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Published on 08:06 GMT

Sylvester Stallone 'felt sad' following Rocky's Oscar triumph

5 October 2026 Sylvester Stallone "felt sad" when Rocky won Best Picture at the 1977 Academy Awards ceremony. Sylvester Stallone says Rocky's Oscar win was tinged with sadness for him The 80-year-old star's legendary boxing movie took …

Source: Female First - Neutral
Published on 08:24 GMT

Varanasi: SS Karthikeya Teases ‘Crazy’ Action, Hints SS Rajamouli Film Could Target Oscars

The Academy has announced an Achievement in Stunt Design category, with the award set to debut at the 100th Academy Awards in 2028. Films released in 2027 will be eligible. The category will recognise the creative and technical work of stunt designers, …

Source: Outlook India - Indeterminate
Published on 09:03 GMT

Varanasi producer SS Karthikeya hints SS Rajamouli film might vie for Oscars in new stunt category with ‘crazy’ action ...

With the Oscars set to recognise stunt design as a separate category from 2028, the craft behind some of cinema’s biggest action sequences could finally get the recognition it deserves. SS Rajamouli’s upcoming Varanasi appears to be taking that spectacle …

Source: Hindustan Times - Indeterminate
Published on 13:32 GMT

Oscars: Syria Selects Saydnaya Prison Hybrid Doc ‘The Other Side Of The Sun’ In First Post-Assad Entry

Syria has submitted Tawfik Sabouni’s The Other Side of the Sun as its candidate for the Best International Feature Film category of the the 99th Academy Awards. It is the first film submitted by Syria since the ousting of dictator Bashar al-Assad in …

Source: Deadline - Neutral
Published on 06:28 GMT

Marjoe Gortner dies at 82: Ex-child evangelist turned actor, known for ‘Earthquake’ and an Oscar-winning film on his ...

Marjoe Gortner, who was ordained as a preacher at age four and later helped make an Oscar-winning film about how that world made money, died on October 2 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He was 82. His wife, Susan Magestro, said the cause was congestive heart …

Source: The Statesman (India) - Center-left
Published on 02:50 GMT

Oscars 2027: Nigeria submits Dear Ajayi for international feature category

The Nigerian Official Selection Committee (NOSC) has chosen Damilola Orimogunje’s Dear Ajayi as Nigeria’s official submission for the Best International Feature Film category at the 99th Academy Awards. The committee announced the decision after reviewing …

Source: Premium Times - Neutral
Published on 04:59 GMT

99th Oscars: NOSC selects 'Dear Ajayi' for best international feature film

The Nigerian Official Selection Committee (NOSC) has selected Dear Ajayi as Nigeria’s official submission for the Best International Feature Film category at the 99th Academy Awards. The committee selected the film after reviewing eligible entries and will …

Source: The Nation (Nigeria) - Indeterminate
Published on 12:46 GMT

I Play Rocky review: Can this crowd-pleaser be an Oscar contender?

Rocky is such a truly iconic film that it's easy to forget its very existence is a miracle. I Play Rocky is the story of how that miracle was built by the blood, sweat, and tears of an unknown actor and aspiring screenwriter named Sylvester Stallone. …

Source: Mashable - Neutral
Published on 04:42 GMT

4 Years Ago Today, We Said Goodbye to the Trailblazing Kentucky Songbird Whose Life Story Inspired an Oscar-Winning Film

On this day (October 4) in 2022, Loretta Lynn died in her sleep at her home in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee, at age 90. Her journey from a poor “Coal Miner’s Daughter” to a pillar of country music was pure cinema — quite literally, as Lynn’s life story was …

Source: American Songwriter - Neutral
Published on 12:50 GMT

Hebburn primary school secures award for promoting social justice in the local community

Pupils and staff at a Hebburn primary school are celebrating winning an award for promoting social justice through charitable work in the local community. St James Catholic Primary School, on Solway Road, has received the Oscar Romero Award - Participator …

Source: The Shields Gazette - Neutral
Published on 11:07 GMT

HITA sponsors count down to anniversary awards night

Some of last year’s HITA winners celebrating with their awards. Who will be celebrating in 2026? Picture: Callum MackayThere are only days to go before the 2026 Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards winners are revealed! Widely considered as the ‘Oscars’ …

Source: The Inverness Courier - Pending
Published on 06:55 GMT

Rangers academy graduate is already coming for Shankland's number 7 shirt

Glasgow Rangers were hit with a significant blow at the start of last month when Lawrence Shankland sustained a hamstring injury in a Scottish Premiership clash. The Light Blues captain went down in the first half against Motherwell at Ibrox and had to be …

Source: Football FanCast - Neutral
Published on 02:06 GMT

Busan film festival gains path to Oscars

Can the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) become a major force on the global festival circuit, joining Cannes, Berlin and Venice? Last year, BIFF introduced a competition section for the first time, marking a major shift for a festival that had …

Source: Donga Ilbo - Center-right
Published on 01:24 GMT

Oscar-Nominated Star Caps Banner Year With Flawless Turn

Few filmmakers cut to the core with the concision and precision of Paweł Pawlikowski, whose prior two features—the Oscar-winning Ida (2013) and Oscar-nominated Cold War (2018)—were masterpieces of economy and poignancy. Earning him his second Best Director …

Source: The Daily Beast - Left-wing
Published on Oct 4, 2026

Sylvester Stallone reveals he felt unloved when collecting his Rocky Oscar after his parents refused to join ceremony

Sylvester Stallone has revealed how his life-changing moment at the Academy Awards in 1977 was tinged with great sadness. The actor's movie Rocky, which he wrote and starred in, was named Best Picture and set him on the path to Hollywood stardom. …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on Oct 4, 2026

NOSC Selects Dear Ajayi as Nigeria’s Official Submission for 99th Oscars

Vanessa Obioha ‘Dear Ajayi’, a 2026 film directed by Damilola Orimogunje, has been selected as Nigeria’s official submission for the Best International Feature Film category at the 99th Academy Awards. The Nigerian Official Selection Committee (NOSC) …

Source: This Day - Pro-Government
Published on Oct 4, 2026

'Spotlight' director laments Oscar-winning film didn't spark enough change

When Spotlight was released in 2016, it shook the industry and sparked a wave that encouraged victims to speak out, helping the film win Best Picture at the Academy Awards that year. But a decade later, the movie's director, who dramatized the …

Source: The News International - Indeterminate
Published on Oct 4, 2026

Pedro Pascal in ‘Behemoth!’: The Oscar-Worthy Role That He (and Latinos) Have Been Waiting For

Pedro Pascal makes his Oscar case with a cello. “Behemoth!,” Tony Gilroy’s first feature as a director since “The Bourne Legacy” in 2012, world-premiered on Friday night at Alice Tully Hall as the centerpiece selection of the New York Film Festival. Pascal …

Source: Variety - Neutral
Published on Oct 4, 2026

Sylvester Stallone reveals why he thought 'Rocky' Oscar win was 'a joke'

Sylvester Stallone opened up a rather different reaction when his film, Rocky won the Oscar for Best Picture. In a conversation with Tracy Smith for CBS Sunday Morning at 92NY, Stallone reflected on the moment he learned Rocky won the top award at the 1997 …

Source: The News International - Indeterminate

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

CellNet™ Blood Filtration Technology Wins 2026 Edison Silver and R&D 100 Awards

CellNet™ uses water-free, solvent-free fiber treatment to combine high-performance blood filtration with cleaner manufacturing. TAIPEI, TAIPEI CITY, TAIWAN, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CellNet™, a next-generation blood filtration technology …

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Published on October 1, 2026 - 10:00 GMT

America's Monument maker Steven Barber unveils JIMMY CARTER Statue at the Naval Academy OCT 1ST in Annapolis Maryland.

America's Monument maker Steven Barber unveils JIMMY CARTER Statue at the Naval Academy OCT 1ST in Annapolis Maryland. ANNAPOLIS , MD, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Steven Barber, America’s Monument maker for the …

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Published on October 1, 2026 - 16:15 GMT

Speckless Auto Spa Receives 2026 Quality Business Award for Best Auto Detailing Services in Waukesha, Wisconsin

WAUKESHA, WI, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Quality Business Awards has recognized Speckless Auto Spa as the recipient of the 2026 Quality Business Award for Best Auto Detailing in Waukesha, Wisconsin. This distinction …

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Published on September 30, 2026 - 15:23 GMT

Alisa Kovalenko to receive $200,000 from Rinat Akhmetov for 'Traces' Oscar campaign

KYIV, UKRAINE, September 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- By decision of Rinat Akhmetov, director Alisa Kovalenko will receive a scholarship of $200,000 (UAH 9 million) for the international Oscar campaign for the documentary film “Traces”. On September 16 …

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Published on September 18, 2026 - 07:11 GMT

SPARK ANIMATION 2026 Announces Award Winners at 18th Annual Academy Awards-Qualifying Festival

Metafear (Directed by Shuhei Morita, Produced by YAMATOWORKS, Japan) Wins Best in Show VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, September 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Spark Computer Graphics Society (Spark CG) announces the SPARK ANIMATION …

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Published on September 23, 2026 - 13:15 GMT

Award-Winning Filmmaker Trinette Faint Launches Fundraiser for AI Workplace Satire 'Happy to Share'

Inspired by Faint’s own Google layoff, the SAG-AFTRA short tackles AI, ageism and workplace bias and shoots Oct. 23–26 in Providence, RI. PROVIDENCE, RI, UNITED STATES, September 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Award-winning actress and filmmaker …

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Published on September 21, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

Sage on Palmer Ranch Named 2026 Best of Florida Award Winner

SARASOTA, FL, UNITED STATES, September 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sage on Palmer Ranch, a luxury apartment community in the master-planned Palmer Ranch neighborhood, has been named a 2026 Best of Florida Award winner, marking the second …

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Published on September 19, 2026 - 16:48 GMT

Spirit Origin Wins Silver at 2026 Global Coffee Awards Latin America for Honduran Parainema Roasted at Origin

Oscar Ramírez's Paraideli Parainema took Silver in a double-blind judging in Houston; the roaster's new Las Huertas Catuai was named an Espresso Finalist. ROATAN, HONDURAS, September 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Spirit Origin Coffee, the …

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Published on October 5, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Award-Winning Thomas LeBrun Earns International NYC Big Book Award® Recognition, Featured in PWR's Times Square Display

LeBrun's "Aurora Rift: A Man Out of Time" is awarded Distinguished Favorite Status in the 2026 NYC Big Book Award, and is Set to be Featured in Times Square GREATER HANOVER AREA, NH, UNITED STATES, October 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩…

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Published on October 5, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Patented Inventor Lisa Crites Turns a Breast Cancer Diagnosis into a Medical Device, a Best Seller and Charity Platform

Entrepreneur who patented a garment after showering in a trash bag has authored a book on what reinvention costs, just in time for Breast Cancer Awareness Month ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, October 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Medical journalist …

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Published on October 5, 2026 - 10:00 GMT

George Lovato Jr. Announces Filming Date for a Bigger, Funnier and More Ambitious Season 3 of Chasing The Flames

More comedy, more outdoor cooking, more guest lineups, ambitious menus, special segment and much expanded streaming distribution for the popular cooking show ALBUQUERQUE, NM, UNITED STATES, October 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Flames Are …

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Published on October 5, 2026 - 05:22 GMT

Diaspora Arts Connection Marks 10 Years of Let Her Sing® as Women’s Freedom to Sing Remains Under Threat

Anniversary concerts in San Francisco and San Diego bring together six women vocalists, an international ensemble, and a film program. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, October 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Diaspora Arts Connection is preparing …

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Published on October 5, 2026 - 05:19 GMT

Kim Ji Yeon and Park Seo Ham Headline Viki Original ‘Dive Into You’

Rakuten Viki’s new original K-drama combines romance, body-swapping, and high-stakes time travel to save a lost first love. SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA, October 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rakuten Viki, the leading global destination for Asian entertainment, …

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Published on October 5, 2026 - 05:17 GMT

Frankenstein, a faithful musical film adaptation of Mary Shelley's novel streams on Prime Video and other platforms

Frankenstein, the award winning film, a faithful adaptation of Mary Shelley’s novel with a sweeping romantic score, written/composed by research scientist NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Frankenstein, the …

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Published on October 5, 2026 - 05:17 GMT

PRYMRR ANNOUNCES 'SICK OF IT TOUR' WITH STOPS IN LOS ANGELES, BROOKLYN AND CHICAGO

Rising artist Prymrr prepares to bring her distinctive sound and high-energy performance to the stage this October LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rising artist Prymrr is officially taking her music on the road with …

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Published on October 5, 2026 - 05:07 GMT

nX PRODUCTIONS ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF NEW FILM & TELEVISION PRODUCTION DIVISION

Led by CEO Lisa LoBasso and Director of Media & Productions Ana Vergara, nX Productions Announces Prymrr: Sick of It Tour Documentary as Its First Production LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- nX …

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Published on October 5, 2026 - 04:15 GMT

British Short Ma Prison Recognized at Indie Short Fest’s August 2026 Competition

Film nominated for Best Drama Short; Susannah May wins Outstanding Achievement, Supporting Actress; Sophie Bullock gets Honorable Mention, Young Actress. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The British short …

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Published on October 4, 2026 - 19:00 GMT

New York Times Bestselling Author Brad Meltzer, Police Chief Stoney Mathis, & Beverly Engel Join Moments with Marianne

Three powerful voices join KMET 1490 AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC News Radio Affiliate, to inspire courage, rebuild trust, and break cycles of emotional abuse. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, October 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Moments …

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Published on October 4, 2026 - 15:49 GMT

Vincent Defauwes Explains How Influencers Can Rebuild Sponsor Confidence After a Reputation Crisis

Press Magnate founder shares a practical recovery strategy for content creators facing backlash, lost brand deals and damaged credibility. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, October 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The sponsorship conversation goes …

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Published on October 3, 2026 - 19:29 GMT

Fruition Coffee Opens Its Cart for Events and Productions

Fruition brings specialty coffee catering to weddings, corporate events, and film sets in the Los Angeles area. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fruition Coffee has spent its Sundays at the Encino Farmers Market. …

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Published on October 3, 2026 - 18:43 GMT

Goddess Empire Entertainment proudly presents EARTHA... I'M STILL HERE!

STARRING THOMASINA GROSS THOMASINA GROSS HEADLINES SOLD OUT / SRO ACCLAIMED EARTHA KITT TOUR-DE-FORCE PALM SPRINGS, CA, UNITED STATES, October 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- EARTHA... I'M STILL HERE! is both an intimate theatrical tour-de-force …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 21:37 GMT

Tinsel Magazine Reports Jolene Burns' Second UK Title and Top-Five World Finish at Music on Stage

Feature Reports the Belfast Singer-Songwriter Won the UK for a Second Year and Finished Fifth in the World at the September 18 Global Final LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tinsel Magazine has published "Back-to …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 19:35 GMT

Betty Boop Gets Exclusive Trading Card Collection

Cardsmiths launches Betty Boop Then & Now Series 1 Trading Cards, honoring the beloved icon across the decades. Preorder at cardsmiths.com and select retailers. GILBERTS, IL, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cardsmiths is …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 19:27 GMT

The Horror Dome Spotlights Sasquatch and Ultimate Spectre for Halloween

Featured costumes bring a forest creature and a glowing ghost to haunted attractions and October events PORT WASHINGTON, NY, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Horror Dome is spotlighting its Sasquatch HD Studios Costume …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 18:03 GMT

The 1st Los Angeles Korean Film Festival Concludes After Introducing Diverse Trends and New Voices in Korean Cinema

The three-day festival drew approximately 2,200 cumulative audience visits, bringing Korean filmmakers and Hollywood talent together. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 1st Los Angeles Korean Film Festival (LAKFF …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 17:17 GMT

SP Cinecorp and CineLeap Announce Strategic Partnership to Bring India Distribution and Production Technology Together

Companies intend to explore a first-look distribution relationship in India, alongside a future technology licensing pathway for India and the UAE. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SP Cinecorp Cinematic Venture …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 16:49 GMT

Michigan Icon Tashera White Signs On to New Film 'Hello, Apocalypse'

The legendary Tashera White officially enters director Jeremy Eden's highly anticipated sci-fi universe, headlining the cast of 'Hello, Apocalypse.' ANN ARBOR, MI, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A major …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 16:30 GMT

Jolt.film Launches The Balloonists With Global Balloon Festival Release Strategy

Jolt launches the film at Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Oct 3, alongside its digital release on Jolt.film, and balloon festival screenings worldwide NY, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the release of The …

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