Chaplin cane, Superman suit among Hollywood icons for sale
31/03/2012 - ENTERTAINMENT

Chaplin cane, Superman suit among Hollywood icons for sale

Such iconic items as Charlie Chaplin's cane and a Superman suit are on offer at a "Hollywood Legends" auction this weekend, along with a riding jacket worn by Clark Gable in "Gone With the Wind" and Charlton Heston's robe from "The Ten Commandments".
'The Artist' sweeps BAFTAs
12/02/2012 - FRENCH CINEMA

'The Artist' sweeps BAFTAs

The French silent film sensation "The Artist" swept Sunday's BAFTA awards, winning best film, best director, and best leading actor for star Jean Dujardin (pictured).
Elizabeth Taylor pearl sold for record $11.84 million
14/12/2011 - CULTURE

Elizabeth Taylor pearl sold for record $11.84 million

A pear-shaped white pearl once owned by European royals and Hollywood movie legend Elizabeth Taylor sold for a record $11.84 million at auction in New York on Tuesday. Known as the Peregrina pearl, it has been portrayed in art for centuries.
Robert Wagner 'not suspect' in wife Natalie Wood's death
19/11/2011 - USA

Robert Wagner 'not suspect' in wife Natalie Wood's death

Just one day after Los Angeles police reopened an investigation into the 1981 death of Hollywood star Natalie Wood, homicide detectives said Friday that her husband, actor Robert Wagner, is not considered a suspect in the case.
Investigation into Natalie Wood's death reopened
19/11/2011 - UNITED STATES

Investigation into Natalie Wood's death reopened

Los Angeles homicide investigators have reopened an investigation into the 1981 death of Hollywood star Natalie Wood following new information they received about the case. Wood's drowning prompted tabloid speculation that foul play was involved.
Paris game week: Ubisoft's big gamble on Tintin
17/10/2011 - TECH 24

Paris game week: Ubisoft's big gamble on Tintin

The 2nd annual Paris gaming convention is getting underway in the French capital. An estimated +100,000 enthusiasts, developers and executives are expected to attend the show where one of the major attractions will be Ubisoft's launch of its newest title "Tintin." The French game-maker is teaming up with Steven Spielberg and Peter Jackson to produce the game.
Hilary Swank 'regrets' honouring Chechen leader
13/10/2011 - CAUCASUS

Hilary Swank 'regrets' honouring Chechen leader

Human Rights Watch has criticised Hollywood actress Hilary Swank (pictured), Belgian actor Jean-Claude Van Damme and other stars for honouring Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov in a move it says "trivialises the suffering" of the war-torn republic.
Harry Potter fans curse Indonesian boycott
12/07/2011 - INDONESIA

Harry Potter fans curse Indonesian boycott

Indonesian fans of Harry Potter who will miss out on the latest installment of the wizard’s adventures are casting angry curses on their government for imposing a film tax that has led Hollywood studios to boycott the country.
Economic warfare on the silver screen
25/06/2011 - BEYOND BUSINESS

Economic warfare on the silver screen

It's a battle that is playing out on a silver screen near you. In this edition of the show we take a look at the soft power of cinema. How can culture and film boost a country’s economic interests? A team from France 24 was at the Cannes Film Festival to find out.
Hitler in Hollywood
04/05/2011 - CULTURE

Hitler in Hollywood

Lisa Nesselson is here to tell us about an international conspiracy to control the European film industry. "H.H. - Hitler in Hollywood" by Belgian director Frederic Sojcher and starring actress Maria de Madeiros hits French screens today. Plus, the Disney biopic "Secretariat" about the greatest racehorse who ever lived, will be out next week on DVD.
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