The Ageless Masters: Hollywood Directors Still Going Strong in Their 80s and Beyond

The Ageless Masters: Hollywood Directors Still Going Strong in Their 80s and Beyond

It may be the longer life expectancy, the conservatism of the Hollywood industry, or both, but some of the most anticipated film releases correspond to directors who are over 80 years of age. This is the case of Martin Scorsese, Ridley Scott, Woody Allen, Clint Eastwood and Roman Polanski, all of them established masters whose … Read more

Bolek Polívka: Actor and Mime in Brno and Prague, Studio Dva Connection and Thoughts on Aging and Legacy

Bolek Polívka: Actor and Mime in Brno and Prague, Studio Dva Connection and Thoughts on Aging and Legacy

Actor and mime Bolek Polívka performs mainly in Brno, but the Prague public can also see him, precisely in connection with Studio Dva. “I like playing here, it’s pleasant, I also host here. Not only are we playing our show, but in the play Věra I play Ivana Chylková’s father. And that’s a great pleasure.” … Read more

American National Book Awards Presenter Drew Barrymore’s Contract Canceled Amid Hollywood Strike Controversy

American National Book Awards Presenter Drew Barrymore’s Contract Canceled Amid Hollywood Strike Controversy

The organizers of the American National Book Awards canceled the contract of the presenter of this year’s gala, actress Drew Barrymore. The Scream or Charlie’s Angels star has decided to ignore the Hollywood strike and is airing the first episode of his talk show since writers and actors began protesting in the US. The trade … Read more

Woody Allen Presents His 50th Film in Venice Amidst Applause and Protests

Woody Allen Presents His 50th Film in Venice Amidst Applause and Protests

Venice (AP) – There was applause in the cinema hall, but also protests in front of the building: US director Woody Allen presented his 50th film in Venice. The comedy “Coup de Chance” premiered at the film festival on Monday evening. As the industry magazine “Hollywood Reporter” reported, a group of about 20 demonstrators gathered … Read more

America is not at its cultural peak right now, says Woody Allen. He shot the film in France

America is not at its cultural peak right now, says Woody Allen.  He shot the film in France

American director Woody Allen would like to make one more film in New York if he can get the money for it. The four-time Oscar winner and the author of films such as Annie Hall and Vicky Cristina Barcelona said this on Monday at the Venice Film Festival, where he presented his fiftieth project, a … Read more

Ewan McGregor: Scottish Actor, Director, and Producer Receives President’s Award

Ewan McGregor: Scottish Actor, Director, and Producer Receives President’s Award

Scottish actor, director and producer Ewan McGregor received the President’s Award of the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival from Jiří Bartoška in the evening. McGregor, who gained international fame with Trainspotting, then released Second Chance with his daughter, actress and producer Clara McGregor. “I think I’m very lucky to be an actor, I love what … Read more

Director Woody Allen Denies Intent to Stop Making Films | Movies and series

Woody Allen has no plans to stop making films. A spokesperson for the 86-year-old director announced this to the American media on Monday after rumors circulated about it. The misunderstanding arose after an interview with the Spanish newspaper The vanguard, in which Allen said he wanted to retire after his 50th film. “He never said … Read more

Actor Tony Sirico, famous for the series Rodina Soprn, died at the age of 79

Actor Tony Sirico, who became famous for the series Rodina Soprn, died at the age of 79. (October 9, 2022) | photo: Profimedia.cz – <!—-> Sirico became famous mainly for controversial roles. He is most famous for his role in the series Rodina Sorpn, where he portrayed the character of a mafia caporegime under the … Read more

“A Rainy Day in New York” in the cinema: Evil, Desperate – Culture

Woody Allen gives himself a happy ending in his latest film. At the Delacorte clock in Central Park, in the heart of New York. The city of missed, imaginary, and yet mostly magically successful dates. The city that we experience in “A Rainy Day in New York” was created by Woody Allen almost single-handedly over … Read more