Talemwa Pius’ “A Vineyard for a Lobster” and Mohammed Sheikh’s “Accept My Plea for a Burial” won the top prizes at Locarno’s Open Doors, the festival’s industry program spotlighting African cinema. The awards give the filmmakers increased visibility and development support, underscoring a growing international focus on emerging African talent.

The Guardian examines the surge of explicit sexual content in this summer's movie releases, citing examples like lesbian scenes, latex, and pricey condoms. The piece explores the cultural and industry reasons behind this fixation, and what it reveals about contemporary film trends.

The Guardian offers a ranked list of British author Beryl Bainbridge’s novels, spotlighting her signature dark humour, historical disasters, and morally complex characters. The piece serves as a critical guide for readers exploring her distinctive, often unsettling fiction.

Sami Abu Wardeh, a Palestinian comedian based in the UK, speaks about his Edinburgh Fringe performance, where comedy serves as a source of hope amid hardship. The show draws on his personal experiences and identity, offering audiences a humorous yet heartfelt perspective on Palestinian life. It highlights how comedy can be a powerful vehicle for cultural storytelling and connection.

This review examines RL Stine's latest horror story, "Pumpkinhead," from the creator of Goosebumps. The plot centers on a child imprisoned inside a colossal pumpkin. The review assesses how effective the scares are for a younger audience.

The first teaser for the Venice Film Festival title "No Paradise if You Are Killed by a Woman" shows a female sniper taking on ISIS. The exclusive debut highlights the film's focus on women in combat against extremism. This marks an early look at a notable festival entry.

A fire broke out at a club linked to the Full Monty stage show, and investigators suspect arson. The blaze caused damage, though no injuries were reported. Police are investigating the cause.

Netflix has confirmed a sequel to its French thriller "Ad Vitam," with Guillaume Canet returning to star. The announcement signals the streaming platform's continued investment in French-language original films. The follow-up project's plot and release date have not yet been disclosed.

Variety exclusively reports that Latin Quarter Distribution has acquired worldwide rights to 'Maltrato Animal', a Uruguayan crime thriller directed by José Dell'Acqua. The deal enables the film to reach international audiences beyond its home market. This signals growing interest in Uruguayan genre cinema on the global distribution stage.