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Who took this famous Vietnam War photo? A controversial documentary investigates
The film claims the Napalm Girl photo was not taken by Nick Ut. The AP and Ut deny that.

‘Racist, Eurocentric mockery’: Criticism grows against Golden Globe-winning film
Emilia Pérez is facing backlash from various communities.

The best new movies to watch in cinemas this Boxing Day
Cannes winners and singing chimps hit Kiwi cinemas December 26.

Film awards strife: Sponsor's sick Liam Payne joke; TVNZ moves; Exclusive: News bill on hold
'Clusterf***': Anger amid AT advertising tender fallout; UK doco on missing NZ kids.

Jacinda Ardern doco set for Sundance debut, Clarke Gayford credited as producer
Producers are 'thrilled' at the film's selection for the prestigious film festival.

Watch live: New Zealand Youth Film Festival
All the action from the New Zealand Youth Film Festival.

Live: New Zealand Youth Film Festival 2024 winners announced
Up-and-coming Kiwi filmmakers set to be celebrated at NZ Youth Film Festival.

What to do in Auckland this weekend; clear out your e-waste for free
See jazz singer Marjan Nelson, dinosaurs, a film festival and more.

Things to do in Auckland this weekend
Tāmaki Makaurau is full of festivals this Saturday and Sunday.

Lights, camera, action! Far North's next generation of film-makers show their work
Te Hiku School Film Festival showcases Far North student movies.

How the 2025 Oscars race could shape up, based on film festivals
The battle played out at fancy parties and premieres in Venice, Toronto and Telluride.

DreamWorks classic to be dubbed into te reo Māori
It's the first time a DreamWorks Animation film has been adapted into te reo.

'My heart is broken': Nicole Kidman leaves Venice Film Festival after her mother dies
The actress was unable to receive her best actress award for her role in Babygirl.

The art of preventing a Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie run-in at Venice
How did the exes, locked into a never-ending split, manage to avoid each other?

Venice Film Festival: Adrien Brody is tremendous in The Brutalist
Brady Corbet’s towering third feature is a state-of-the-US historical epic.

Helping hand: George Clooney's sweet gesture to red carpet photographer
The actor later took a turn behind the camera, delighting onlookers.

Brad Pitt makes red carpet debut with girlfriend
The Venice appearance comes two years after they were first romantically linked.

Daniel Craig has grown his hair long – here’s how older men can do it
The star shows long hair in later life can look stylish. Here's how you can do it too.

Nicole Kidman’s daring BDSM thriller brings kink to Venice
The actress takes on what may be her most risque role yet in a steamy A24 film.

'Despair': Angelina Jolie's emotional confession at Venice Film Festival
The actress has alluded to the emotions she has felt in the eight years since her divorce.

Expect stars and sex by the boatload at the Venice Film Festival
'We’re going to have the most crowded red carpet ever.'