Pedro Almodóvar’s “All About My Mother” closes Lumiere Fest

Pedro Almodóvar’s “All About My Mother” closes Lumiere Fest

October 20, 2014 - 13:24 AMT  09:24 GMT
“All About My Mother” brought to an end a vibrant festival blessed by fulsome occupancy rates for films 40, 70 and 90 years old.
Lavrov: U.S. tries to use situation in Ukraine ‘to put Russia in its place’

Lavrov: U.S. tries to use situation in Ukraine ‘to put Russia in its place’

October 20, 2014 - 13:15 AMT  09:15 GMT
The FM said Washington was willing to resolve the existing problems, but its approach was aimed at serving U.S. interests alone.
Fox Searchlight to buy Jake Gyllenhaal, Naomi Watts’ “Demolition”

Fox Searchlight to buy Jake Gyllenhaal, Naomi Watts’ “Demolition”

October 20, 2014 - 13:07 AMT  09:07 GMT
“Demolition” centers on an investment banker (Gyllenhaal) who finds himself in emotional turmoil after the death of his wife.
Russia’s “Leviathan” wins best film award at London Festival

Russia’s “Leviathan” wins best film award at London Festival

October 20, 2014 - 12:57 AMT  08:57 GMT
The prize for the most impressive screen debut went to Sameena Jabeen Ahmed for her performance in the film “Catch Me Daddy.”
China donates $6mln for food in Ebola-stricken countries

China donates $6mln for food in Ebola-stricken countries

October 20, 2014 - 12:53 AMT  08:53 GMT
Altogether, donors have given nearly $400 million to UN agencies and aid groups, still far from the $988 million requested.
Universal sets release dates for “Cybernatural,” “Jem & the Holograms”

Universal sets release dates for “Cybernatural,” “Jem & the Holograms”

October 20, 2014 - 12:48 AMT  08:48 GMT
“Jem,” based on a 1980's cartoon, follows a small-town girl who catapults from underground video sensation to global superstar.
Jay Leno awarded with Mark Twain Prize for American Humor

Jay Leno awarded with Mark Twain Prize for American Humor

October 20, 2014 - 12:36 AMT  08:36 GMT
The comedian joins previous honorees which include Carol Burnett, Ellen DeGeneres, Will Ferrell and Bill Cosby.
Japan’s Takashi Miike gets Rome Fests’ Maverick Director Award

Japan’s Takashi Miike gets Rome Fests’ Maverick Director Award

October 20, 2014 - 12:26 AMT  08:26 GMT
The director is a regular at the festival, having previously screened The Lesson of the Evil in 2012 and “The Mole Song” in 2013.
Jason Momoa's “Game of Thrones” audition tape surfaces

Jason Momoa's “Game of Thrones” audition tape surfaces (video)

 October 20, 2014 - 12:19 AMT  08:19 GMT
Momoa told AOL in August that he was actually asked to say "no" in a menacing manner multiple times during his audition.
David Fincher's “Gone Girl” races past $200 million globally

David Fincher's “Gone Girl” races past $200 million globally

October 20, 2014 - 12:08 AMT  08:08 GMT
Horror prequel “Annabelle” likewise remains a strong global player, with an impressive $166.1 million in total ticket sales.
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