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'1917' Wins Seven Nods at 2020 BAFTA Awards
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'1917' Wins Seven Nods at 2020 BAFTA Awards

The World War I movie dominates the 2020 British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs), collecting a total of seven nods including Best Film and Best Director for Sam Mendes.

Cynthia Erivo Feels Sad Being the Only Black Actress to Get Oscar Nomination This Year
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Cynthia Erivo Feels Sad Being the Only Black Actress to Get Oscar Nomination This Year

The 'Harriet' actress is saddened by the lack of diversity at this year's nominations for the 92nd annual Academy Awards and vows to fight for change in the entertainment industry.

'Parasite' and 'Jojo Rabbit' Win Big at 2020 WGA Awards
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'Parasite' and 'Jojo Rabbit' Win Big at 2020 WGA Awards

The Bong Joon-ho-directed movie and the Taika Waititi-helmed film grab a top honor each at the Writers Guild of America Awards ahead of the highly-anticipated Oscars.

Cynthia Erivo Keen to Explore Her Sexuality on Screen
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Cynthia Erivo Keen to Explore Her Sexuality on Screen

The 'Harriet' actress says in a new interview that she would love to play a character that shows black women's sensuality or do a superhero movie like 'Black Panther'.

Gugu Mbatha-Raw Calls Awards Shows' Lack of Inclusivity 'Discouraging'
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Gugu Mbatha-Raw Calls Awards Shows' Lack of Inclusivity 'Discouraging'

Taking to the stage at the annual Newport Beach U.K. Honors event in London, 'The Morning Show' actress encourages others to remember that they are 'part of a community.'

'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' Prequel Leans Toward Casting Female Actor as Willy Wonka
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'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' Prequel Leans Toward Casting Female Actor as Willy Wonka

The upcoming movie that will revolve around the eccentric chocolatier character has 'Paddington' director Paul King serving behind the lens, and Simon Rich working on its script.

Ralph Fiennes in Talks to Play Evil Miss Trunchbull in 'Matilda'
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Ralph Fiennes in Talks to Play Evil Miss Trunchbull in 'Matilda'

While the 'Harry Potter' villain is linked to the gender-bending role in the film adaptation of 'Matilda the Musical', Emma Stone is said to be eyed to play Miss Honey.

Taylor Swift Commended by Republican Senator Slammed in 'Miss Americana'
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Taylor Swift Commended by Republican Senator Slammed in 'Miss Americana'

Even though the 'ME!' singer's new documentary features a less-than-favourable mention of her and her views, Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee claims the two of them have found some common ground.

Helen Mirren Calls Out BAFTA Over All-White Nominations
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Helen Mirren Calls Out BAFTA Over All-White Nominations

The 'Berlin, I Love You' star urges people to demand change in the British awards show following the lack of nomination to non-white stars for this year's ceremony.

'Parasite' Dominates 2020 London Film Critics' Circle Awards
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'Parasite' Dominates 2020 London Film Critics' Circle Awards

The Bong Joon Ho-directed comedy thriller brings home two top honors from the prizegiving event, while Joaquin Phoenix and Renee Zellweger land acting kudos for their work on 'Joker' and 'Judy'.

Sebastian Stan Appears to Diss Captain America and Bucky's Ending in 'Avengers: Endgame'
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Sebastian Stan Appears to Diss Captain America and Bucky's Ending in 'Avengers: Endgame'

The Bucky Barnes depicter agrees with a fan who is taken aback by the 'out-of-character writing' for his character and Steve Rogers' storyline in the last 'Avengers' movie.

'The Lion King' Takes Home Top Honor From 2020 Visual Effects Society Awards
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'The Lion King' Takes Home Top Honor From 2020 Visual Effects Society Awards

Other winners in film category include 'The Irishman' and 'Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker', while the TV section sees 'The Mandalorian' and 'Game of Thrones' come out triumphant.

Linda Hamilton Gets Real About Being Done With 'Terminator' Franchise
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Linda Hamilton Gets Real About Being Done With 'Terminator' Franchise

While she would be 'quite happy to never return,' the Sarah Connor depicter does suggest that future movies 'should definitely not be such a high-risk financial venture.'

Blake Lively Considers Reactions to Her 'Rhythm Section' Transformation 'Very Offensive'
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Blake Lively Considers Reactions to Her 'Rhythm Section' Transformation 'Very Offensive'

Speaking to Jimmy Fallon, the star in this Reed Morano-directed action film stresses that the images people mistakenly thought as before and after makeup actually took an hour to produce.

French's Oscars Slammed for Giving Roman Polanski Many Nominations
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French's Oscars Slammed for Giving Roman Polanski Many Nominations

However, the head of Cesars Awards defends the organization's decision as women's rights activists stress that the director, who fled to the U.S. after his rape conviction, should not be celebrated.

Mel Gibson and Danny Glover Set to Return for 'Lethal Weapon 5'
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Mel Gibson and Danny Glover Set to Return for 'Lethal Weapon 5'

Producer Daniel Lin claims that Warner Bros. has been working to bring a fifth and final 'Lethal Weapon' film, with director Richard Donner also on board to return for the new installment.

Seth Rogen Joins Forces With 'The Batman' Screenwriter to Adapt 'Memetic'
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Seth Rogen Joins Forces With 'The Batman' Screenwriter to Adapt 'Memetic'

Based on James Tynion IV's horror comic, this big screen adaptation centers on a deadly internet meme which sends viewers into violent rages and leads to the downfall of society.

Roman Polanski's Movie Receives 12 Nominations at 2020 France's Oscars
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Roman Polanski's Movie Receives 12 Nominations at 2020 France's Oscars

'An Officer and a Spy' leads the pack, dominating the nominations list with a dozen nods including Best Film, Best Director for Roman Polanski, and Best Actor for Jean Dujardin.

'Knives Out', 'Jojo Rabbit', 'Maleficent 2' Win at 2020 Costume Designers Guild Awards
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'Knives Out', 'Jojo Rabbit', 'Maleficent 2' Win at 2020 Costume Designers Guild Awards

The other winners at the January 28 awards show include 'Game of Thrones' for the episode 'The Iron Throne' and 'The Masked Singer' for the season finale.

Kobe Bryant to Be Honored at 2020 Oscars
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Kobe Bryant to Be Honored at 2020 Oscars

The NBA superstar who perished in a helicopter crash will reportedly be remembered in a special tribute at the upcoming 92nd annual Academy Awards ceremony in February.