CULTURE - Page 8

Lee Tamahori announced his arrival as a major cinematic force in 1994 with a debut that remains his most powerful work. The film, “Once Were Warriors,” delivered a raw and unflinching look

Pauline Collins, who has passed away at 85, will forever be linked with the spirited, life-affirming character of Shirley Valentine. The 1989 film adaptation of Willy Russell’s celebrated stage play provided the

Director Gurinder Chadha has unveiled her latest cinematic reinvention, transforming Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” into a vibrant musical titled “Christmas Karma.” The film features Kunal Nayyar as Mr. Sood, a contemporary

In Clint Bentley’s moving adaptation, a quiet logger’s inner world becomes the emotional core of a sweeping American story. Joel Edgerton delivers a powerful, near-silent performance as Robert Grainier, a member of

Daniel Day-Lewis delivers a formidable performance in a new film that explores the heavy burden of a troubled past. His commanding presence anchors a story filled with intense moments and powerful imagery,

Fiona Shaw, the celebrated actor known for her commanding presence across stage and screen, recently offered a rare glimpse into her artistic process and the philosophy that guides her work. In a

A new film takes viewers inside the world of British greyhound racing, a sport deeply rooted in working-class tradition that now faces a steady decline. The documentary approaches its subject with clear

A new cinematic work set during the Great War presents a quietly powerful exploration of repressed emotions and community tensions in a small Yorkshire town. The narrative follows a group of men

The recent critical evisceration of a high-profile television program has sparked a fundamental debate about the limits of negative criticism. When a production receives the unprecedented distinction of zero stars, it raises