Film festival goes virtual amid coronavirus outbreak
A film festival postponed due to the coronavirus is going virtual and moving part of its programme online to ensure that audiences do not miss out.
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Sir Billy Connolly may consider return to acting
Sir Billy Connolly has said he may consider a return to acting if a “nice thing” came up.
New cinema complex ‘will be 21st century temple for film’
Plans for a new £50 million cinema complex that would become the home for the Edinburgh International Film Festival have been unveiled.
Film pirate jailed over Fast & Furious scam
A film pirate who plotted to release a Fast & Furious movie before it hit the big screen could have cost the industry more than £200 million, police said.
Sulphur And White stars praise Childline work
The stars and subject of a film about child sexual abuse have praised the work of Childline as they met counsellors at its offices in Glasgow.
Tourism campaign bids to attract film fans to Falkirk and West Lothian
A new tourism campaign has been launched to highlight television and film productions shot in Falkirk and West Lothian.
Baftas: Joaquin Phoenix steps out in same suit for third awards show running
With the number of flights taken to get to each ceremony and the emissions involved in making each new red carpet outfit, awards season isn’t particularly environmentally friendly. Joaquin Phoenix has taken an unusual stand this year by pledging to wear the same Stella McCartney suit for each event, and he now looks to have stepped out in the black tux at the British Academy Film Awards.
Taron Egerton reveals Sir Elton John’s reaction to Golden Globes snub
Taron Egerton has said he regrets forgetting to thank Sir Elton John at the Golden Globe awards – but the singer quickly forgave him.
Statues celebrating nearly a century of cinema to be placed in Leicester Square
Bronze statues depicting famous moments and characters in cinema from the last century will be placed in Leicester Square in a celebration of London’s film history.
Film producer Kathleen Kennedy to receive Bafta Fellowship
Producer Kathleen Kennedy is to be presented with the Bafta Fellowship at the 2020 film awards ceremony.
Frozen 2 melts the hearts of both old and young in Aberdeen
Hundreds of youngsters in Aberdeen were left spellbound after watching the new Frozen 2 film on the big screen.
North-east safety firm commended
A north-east organisation has been commended for improving safety in the oil industry.
Politician praises north-east film director
A north-east film director has had his prestigious Scottish Bafta award win recognised in the Scottish Parliament.
Use of CGI James Dean in new film sparks an outcry
James Dean has not been alive in 64 years, but the Rebel Without A Cause actor has been cast in a new film about the Vietnam War.
Harry Potter fans invited to bid for Hogwarts acceptance letter
Aspiring witches and wizards no longer have to wait for their ticket to Hogwarts to be delivered by owl as one of Harry Potter’s acceptance letters goes under the hammer.
North-east MSP’s praise for hard-hitting organ donation film
A documentary made in Aberdeen urging people to sign the organ donor register has been commended to Holyrood.
Film-maker Nate Parker apologises for being ‘tone deaf’
Film-maker Nate Parker, who three years ago came under scrutiny for a rape allegation from college, has apologised for his response at the time.
Disney’s live-action Mulan facing boycott calls over star’s Hong Kong comments
Disney’s live-action reimagining of Mulan is facing calls for a boycott after its star reportedly voiced support for police in Hong Kong.
Beyonce releases new song from Lion King album
Beyonce has released a new song to tie in with the premiere of Disney’s remake of The Lion King.
Macfadyen hopes Robert the Bruce film will boost support for independence
Actor Angus Macfadyen has said he hopes his new film Robert the Bruce will boost support for Scottish independence.
Danny Boyle: I owe a great deal to Edinburgh
Oscar-winning director Danny Boyle has said he owes “a great deal” to Edinburgh as he brought his latest picture to the city’s annual celebration of film.
YouTuber LadBaby sends toy Buzz Lightyear into space for children’s charity
YouTube prankster LadBaby is raising money for a children’s charity by selling a Buzz Lightyear toy he previously launched into space.
Danny Boyle Q&A and 18 world premieres among film festival highlights
A celebration of the work of female film-makers and a special appearance by Oscar-winning director Danny Boyle are among the highlights of this year’s Edinburgh International Film Festival (EIFF).
How the Gothenburg Greats inspired north-east film director Jon Baird to dream big
A north-east director who is about to embark on a nostalgia-filled journey back to his roots hopes he’ll inspire the next generation to achieve their dreams.
Cannes Film Festival director defends record on women
A year after 82 women protested en masse on the red carpet, the Cannes Film Festival has defended its record on female film-makers.
Biographical drama film to be screened at Aberdeen university
A filmmaker is set to make an appearance at a north-east festival.
Festival to screen Toy Story 4 ahead of UK release
A special pre-release screening of Toy Story 4 has been announced by the Edinburgh International Film Festival (EIFF).
Will Smith to attend Aladdin premiere in London
Will Smith is set to walk the red carpet in London for the premiere of Aladdin.
Anne Hathaway ‘did not know how to be happy’ before becoming mother
Anne Hathaway believes she did not know how to be happy before she had a child.
North-east film director back on big screen
An Aberdeen director has brought a popular novel set in a Native American reservation to the screen – after dedicating years of his life to the project.