4 d. ago Netflix adapting ‘fantastic classic’ period drama based on ‘much loved’ novels

Netflix has confirmed it is making a period drama for a new generation of viewers

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1 week ago 20 movies to look out for in 2026, from The Odyssey to Devil Wears Prada 2

Sandworms and superheroes, Fennells and Fockers, and about 1,000 films starring Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson and Zendaya lead our 20 must-see movies for the 12 months ahead, as selected by Jacob Stolworthy and Adam White

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1 week ago Demon Slayer economics: how the anime juggernaut became a saviour

Once underground art form now props up slumped box office sales and is used by governments to build soft powerAn animated drama featuring hordes of carnivorous fiends might not sound like classic box office fodder, but that’s exactly what Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle proved to be in September.The film set new records for anime – Japanese animated films and series – making more than $70m (£52m) on its opening weekend in the US and £535m so far globally. To put that in context, Ghost in the Shell – an anime classic released in 1995 – made about £2m worldwide. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago First look at 'crazy' period action drama prequel series based on classic novels

The series should offer a fresh take on a beloved classic character

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3 w. ago 'Beautiful' period drama based on classic novel is free to watch

Fans have praised the six-episode 1983 adaptation as the most faithful version of Austen's novel

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4 w. ago The Drama: Will there be a classic A24 twist in Zendaya and Robert Pattinson's new film?

Film fans are being whipped into a frenzy by what might well be just clever marketing tactics

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4 w. ago Jennifer Lawrence has 'never been better' in 'exhilarating' drama streaming at home very soon

Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson star in a critically acclaimed film that's been tipped for the Oscars and is now getting a streaming release soon

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