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Top woman conductor says Blanchett's 'Tar' is 'misogynistic'

"Tar" is tipped to win Cate Blanchett a third Oscar for her role as a power-hungry conductor, but for one real-life pioneer in the job, the film does a "disservice to women".. Alsop objects that "Tar" repeats stereotypes about powerful women being abusive, hysterical and unhinged.

Damien Chazelle: 'There's a lot of fear in Hollywood'

Damien Chazelle's new film pulls zero punches in its drug-addled, vomit-splattered vision of Hollywood's early years, and the French-American filmmaker laments that today's industry has lost some of its wild side.. "Thirty or 40 years ago, it was not uncommon to see films like this.

De La Soul finally stream albums after years of legal woes

Hip-hop pioneers De La Soul are finally releasing their classic early hits on streaming platforms from Friday after decades-long battles over their samples.. - 'We were frustrated' - Known for their positive spirit, in contrast to the tough gangster image of West Coast rap at the time, De La Soul are now heralded as one of the most influential hip-hop groups of all time.

Hollywood producers salute blockbuster sequels as Oscar vote begins

Hollywood's big-shot producers named blockbuster sequels "Avatar: The Way of Water" and "Top Gun: Maverick" among last year's best films Thursday -- the same day that voting for Oscars nominations got under way.. The PGA happened to release its shortlist this year on the very same day that the voting window opened for Oscars nominations.

Air New Zealand takes 'SussexClass' dig at Prince Harry

Air New Zealand took a dig at Prince Harry on social media Friday, promoting a "SussexClass" in response to the Duke of Sussex's claim that his wife had booked a first-class seat on the airline. . "Introducing #SussexClass, apparently coming soon," Air New Zealand posted on Facebook and Twitter, referring to Harry and Meghan's titles of Duke and Duchess of Sussex. 

Shakira sets social media alight with song haranguing ex Pique

Colombian star Shakira set social media alight on Thursday with the release of her latest song, in which she takes aim once again at ex-partner Gerard Pique, a retired Spanish footballer.. Reactions to the song began trending on social media, where Shakira has tens of millions of followers.

French hunter dodges jail over killing man mistaken for boar

A French hunter on Thursday avoided prison over the killing of a Franco-British man he had mistaken for a boar, disappointing relatives and friends who had wanted a stiffer penalty.. "The message has been sent that if you kill someone, there are absolutely no consequences," said Peggy, a friend of Keane's, who did not give her last name.

Lisa Marie Presley rushed to hospital after cardiac arrest: TMZ

Lisa Marie Presley was rushed to a California hospital Thursday following cardiac arrest, according to entertainment outlet TMZ. Elvis' daughter regained her pulse following CPR from paramedics, the outlet said, citing unnamed sources close to Presley.. Just days ago Presley attended the Golden Globes ceremony with her mother Priscilla, where they saw actor Austin Butler win the prize for best actor in a drama, for his portrayal of "The King."