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USC’s School of Cinematic Arts hosted a cohort of African filmmakers this summer as part of a State Department program for film diplomacy.
Against all odds, the beloved Minions of the “Despicable Me” franchise evolved from a childhood staple to a favorite of online moms to a Gen Z icon.
Inspirational Women Forum & Leadership Awards
The Inspirational Women 2024 panel “The Pathway to Longevity” featuring Lauren Antion, Miranda Kerr and Dr. Yasmeen Nkrumah-Elie
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‘The Seed of the Sacred Fig’ filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof used footage from actual protests in Iran to create large portions of his feature film.
California
The Pasadena Jewish Temple and Center burned down in the Eaton fire. But on a remaining wall, members discovered a hidden treasure.
Opinion
The Armenian Canadian singer of “Baby Beluga” and “Bananaphone,” who has been making music for kids since the 1970s, is an antidote to today’s frenetic earworms.
Walt Disney Co. Chief Executive Bob Iger was paid $41 million last year, up from the $31 million he made in 2023. Iger has long ranked among the highest paid media CEOs.
President-elect Donald Trump has named Jon Voight, Sylvester Stallone and Mel Gibson as “special ambassadors” to Hollywood. Their job duties are unclear.
Streaming service Netflix garnered 16 film nominations (mostly for “Emilia Pérez”), more than any other studio or streamer. But Universal Pictures and its Focus Features sister unit weren’t far behind.