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The Mother of All Lies review – pursuing the truth of Morocco’s brutal dictatorship years

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Asmae El Moudir employs a delicate mix of handmade replicas and oral testimony to brilliantly evoke personal and collective trauma Between those who refuse to remember and those who struggle to forget, a tumultuous clash of minds occupies the centre of Asmae El Moudir’s inventive documentary, a prize-winner at last year’s Cannes film festival. Through a constellation of clay figurines and dollhouse-style miniature sets, most of which were constructed by El Moudir’s father, the director recreates her oppressive childhood in the Sebata district of Casablanca. Under the watchful eyes of her domineering grandmother Zahra, all personal photos are banished from the house, save for a picture of King Hassan II. The delicate mix of handmade replicas and oral testimony brilliantly evokes the personal and collective trauma that stem from Morocco’s “Years of Lead” – a period of state brutality under Hassan II’s dictatorial rule. Lingering on the nimble fingers of El Moudir’s father as he puts t
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Madame Web review – Marvel’s junky spin-off is a tangled mess

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Dakota Johnson lazily leads an incompetent attempt to set up a new character, made almost incoherent by last-minute changes It was an inevitable collapse after a reign of such unwarranted length and unparalleled indulgence, superhero movies totalling eight a year during the 2010s, a lucrative yet tiresome stronghold. There were brief highlights within the flurry but such lazy overreliance left little room for other blockbuster genres to flourish and led studios to scrape barrels, giving us more and more of something we’d ultimately had enough of. Last year saw an overwhelming rejection (The Flash, Shazam 2, The Marvels, Ant-Man 3, Aquaman 2 all underperforming) and now the fallout, the first of the year doubling up as a Powerpoint presentation on what went wrong and how not to fix it. Developed back in 2019, given a green light in 2020, filmed during 2022 and then allegedly undergoing reshoots last year, Madame Web was envisioned as a way to extend Marvel and Sony’s Spider-Man univer
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Aditya Narayan phone-throwing incident: Event manager sheds light on “truth”; says, “He kept continuously hitting and dragging Aditya”

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Singer Aditya Narayan's recent concert at Rungta R2 College in Bhilai, Chhattisgarh, sparked online outrage after a video showed him snatching and throwing away a fan's phone. Now, the event manager clarified the incident, claiming the fan's behaviour provoked Aditya's reaction. In an interview with Zoom, the event manager stated that the involved individual wasn't a student but was "constantly dragging Aditya's feet nonstop." He added, "He was very irritating. He banged his phone on Aditya's feet multiple times. After that only did he lose his cool." The manager further disclosed that the fan took "almost 200 selfies" with Aditya before the incident. He added “Even Darshan Rawal stopped doing such college events because these kinds of activities keep happening in every city. People don't know the truth behind everything.” The manager continued, “If this boy was right, he would have come forward and told the college author
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Ronnie Screwvala joins Shark Tank India 3; shares his "Eight failures, two successes" mantra

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Shark Tank India Season 3 has been stirring the entrepreneurial waters with its captivating pitches and diverse panel of investors, known as "sharks." The show just got even more exciting with the addition of seasoned businessman and film producer Ronnie Screwvala as the latest "shark." Screwvala, co-founder of UpGrad and the Swades Foundation, brings a wealth of experience to the table. In a recent promo, he candidly shared his journey of three decades, highlighting both his eight "failures" and two "successes." His powerful quote, "If I hadn't had the eight failures, my two successes may not have been as big as I wanted them to be," speaks volumes about his resilience and belief in learning from setbacks. The promo delves deeper into Screwvala's background, showcasing his humble beginnings and how the lack of self-entitlement fueled his professional drive. He also emphasizes the collaborative spirit fostered by his upbringin
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Madame Web review – Marvel’s junky spin-off is a tangled mess

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Dakota Johnson lazily leads an incompetent attempt to set up a new character, made almost incoherent by last-minute changes It was an inevitable collapse after a reign of such unwarranted length and unparalleled indulgence, superhero movies totalling eight a year during the 2010s, a lucrative yet tiresome stronghold. There were brief highlights within the flurry but such lazy overreliance left little room for other blockbuster genres to flourish and led studios to scrape barrels, giving us more and more of something we’d ultimately had enough of. Last year saw an overwhelming rejection (The Flash, Shazam 2, The Marvels, Ant-Man 3, Aquaman 2 all underperforming) and now the fallout, the first of the year doubling up as a Powerpoint presentation on what went wrong and how not to fix it. Developed back in 2019, given a green light in 2020, filmed during 2022 and then allegedly undergoing reshoots last year, Madame Web was envisioned as a way to extend Marvel and Sony’s Spider-Man univer
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ASTRA Awards: Jawan director Atlee shares Red Carpet moments and expresses gratitude to Shah Rukh Khan

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In 2023, Shah Rukh Khan and director Atlee's collaborative venture, Jawan, emerged as one of the highest-grossing Indian films, capturing hearts worldwide with its narrative and stellar performances. Its success culminated in a prestigious nomination at the ASTRA Awards, a significant accolade presented by the Hollywood Creative Alliance. Jawan made history as the sole Indian film nominated in the Best International Feature category at the esteemed ASTRA Awards. Although it faced tough competition and ultimately lost to Anatomy of Fall, its nomination itself was a testament to the film's global impact and recognition. Recently, Atlee, accompanied by his wife Priya, reminisced about the momentous occasion by sharing a throwback video from the ASTRA Awards on his social media platforms. The video captured Atlee engaging with various media outlets on the red carpet, showcasing the atmosphere of the event. Expressing his gratitude, Atlee dedicated the nomination and appreciation
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Deepika Padukone to grace BAFTA awards 2024 as presenter alongside David Beckham, Dua Lipa and others

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As the prestigious BAFTA awards draw near, a star-studded lineup of presenters has been confirmed, including renowned personalities such as David Beckham, Cate Blanchett, and Dua Lipa. Joining this esteemed list is Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone, who is set to grace the stage at the upcoming ceremony on Sunday, February 18. Deepika Padukone will be presenting a coveted BAFTA Film Award alongside luminaries from the entertainment industry. The BAFTA ceremony promises a captivating evening with an array of presenters, including Adjoa Andoh from the series Bridgerton, Hugh Grant from Wonka, and Lily Collins from Emily in Paris. The event will also feature appearances by acclaimed actors Emma Corrin, Gillian Anderson, Himesh Patel, and Idris Elba. The BAFTA Film Awards, scheduled to take place at the Royal Festival Hall in London, will be broadcast on the BBC and iPlayer in the U.K., as well as on streaming platform Britbox for international audiences. The event is expected to draw
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Tell Me About It review – British Asian Gen Z drama bounces between crime and kitchen sink

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Two young women on a jaunt find themselves embroiled with drug gangsters in director Suman Hanif’s uneven feature Here is a film set in the British-Pakistani community that focuses on two Gen Z girls on the cusp of adulthood: Halima (Nimrah S Zaman) and Amara (Ariya Larker). Halima is the daughter of an MP with plans to get tougher on drug-related crime, while Amara is just trying to get by despite a turbulent family life, with parents who seemingly can’t stand each other and a brother struggling to find his path in life and considering a job in a call centre. So far, so social-realist, but when Halima and Amara plan a weekend away, Amara gets kidnapped by accident by a goon working for a drug kingpin who, claiming “all brown girls look the same to me”, mistakes her for Halima. The director, Suman Hanif, has said that Tell Me About It is aiming to hold a mirror up to represent the experiences of the British South Asian community; presumably this applies to the family dynamics and fri
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Mithun Chakraborty to be discharged from hospital today; son Mimoh reveals, “Dad is hundred percent fine”

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For an aging star, even a sneeze is a luxury. Mithun Chakraborty got himself checked into hospital a few days ago. The speculators of the entertainment media got busy writing alarmist reports of his health. This writer connected with Mithunda’s wife and son for a true report of the actor’s health. Mithunda’s media shy wife Yogeeta Bali (herself a notable star of the 1970s) said, “He's absolutely okay now. His sugar levels had shot up. Now it’s totally under control.” Mithunda’s son Mimoh said, “Dad is a hundred percent fine. He was admitted to the hospital for a routine sugar-level check-up. He is super-fine now and he is being discharged from hospital today.” Some time ago in December when this writer had interviewed Mithunda for his touching performance in Kabuliwala, we had spoken about his unfulfilled wishes and he had passionately replied, “None, absolutely nothing Subhash, my friend. I have got more than I ever dreamt of. Bass abb sirf ek tamanna hai. I want good health f
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Aditya Narayan faces backlash for hitting fan and throwing phone during concert; watch

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Aditya Narayan, the renowned singer and television host, has found himself at the center of controversy once again, this time for an incident during a concert in Chhattisgarh. A video that has gone viral on social media shows Aditya losing his temper and hitting a fan before throwing their phone away during a live performance. The incident occurred over the weekend when Aditya was hosting a concert at a college in Chhattisgarh. As he was performing the popular song ‘Aaj Ki Raat from the movie Don, a fan recording the performance caught his attention. What followed was a sudden burst of anger from Aditya. In the video, Aditya can be seen hitting the fan with his microphone and then snatching the fan's phone before hurling it into the crowd. The audience, taken aback by the singer's unexpected reaction, looked on in shock. The incident quickly drew criticism from social media users, who condemned Aditya's behaviour as unacceptable and disrespectful to his fans. What the f i
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‘Sin is fun!’ Martin Scorsese on brutality, love – and his rebirth on TikTok

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At 81, the great film director suddenly has a second career as a social media star. He talks about working with his daughter, the Oscar-nominated Killers of the Flower Moon and his journey from the mean streets of 1940s New York I have been talking to Martin Scorsese for two minutes and apparently the interview is already over. We’re discussing his most recent movie, Killers of the Flower Moon, which has been nominated for 10 Oscars, including a record 10th best director nomination for Scorsese. But he has been promoting the film since last April, he says. “For the most part, the reaction to the film is beyond encouraging. It’s very, very appreciated. However, I think I want to get back to making something as soon as possible. Like now. Right now. Today.” Then he makes to get up from his chair and walk off. “Yes, right now. I’m going to leave right now.” Continue reading... from Film | The Guardian https://ift.tt/v2okaqg via IFTTT
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