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The Dead Don’t Die – first look review

by Hannah Strong

Jim Jarmusch takes aim at the ills of capitalism in this star-studded smalltown zombie comedy.
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Once Upon a Time in Hollywood added to Cannes line-up

by Adam Woodward

Quentin Tarantino’s ninth film, starring Brad Pitt and Leonardo DiCaprio, will receive its world première at the festival.
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A new documentary exposes the devastating reality of fish farming

by Ed Gibbs

Artifishal reveals the grim impact humanity is having on wild salmon populations.
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You Don’t Nomi – first look review

by Ed Gibbs

Paul Verhoeven’s infamously trashy Showgirls is reappraised by commentators and fans ahead of its 25th anniversary.
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Robert Eggers’ The Lighthouse to premiere at the 51st Directors’ Fortnight

by Adam Woodward

The American director’s Robert Pattinson-starring horror is heading to Cannes.
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A Keanu Reeves film festival promises a most excellent adventure

by Josh Slater-Williams

Matchbox Cineclub’s KeanuCon weekender will chart the cult star’s career from babe to Baba Yaga.
Large promotional display for 10th TCM Classic Film Festival, featuring a woman in a brightly coloured dress standing in front of a mural depicting a classic film scene.
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Reconnecting with Hollywood’s past at the 10th TCM Classic Film Festival

by Rebecca Nicole Williams

The annual showcase of vintage movies welcomed a host of stars and eager cinephiles.
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Xavier Dolan, Terrence Malick headline 72nd Cannes Film Festival

by Adam Woodward

This year’s Official Selection features new works from Jim Jarmusch, Bong Joon-ho and Jessica Hausner.
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The Dead Don’t Die to open the 72nd Cannes Film Festival

by Adam Woodward

Jim Jarmusch’s star-studded zombie comedy will receive its world première on 14 May.
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Virtual Arthouse: Tsai Ming-liang’s The Deserted at the Taiwan Film Festival

by Anton Bitel

An 8K presentation of the director’s VR project provides a uniquely immersive experience.