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The Guardian: Cinematic bombshell from Kim

It's the runaway film sensation of the summer, it comes direct from one of the world's most secretive and repressive dictatorships - and it is heading for a screen near you. "The Schoolgirl's Diary," which recounts an ordinary North Korean teenager's aspirations for a better life, is the first film from the state to be sold to a Western distributor for decades. Despite the fact that North Korea's 'Dear Leader' Kim Jong-il - a well-known film buff - advised on the script, its natural style is said to be very different from former North Korean classics such as "Sea of Blood," "Flames Spreading Over the Land" and "The Path to Awakening." James ...

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AWARDS WATCH: IFP Unveils Gotham Nominees: "The Departed," "Half Nelson," "Little Children," "Marie

The Independent Feature Project (IFP) announced the nominees for its 16th Annual Gotham Awards fundraiser, unveiling a selection of films that may stun some observers. The nominating committee for the Gotham Award for best picture chose a list that includes an incredibly wide spectrum of films. Rang...

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AP: African films find audience in Hollywood

The title of the latest film out of Africa -- "Catch a Fire" -- might describe what's happening with cinema on the continent. African moviemaking has caught a fire. International filmmakers have found stories they want to tell there. Hollywood has taken an interest in serious films set in Africa. Ho...

"Exile" to Open 10th Toronto Reel Asian Fest

The North American premiere of Patrick Tam's "After This, Our Exile" will open the 10th Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival taking place November 15 - 19. On tap are 76 titles from 17 countries, inclucing 15 world, one international and three North American debuts. Closing the festival ar...

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