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A zombie outbreak in a quiet Finnish farming town takes center stage in Pigtown, the directorial debut of Pekka Ollula, which won the top prize among Nordic projects at the Finnish Film Affair. The industry showcase ran alongside the Helsinki International Film Festival – Love & Anarchy. Pekka Ollula’s debut Pigtown wins Finnish Film Affair’s top Nordic prize, blending zombies, comedy, and rural life ahead of its Sitges premiere. Oohlala Pictures Described by Ollula as a “rural romantic zombie comedy,” the film follows Iida, an animal rights activist eager to reform her life. Her friend Anja escalates their activism by spiking pig feed with a mysterious black liquid, unleashing a plague that transforms pigs—and later villagers—into ravenous zombies. When Sami, a city dweller returning to his family’s farm, meets Iida at a local festival, their budding connection collides with chaos as a bingo game turns into a violent bloodbath. The filmmaker calls Pigtown “a rural genr...

‎The Latin Recording Academy has announced the nominees for the 2025 Latin Grammy Awards, with Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny leading the field with 12 nominations. The announcement was made during a livestream on Wednesday morning, highlighting the diversity and global impact of Latin music. ‎ Bad Bunny tops the 2025 Latin Grammy nominations with 12, followed by Edgar Barrera and Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso. Winners will be revealed Nov. 13. ‎Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue ‎ ‎Bad Bunny’s recognition includes two nominations for record of the year with “Baile Inolvidable” and “DtMF,” both of which are also competing for song of the year. His chart-topping album Debí Tirar Más Fotos, which previously spent a month at No. 1 on Billboard’s 200 Albums chart, is nominated for album of the year. ‎ ‎Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso also earned strong recognition with 10 nominations. The duo scored nods in both record and song of the year categories for “El Di...

‎Hannah Einbinder, star of the acclaimed HBO comedy Hacks, earned her first Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards. The win followed three consecutive years of nominations in the same category. ‎ ‎Hannah Einbinder wins her first Emmy for Hacks, delivering gratitude, political remarks, and a nod to her colleagues and co-star Jean Smart. ‎Christopher Polk ‎ ‎A Speech Mixing Gratitude, Humor, and Politics ‎ ‎Einbinder opened her speech with a nod to her previous losses, joking that “it was actually cooler to continue to lose,” before adding, “but this is cool too! This is also punk rock.” She went on to thank Hacks creators Jen Statsky, Paul W. Downs, and Lucia Aniello for transforming her career and becoming her chosen family. ‎ ‎The actor also expressed admiration for her co-star and fellow winner Jean Smart, calling her “like a sun” whose presence brings warmth to everyone around her. ‎ ‎Political Statement at the ...

‎The 77th Emmy Awards took place Sunday night at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, hosted by Nate Bargatze and broadcast live on CBS. The evening highlighted achievements across television, with standout wins for Adolescence, The Studio, The Pitt, and The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. ‎ The 2025 Emmy Awards crowned big winners including Adolescence, The Studio, The Pitt, and The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. ‎Getty Images (8) ‎ ‎Adolescence was the night’s most decorated production, taking home six Emmys. The limited series earned best limited or anthology series, best actor for Stephen Graham, and best supporting actress for Erin Doherty. Owen Cooper made history as the youngest-ever male Emmy winner with his supporting actor award. Philip Barantini won best directing for a limited or anthology series or movie, while Graham and Jack Thorne collected best writing honors. ‎ ‎The Studio, led by Seth Rogen, captured four major awards, including best comedy series. Rogen ...

‎Owen Cooper won the Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie on Sunday for his performance in the Netflix miniseries Adolescence. The breakout role has propelled the 15-year-old British actor into the record books as the youngest-ever male acting winner in Emmy history. ‎ 15-year-old Owen Cooper wins Emmy for Adolescence, becoming the youngest male acting winner in Emmy history with his breakout Netflix role. ‎Christopher Polk ‎ ‎The supporting actor category featured a strong lineup of nominees, including Javier Bardem for Netflix’s Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, Rob Delaney for FX’s Dying for Sex, Peter Sarsgaard and Bill Camp for Apple TV+’s Presumed Innocent, and Ashley Walters, Cooper’s co-star in Adolescence. ‎ ‎During his emotional acceptance speech, Cooper reflected on his journey from drama classes to the Emmy stage. “Standing up here is just so surreal. Honestly, when I started these drama classes a couple...

‎The 2025 Caribbean Music Awards celebrated some of the most influential voices in reggae, soca, and dancehall, honoring icons and emerging stars alike. The third annual ceremony took place on August 28 at Kings Theatre in Brooklyn, New York, and aired on BET on September 12. Hosted by comedian Majah Hype, the event recognized over 40 categories across the Caribbean music spectrum. ‎ ‎Bounty Killer received a Lifetime Achievement Award and Busta Rhymes earned the Elite Icon Award at the 2025 Caribbean Music Awards in Brooklyn. ‎Maximillian Blay ‎ ‎Bounty Killer received the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award, marking another milestone in a career that has shaped dancehall for decades. The Kingston-born legend has earned three Billboard Hot 100 entries, including his collaborations “Hip-Hopera” with The Fugees, “Deadly Zone” with Mobb Deep and Rappin’ Noyd, and the global hit “Hey Baby” with No Doubt, which peaked at No. 5 in 2001. The award came shortly after his headli...

‎The red carpet saw bold fashion statements on Thursday as Margot Robbie and Dakota Johnson delivered two striking takes on the sheer dressing trend at separate events. ‎ ‎Robbie, the Barbie star, producer, and new mother, appeared at the London premiere of her film A Big Bold Beautiful Journey wearing a sheer Giorgio Armani Privé gown from the Spring 2025 couture collection. The choice carried extra significance as it came just days after the passing of Giorgio Armani at age 91, serving as both a daring and heartfelt tribute. ‎ ‎Margot Robbie stuns in sheer Armani at her film premiere as Dakota Johnson dazzles in Gucci at the Caring for Women gala in New York. ‎Joe Maher/Getty Images; Tristan Fewings/Getty Images; Tristan Fewings/Getty Images ‎ ‎Her gown featured a translucent base with intricate beadwork forming floral and paisley patterns. The standout moment arrived when Robbie turned to reveal a dramatic back design, with delicate spaghetti straps crossing to frame a j...

Broadway’s biggest night honored innovation, legacy, and emotional storytelling as Maybe Happy Ending won Best Musical at the 2025 Tony Awards. The show also claimed five additional honors, making it the evening’s most awarded production. ‎ ‎Sarah Snook, Cole Escola, Darren Criss and Nicole Scherzinger. ‎Getty Images (4) ‎ ‎Hosted by Cynthia Erivo, the ceremony celebrated theatrical excellence with top prizes going to Purpose (Best Revival of a Play), Sunset Blvd. (Best Revival of a Musical), and, in a surprise twist, Eureka Day as Best Play. ‎ ‎Darren Criss earned his first Tony Award for his leading role in Maybe Happy Ending, while Nicole Scherzinger won Best Leading Actress in a Musical for Sunset Blvd.. In the play categories, Sarah Snook (The Picture of Dorian Gray) and Cole Escola (Oh, Mary!) took home the lead acting honors. ‎ ‎Tied with 10 nominations, Maybe Happy Ending, Buena Vista Social Club, and Death Becomes Her led the field going into the evening. Buena Vis...

Mikey Madison, the breakout star of Anora, is uncertain about what lies ahead after her unexpected victory at the 2025 Academy Awards. However, she is clear about one thing she plans to do on her big night — and it’s not exactly glamorous. Mikey Madison poses in the press room of the 2025 Oscars. Mike Coppola/Getty Images Madison, who bested favorite Demi Moore for the Best Actress award on Sunday, shared with reporters in the Oscars press room that she has yet to fully grasp the significance of her win and its potential impact on her career. “I’ve been reflecting a lot on both the future and the past,” said Madison when asked how she hopes the Oscar will shape her career. “I’m really trying to stay present during all of this, so I honestly don’t know what’s next. What I do know is that I want to keep making films, working with inspiring people, and telling meaningful stories.” Anora, the film that earned Madison the award, also took home five Oscars, including Best Pictu...

Zoe Saldaña defended Emilia Pérez's portrayal of Mexico, while also expressing regret over the feelings of those who were offended. In an interview after the 2025 Oscars, the actress addressed a reporter’s question about the Mexican community’s reaction to the film, particularly given Mexico's central role in the narrative. "I’m very, very sorry that you and many Mexicans felt hurt. That was never our intention," Saldaña said. Zoë Saldaña at the 2025 Oscars. Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic/Getty Images The actress explained that the film’s message came from a place of love. “We were not making a film about a country. We were telling the story of four women,” she said. While acknowledging the controversy, Saldaña disagreed with the notion that Mexico was at the core of the movie. "For me, the heart of this film was not Mexico," she elaborated. "It was about universal women." Saldaña, who portrayed lawyer Rita Mora Castro in the film, emphasized t...

At the 2025 Academy Awards, Anora claimed the prestigious title of Best Picture, marking a standout moment of the evening. The film emerged as the top winner, securing five Oscars in total. The star of Anora, Mikey Madison, was awarded Best Actress, while director Sean Baker celebrated a remarkable achievement, taking home three Oscars for Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Film Editing. Adrien Brody , Mikey Madison , Kieran Culkin and Zoe Saldaña. Rich Polk/Penske Media/Getty Images; Kevin Winter/Getty Images (2); Myung J. Chun/Los Angeles Times/Getty Images In the acting categories, Adrien Brody was honored with the Best Actor award for his performance in The Brutalist. Kieran Culkin triumphed as Best Supporting Actor for his role in A Real Pain. Meanwhile, Zoe Saldaña made history as the Best Supporting Actress for her role in Emilia Pérez, becoming the first American of Dominican descent to win an Academy Award. Conclave took home the Oscar for Best Adap...

Mikey Madison, star of Anora, won the Best Actress award at the 2025 Academy Awards, beating out frontrunner Demi Moore, who was widely expected to win for her role in The Substance. Madison’s win came as a surprise to many, with the actress delivering a heartfelt speech at the Dolby Theatre on Sunday night. Mikey Madison accepts the best actress award for ' Anora ' at 2025 Oscars. Kevin Winter/Getty Images “I grew up in Los Angeles, but Hollywood always felt so far away from me,” Madison shared during her acceptance speech. In Anora, she portrayed a Brooklyn sex worker who marries the son of a Russian oligarch, only to face danger from his powerful family. Madison expressed her admiration for the sex worker community, stating, “I just wanted to recognize and honor the sex worker community. I will continue to support and be an ally. Meeting incredible women from this community has been one of the highlights of this experience.” Madison also opened up about how her ...

The 2025 Oscars night was filled with excitement and surprises, but it wasn't just the awards that took people by surprise. As Hollywood's elite gathered for the star-studded event, a 3.9-magnitude earthquake rattled the North Hollywood area at around 10:13 p.m. PT, according to the USGS. General Atmosphere at the 97th Oscars. Gilbert Flores/Penske Media via Getty Images While the main event took place at the Dolby Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard, the tremor was felt throughout Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley. The earthquake struck just hours after the Oscars concluded, but many stars were still attending afterparties, making for a memorable night all around. At the 33rd Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards viewing party, performer Chappell Roan was on stage when the earthquake hit. However, those in attendance seemed unaware of the tremor. On the red carpet at the Governors Ball, another insider reported that people at the exclusive post-Oscars party co...

2025 has truly been a remarkable year for British music, with standout artists making waves across the industry. Charli XCX, Jade, Lola Young, and Little Simz are just a few of the big names leading the charge. As a result, the 2025 Brit Awards were always destined to be memorable, especially given how the event has evolved over the years. In contrast to some tame moments in recent history, the Brit Awards this year proved to be an exciting spectacle—far removed from the infamous 1989 ceremony, when the live broadcast was halted for nearly two decades after a chaotic event. ' Charli XCX ' at the BRIT Awards on March 1 , 2025. Dave Benett/Getty Images This year's ceremony was packed with incredible performances, from Sabrina Carpenter to Sam Fender and, of course, Lola Young, who had us all hooked with her chart-topping hit that’s been on repeat since May 2024. It wasn’t surprising when Charli XCX took home the most accolades of the evening. Her wins included Ar...

Harrison Ford has announced he will not be attending this year's Oscars. The 82-year-old actor, who was originally scheduled to present at the 97th Academy Awards on Sunday night, made the decision to withdraw after receiving a shingles diagnosis. ' Harrison Ford. ' Jesse Grant/Getty Images for Paramount+ Ford’s shingles diagnosis came on Friday, and he is reportedly doing well, focusing on rest and recovery. Shingles is a viral infection that typically leads to a painful rash, as noted by the Mayo Clinic. Earlier this year, Ford made appearances at events such as the Captain America: Brave New World and 1923 season two premieres in Los Angeles. During the 1923 red carpet event, Ford shared his appreciation for working on the show, describing it as “old-fashioned movie-making” with minimal CGI and a focus on authentic, physical storytelling. He expressed his enjoyment of the "viscerality" of the project and the natural settings involved. The Oscars cer...

The 31st annual Screen Actors Guild Awards were presented Sunday night. Conclave took up the award for outstanding cast performance in the film category. Timothée Chalamet was named best leading actor for A Complete Unknown, while Demi Moore won best actress in a starring role for The Substance. Kieran Culkin won the award for best supporting actor in a film for A Real Pain, while Zoe Saldaña was named best actress in a supporting role for Emilia Pérez. Zoe Saldaña , Timothée Chalamet , Kieran Culkin and Demi Moore were among the winners , with ' Conclave ' nabbing the award for best ensemble. ' Shogun ' and ' Only Murders in the Building ' won the top TV prizes. Getty Images  Shogun won three TV awards, including best drama series ensemble. In addition, Anna Sawai won best actress in a drama series, while Hiroyuki Sanada won best actor in a drama series. Only Murders in the Building won the award for best comedy series ensemble, while Martin Shor...