’s The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers) playing Vera; Julian Lerner (ABC’s The Wonder Years) as Ray; and Mekonnen Knife (Joe vs. Carole) as Vargas—all characters are new mysterious supernatural monsters.

Mati Diop’s Berlinale Golden Bear Winner ‘Dahomey’ Sells Nearly Worldwide for Films du Losange (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - Australia - Spain - France - New Zealand - China - Italy - Senegal - India - Ukraine - Austria - Germany - Portugal - Switzerland - Indonesia - Greece - Poland - Czech Republic - Turkey - Hungary - Bulgaria - Taiwan - Romania - Benin
variety.com
26.03.2024

Mati Diop’s Berlinale Golden Bear Winner ‘Dahomey’ Sells Nearly Worldwide for Films du Losange (EXCLUSIVE)

Elsa Keslassy International Correspondent “Dahomey,” the Berlinale Golden Bear-winning film helmed by French-Senegalese director Mati Diop, has been sold to a raft of international territories by Les Films du Losange. Along with being acquired by Mubi in key markets, “Dahomey” has been acquired in Australia & New Zealand (Rialto), China (Hugoeast), Spain (Filmin), Portugal (Nitrato Filmes), Greece (One From the Heart), Scandinavia (NonStop Entertainement), Benelux (Cinéart), Bulgaria (Beta Films), Ex-Yugoslavia (Discovery), Hungary (Mozinet), Czech Republic (Film Europe), Romania (Voodoo), Baltic Countries (Taip Toliau), Poland (New Horizons), Ukraine (Kyivmusicfilm), Taiwan (Joint Entertainment), Indonesia (PT Falcon) and Sudu Connexion in Africa.

Four-ingredient cat repellent spray that helps to keep them away from your garden - www.dailyrecord.co.uk - New Zealand
dailyrecord.co.uk
26.03.2024

Four-ingredient cat repellent spray that helps to keep them away from your garden

If you have spent countless hours outside trying to create your perfect garden, there's nothing more irritating than neighbourhood cats coming in and wreaking havoc.

‘The Last Thing He Told Me’ Renewed for Season 2 at Apple TV+ Despite Originally Being a Limited Series - variety.com - Australia - New Zealand
variety.com
25.03.2024

‘The Last Thing He Told Me’ Renewed for Season 2 at Apple TV+ Despite Originally Being a Limited Series

Selome Hailu Though it was originally billed as a limited series, “The Last Thing He Told Me” is returning for a second season at Apple TV+. Season 1, which premiered in April 2023, was based on Laura Dave’s novel of the same name. Dave has newly set a sequel novel for publication in 2025, which will serve as the basis for Season 2.

BBC Radio 6 Music announce new ‘Courtney Love’s Women’ series - www.nme.com - New Zealand
nme.com
25.03.2024

BBC Radio 6 Music announce new ‘Courtney Love’s Women’ series

Courtney Love’s Women.The series will see the music legend share her “ultimate soundtrack to her life” as she reflects on the women in music who have “shaped her journey, her sound and her next chapter”.Across eight episodes that will air from April 8 to April 15, the Hole founder and singer will journey through the eras of her life and the music that made her alongside her friend and music podcaster and writer, Rob Harvilla.Love will recall the musical moments from throughout her formative years as part of the series, including when she discovered disco through the record collection at a childhood care home and recited Sylvia Plath poetry for a Mickey Mouse Club audition.She will also detail her love of Billie Holiday and Nina Simone and recall her time at an all-girl boarding school in New Zealand and in juvenile detention, before she reflects on couch-surfing across America and struggles with drug abuse.Other topics covered in the series will include her acting career, her attempts to creatively matchmake Stevie Nicks and Billy Corgan, hanging out with Debbie Harry at a Limp Bizkit album launch at the Playboy Mansion, Gwen Stefani – after years of public feuding between the pair – her relationship with Nirvana‘s Kurt Cobain, taking pandemic guitar lessons with The Big Moon’s Juliet Jackson and more.Samantha Moy, Head of BBC Radio 6 Music, said in a press statement: “Courtney Love is an icon and a trailblazer – her influence on music and culture over the decades is undeniable.

Resorts in New Zealand Perfect for Active Travelers - travelsofadam.com - New Zealand
travelsofadam.com
24.03.2024

Resorts in New Zealand Perfect for Active Travelers

Travel blog by Travels of Adam (Hipster Blog) – Travels of Adam (Hipster Blog) - Travel & Lifestyle Hipster Blog New Zealand is renowned for its unique nature, amazing scenery, friendly residents, tasty food, the best wines, and lots of entertainment options. The list can be endless, as everyone can find their personal benefits when visiting this country. It reveals new secrets every time you come there, which is why passionate travellers are always inspired to explore it.

‘We Were Dangerous’ Team on How New Zealand’s Early 20th Century Eugenics Movement Inspired Sterilization Plot in Taika Waititi-Produced SXSW Film - variety.com - New Zealand - city Austin
variety.com
22.03.2024

‘We Were Dangerous’ Team on How New Zealand’s Early 20th Century Eugenics Movement Inspired Sterilization Plot in Taika Waititi-Produced SXSW Film

Jennifer Maas TV Business Writer “We Were Dangerous” is a surprisingly funny film for a movie that’s central conflict is the sterilization of a group of young women on the fringes of society in 1950s New Zealand. Knowing the project, which debuted at SXSW in Austin March 8, is executive-produced by from Taika Waititi and Carthew Neal’s Piki Films certainly informs how the film approaches its troubling topic — much like the production company’s Holocaust-set “Jojo Rabbit” — with such levity, the majority of the credit for the heartfelt tone goes to a trio of women: writer Maddie Dai, director Josephine Stewart-Te Whiu and producer Morgan Waru.

AMC’s Streamer Acorn TV Buys Daphna Levin’s Israeli Thriller ‘The Truth’ for the U.S., U.K., Australia/New Zealand (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - Australia - France - New Zealand - Israel - city Tel Aviv
variety.com
22.03.2024

AMC’s Streamer Acorn TV Buys Daphna Levin’s Israeli Thriller ‘The Truth’ for the U.S., U.K., Australia/New Zealand (EXCLUSIVE)

Elsa Keslassy International Correspondent AMC’s streaming service Acorn TV has bought “The Truth,” a crime thriller series co-written by Daphna Levin (“Euphoria”) and Aurit Zamir (“Babysitter”). Sold by About Premium Content, the series was picked up by Acorn TV for the U.S., the U.K. and Australia/New Zealand.

Melanie Martinez announces 2024 ‘The Trilogy’ UK And European arena tour - www.nme.com - Australia - Britain - New Zealand - New York - Manchester - Ireland - Birmingham - Illinois - Madrid - Dublin - city Brussels - city Amsterdam - county Lyon
nme.com
22.03.2024

Melanie Martinez announces 2024 ‘The Trilogy’ UK And European arena tour

Melanie Martinez has announced a UK and European arena tour for later this year – find all the details below.The New York singer-songwriter is due to bring ‘The Trilogy Tour’ to these shores in the autumn when she’ll play headline shows in Dublin (September 18), Birmingham (20), Manchester (21), Glasgow (23), Cardiff (24) and London (26).Martinez will then head to Europe for concerts in Brussels, Amsterdam, Paris, Lyon, Barcelona, Madrid, Cologne, Frankfurt and other locations throughout October.Tickets go on general sale at 10am GMT/11am CET next Thursday (March 28), except Barcelona and Madrid, which go on sale at the same time on Wednesday (27). Fans who sign up to Martinez’s mailing list can access a pre-sale on Monday (25).You’ll be able to purchase tickets here (UK and Ireland) and here (Europe).“Putting my all into this show, can’t wait to share this experience with you,” Martinez wrote on social media while announcing the upcoming dates.Elita will appear as the support act for the entire UK and European leg, with Men I Trust joining for the London and European dates only.

Chumbawamba tell New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister to stop using ‘Tubthumping’ at rallies - www.nme.com - Britain - New Zealand
nme.com
20.03.2024

Chumbawamba tell New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister to stop using ‘Tubthumping’ at rallies

Chumbawamba have told New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister to stop using their track ‘Tubthumping’ at rallies.Last weekend (March 17), New Zealand’s deputy prime minister Winston Peters –who leads the right-wing New Zealand First party which is part of the country’s coalition government – walked on stage to the British group’s 1997 hit song before giving his controversial “state of the nation” address.Per BBC, Peters reportedly discussed plans to remove gender and sexuality lessons from the school curriculum and said that NZ First and their supporters have a “real chance to take back our country”. He also used ‘Tubthumping’s song’s lyrics at the end of the address, telling the audience “we got knocked down, but we got up again.”“Chumbawamba wrote the song Tubthumping as a song of hope and positivity, so it seems entirely odd that the ‘I get knocked down…’ refrain is being used by New Zealand’s Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters as he barks his divisive, small-minded, bigoted policies during his recent speeches,” said the band’s former lead guitarist Boff Whalley in a statement sent to BBC News.He continued: “Chumbawamba would like to make it clear that we did not give permission for Peters to use the song and would ask him to stop using it to try to shore up his misguided political views.“Chumbawamba does not share any of Peters’ ideas on race relations and would like to remind him that the song was written for and about ordinary people and their resilience.

Alpha Violet Propels ‘Identifying Features’ Directors’ Unconventional Sundance-Winning Cartel Narrative ‘Sujo’ to Cross Borders (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - Australia - Spain - France - New Zealand - USA - California - Mexico - Switzerland - Greece - Cyprus
variety.com
20.03.2024

Alpha Violet Propels ‘Identifying Features’ Directors’ Unconventional Sundance-Winning Cartel Narrative ‘Sujo’ to Cross Borders (EXCLUSIVE)

Holly Jones Premiering in January to a Sundance Dramatic World Cinema Grand Jury Prize, “Sujo” from “Identifying Features” filmmakers Astrid Rondero and Fernanda Valadez has expanded its global reach, closing multiple distribution deals forged by Paris-based Alpha Violet, who heads international distribution. Paris-based Damned Films has picked up the title for France while Twelve Oaks Pictures, Trigon Films, Cinobo and MCF Megacom have swooped on the film for Spain, Switzerland, Greece and Cyprus and Ex-Yugoslavia territories respectively, with Auckland’s Vendetta Films securing rights to the title for the Australia and New Zealand markets.

‘Hamilton’ to Return to Australia, With Jason Arrow Reprising Title Role - variety.com - Australia - New Zealand - city Melbourne - George - Washington, county George - city Santos - county King George - county Hamilton
variety.com
20.03.2024

‘Hamilton’ to Return to Australia, With Jason Arrow Reprising Title Role

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Jason Arrow will reprise the role of Alexander Hamilton as the hit stage musical “Hamilton” returns to Australia later this year. The production will play a limited engagement at the Sydney Lyric Theatre from July 30 through to the end of October, 2024. Sydney is the only city the production will play before leaving Australia. The original Australian “Hamilton” premiered at the Sydney Lyric Theatre in March, 2021, before touring to Melbourne, Brisbane and New Zealand, concluding in June. “We know we have so much unfinished business left with Sydney and we can’t wait to get back to “Hamilton’s” original Australian home.

Jacob Elordi Wraps Production on ‘The Narrow Road to the Deep North,’ Australian Epic Series – First Look - variety.com - Australia - New Zealand - Canada - Thailand - county Young - Burma - city Odessa, county Young
variety.com
20.03.2024

Jacob Elordi Wraps Production on ‘The Narrow Road to the Deep North,’ Australian Epic Series – First Look

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Five months of production has been completed on Jacob Elordi-starring drama series “The Narrow Road to the Deep North,” which is set in the “Euphoria” and “Saltburn” star’s native Australia. An adaptation of the Booker Prize-winning novel by Richard Flanaghan, the five-part series is love-story set against the backdrop of World War II. Elordi portrays Lieutenant-Colonel Dorrigo Evans and co-stars with Odessa Young (“Mothering Sunday,” “Shirley”).

Miriam Margolyes says it’s time to forget ‘Harry Potter’ “if your balls have dropped” - www.nme.com - Australia - New Zealand
nme.com
18.03.2024

Miriam Margolyes says it’s time to forget ‘Harry Potter’ “if your balls have dropped”

Harry Potter fans should “forget” about the series “if your balls have dropped”.The actress, who played Professor Sprout in the film series, recently drew headlines after suggesting that adult fans “should be over that by now”.In a new interview with Australia’s News Breakfast, Margolyes doubled down on her criticism, saying: “I’m not unhappy about it. I just think that it’s for children. And if your balls have dropped, then it’s time to forget about it.

Oscar-winning ‘The King’s Speech’ writer dies aged 86 - www.nme.com - London - New Zealand - county King George
nme.com
18.03.2024

Oscar-winning ‘The King’s Speech’ writer dies aged 86

Oscar-winning screenwriter of The King’s Speech, has passed away aged 86.According to his manager, Seidler died in New Zealand on Saturday (March 16) during a fly fishing trip.“David was in the place he loved most in the world – New Zealand – doing what gave him the greatest peace, which was fly fishing,” Jeff Aghassi said. “If given the chance, it is exactly as he would have scripted it.”Seidler won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for his work on the 2010 film, which depicted King George VI’s journey to overcoming his stammer on the eve of World War II.Seidler himself had a stammer as a child, and was inspired by the King’s story of how he overcame his speech impediment.Upon accepting his Oscar in 2011, Seidler said: “My father always said to be I’d be a late bloomer.

Beverley McGarvey Adds Network 10 to Paramount+ Role in Australia – Global Bulletin - variety.com - Australia - New Zealand - India
variety.com
18.03.2024

Beverley McGarvey Adds Network 10 to Paramount+ Role in Australia – Global Bulletin

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Beverley McGarvey has been appointed president of Network 10, head of streaming and regional lead for Australia and New Zealand, with immediate effect by Paramount Global. She reports to Pam Kaufman, president & CEO of international markets, global consumer products and experiences at the group.

Listen to Rocket’s exclusive playlist to accompany The Cover - www.nme.com - New Zealand - New York - Los Angeles
nme.com
18.03.2024

Listen to Rocket’s exclusive playlist to accompany The Cover

NME’s latest stars of The Cover, Rocket, have shared a playlist exclusively to accompany the story’s launch – check it out below.The Los Angeles band are on this week’s (March 18) edition of The Cover, a renewal of NME’s commitment to supporting emerging talent across the globe on a weekly basis. Every week, a rising artist will feature on The Cover – you can read Rocket’s profile here, written by Jonathan Garrett and featuring photography by Kristen Jan Wong.Accompanying the story is an exclusive playlist curated by the band, titled ‘Driving To Band Practice’ and featuring the likes of Teenage Fanclub, Liz Phair, Mercury Rev and more.

‘Dune: Part Two’ Nears $500M Global, Dusting 2021 Movie; ‘Kung Fu Panda 4’ Punches In At $177M As Rollout Expands – International Box Office - deadline.com - Australia - Britain - Brazil - New Zealand - China - Sweden - Norway - Thailand - Austria - Germany - Belgium - Japan - Denmark - Poland - Finland - Hong Kong - Singapore - Taiwan - Philippines
deadline.com
17.03.2024

‘Dune: Part Two’ Nears $500M Global, Dusting 2021 Movie; ‘Kung Fu Panda 4’ Punches In At $177M As Rollout Expands – International Box Office

With a solid offshore hold, Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Two is closing in on $500M globally. The overseas weekend brought in $51.2M across 73 markets, a 40% drop versus last session (-37% excluding China). The international box office cume through Sunday is $289.4M, and worldwide the running total is $494.7M. The latter figure means the film has already surpassed Villeneuve’s 2021 Dune worldwide.

Fred. Olsen announces 2025/26 cruise programme from Liverpool -including major 'bucket list' trip - www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk - Spain - France - New Zealand - Mexico - Italy - Manchester - Iceland - Norway - county Price - Singapore - Gibraltar - French Polynesia
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
17.03.2024

Fred. Olsen announces 2025/26 cruise programme from Liverpool -including major 'bucket list' trip

Luxury cruise line Fred. Olsen has announced its 2025/2026 from Liverpool. Holidaymakers can sail to destinations including the Norwegian fjords, Italy and Iceland from the north west port.

Oscar-winning writer of The King's Speech dies fly-fishing in New Zealand - www.ok.co.uk - Australia - Britain - New Zealand - county King George
ok.co.uk
17.03.2024

Oscar-winning writer of The King's Speech dies fly-fishing in New Zealand

Screenwriter David Seidler has passed away aged 87, his longtime manager has announced. David, who work the Oscar-winning film The King's Speech, was fly-fishing in New Zealand when he sadly passed away, a cause of death is yet to be announced.

David Seidler, ‘The King’s Speech’ Screenwriter, Dies at 86 - variety.com - New Zealand
variety.com
17.03.2024

David Seidler, ‘The King’s Speech’ Screenwriter, Dies at 86

Michaela Zee David Seidler, the Oscar-winning screenwriter of “The King’s Speech,” died Saturday while on a fly-fishing expedition in New Zealand. He was 86.

David Seidler Dies: Academy Award-Winning Writer For ‘The King’s Speech’ Was 86 - deadline.com - New Zealand - county King George
deadline.com
17.03.2024

David Seidler Dies: Academy Award-Winning Writer For ‘The King’s Speech’ Was 86

David Seidler, best known for his Academy Award-winning writing on The King’s Speech, died on Saturday, March 16 while on a fly-fishing expedition in New Zealand.  He was 86 and no cause was given.

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