Sri Lankan Economic Crisis is Potent Backdrop for Prasanna Vithanage’s Busan Competition Title ‘Paradise’

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media Reporter Sony Pictures Classics has acquired North American rights to “Wicked Little Letters,” a stranger-than-fiction mystery comedy starring Olivia Colman and Jessie Buckley. The movie, directed by “Me Before You” filmmaker Thea Sharrock, had its world premiere at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival. “Wicked Little Letters” will debut in theaters sometime in 2024.

Ellise Shafer Cineflix Media, a leading independent producer and distributor, is expanding its operations by opening a Vancouver branch of Cineflix Studios run by industry veteran Mark Miller. The Vancouver office will “focus on producing and co-producing scripted series, movies, and factual content for North American and international streamers and broadcasters,” according to a press release.

Sevdaliza and Grimes have collaborated on a new song called “Nothing Lasts Forever.” The song is the first time the two artists have worked together. Check it out below.

Every Friday, The FADER's writers dive into the most exciting new projects released that week. Today, read our thoughts on Tkay Maidza's Sweet Justice, Actress' LXXXVIII, Hotline TNT's Cartwheel, and more.

Olivia Rodrigo's contribution to The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes soundtrack, titled "Can't Catch Me Now," is streaming now. Scroll down to listen to the song.

Aitch has today (November 3) shared his new single ‘Landslide’ featuring Nafe Smallz – check it out below.Produced by WhyJay and LiTek, the new track “combines rolling bass lines with Aitch’s witty lyrical prowess and Nafe’s smooth vocal hook,” according to a press release.The musician — whose real name is Harrison James Armstrong – can be seen partying in the song’s accompanying video with Nafe Smallz. A press release added the track was “an exciting teaser of what’s to come from Manchester’s finest,” suggesting more new music is on the way soon.Check out the track and the new video here: Back in summer, Aitch made news with his performance at Glastonbury following his 21-track setlist that included ‘Safe To Say’, ‘Louis Vuitton’ and ‘Raw’.

The Beatles’ “final” song, ‘Now And Then’ has been shared – directed by Peter Jackson and featuring newly unearthed footage of the members.

The Boys spin-off Gen V.Led by showrunners Michele Fazekas and Tara Butters, the spin-off series follows the lives of superhero students at the Vought International-owned Godolkin University.Gen V stars a fresh cast of relative newcomers, including Jaz Sinclair, Chance Perdomo, Lizze Broadway, Maddie Phillips and Asa Germann.In October, Amazon announced the series had been renewed for a second season.The show’s score is composed by Matt Bowen and Christopher Lennertz, who also provided the soundtrack to The Boys. You can stream their soundtrack below.A bunch of songs by renowned artists also feature in the series, including the likes of Missy Elliott, Remi Wolf, Yeah Yeah Yeahs and Annie Lennox.You can check out an episode-by-episode breakdown of the songs below.Episode one – God U‘Anxiety’ – Megan Thee Stallion‘Dancing With Myself’ – The Donnas‘Show You Love’ – Jalen Owusu, Niall Lavelle & Tobias Silvester‘WTF (Where They From)’ – Missy Elliott feat. Pharrell Williams‘Remember Me’ – Benny The Butcher‘Vulgar’ – Madonna, Sam Smith‘BRB’ – JTM feat. Shanghai & Tia Thompson‘Edamame’ – bbno$‘Body Talk’ – D’Auria feat. Fran‘Celebrity Skin’ – HoleEpisode two – First Day‘Nothing Else Matters’ – Phoebe Bridgers‘Move!’ – Batuk‘Photo I.D.’ – Remi Wolf‘Venus’ – BananaramaEpisode three – #ThinkBrink‘Whatta Man’ – Salt-N-Pepa’Take The Night’ – La Felix‘Just Wanna Dance’ – Dave James‘’Dance In Place (Treasure Fingers Dub Remix)’ – CLAVVS‘Discoteka’ – Minelli‘Intoxicated’ – Rozee‘Make It So Good’ – Noah Neiman‘Growing Up Is’ – Ruel‘I Wanna Be Sedated’ – Rockaway BitchEpisode four – The Whole Truth‘True’ – Spandau Ballet‘Want Want’ – Maggie Rogers‘Work It’ – Missy ElliottEpisode five – Welcome To The Monster Club‘FREAK’ – Shygirl‘Control

Destiny 2 has admitted that it has “lost a lot of [players] trust” after announcements about layoffs and a possible delay to the new expansion.“This has been one of the most difficult weeks in our studio’s history,” said Bungie in a post to its official website.On October 30, CEO Pete Parsons confirmed that there were losses at the developer, however neither the number nor the departments were specified. Independent analysts attributed this to a wider “restructuring” at PlayStation, of which Bungie is a subsidiary.“We’ve spent this week supporting one another, including those who are at the studio, as well as friends and colleagues who no longer are,” continued Bungie.Additionally, Bloomberg published a report this week that alleged the expansion The Final Shape is going to be released in June 2024 rather than February 2024.In this post, Bungie did not acknowledge this assertion, and shared its ambition to “make The Final Shape an unforgettable Destiny experience”.“We want to build something that will be regarded alongside the best games we’ve ever made – a fitting culmination that honors the journey we’ve been on together for the past ten years.

The season of The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip in Morocco may never see the light of day following those sexual assault allegations!

Coronation Street star Todd Boyce has stunned fans with a new look after his dramatic exit from the ITV soap. The 62 year old actor played dastardly serial killer Stephen Reid on the cobbles but his reign of terror finally came to a grisly end during Super Soap Week last month. Fans were left gobsmacked as the evil villain turned on his own family in a bid to flee the country before being mown down and killed by Peter Barlow in his car.

Gavin Plumb, the man accused of planning to kidnap and murder This Morning's Holly Willoughby, has pleaded not guilty in a pre-trial hearing at Chelmsford Crown Court today.The 36 year old security guard from Harlow is facing charges of soliciting to commit murder and incitement to kidnap.The alleged plot to harm TV star Holly was said to have taken place between October 2 and October 5. Plumb was charged on October 6 and has been kept in custody since then. He appeared in court today for his plea and trial preparation hearing.

Helen George has promised Call The Midwife fans "a quick weep" in the show's emotional Christmas Day special this year. Cosy drama Call The Midwife traditionally airs a festive special on Christmas Day on BBC One, and Helen confirmed it would be back in its usual schedule slot when she stopped in to Friday's Lorraine show.The actress, who plays Trixie Franklin in the period drama about midwives and nuns in London's East End, told show host Ranvir Singh that fans could expect the episode to pull on the heart strings again this Christmas.

Charlotte Crosby and Jake Ankers shared the happy news that they got engaged this week - but Jake has admitted that he was so nervous about the proposal that he suffered a scary panic attack.The happy couple are on holiday in Dubai where Jake popped the question during a romantic rooftop moment where a shocked Charlotte got emotional over her gorgeous diamond-encrusted ring. But in an honest post on Instagram, Jake opened up on how the moment was so big for him that he had struggled to control his anxiety. Smiling at the camera and lying on their bed, Charlotte said: "Hi everyone, I'm engaged!" as Jake added: "I'm engaged too!" A thrilled looking Charlotte said: "We're fiancés!" but Jake shared that it had been difficult for him to contain his emotions as he asked Charlotte to marry him.

Emmerdale's real-life couple Charley Webb and Matthew Wolfenden have sparked rumours of a split.The pair, who have been together for over two decades, have reportedly been 'living separate' lives recently.The couple, parents to Buster, 12, Bowie, six, and Ace, three, had previously separated in 2013 for two years before reuniting and marrying in 2018.They first met in 2007 and got engaged in 2009. Despite their past reconciliation, sources now suggest that the actors are 'living separate lives' and are in 'very different places' in their personal lives.

Seven Scots children have been charged after the attempted murder of a schoolboy in a Glasgow park.

Scotland’s Film and TV industry as grown considerably in the last 10 years, and continues to do so creating new and exciting opportunities for crew roles behind the scenes.

A new online petition is calling on the UK Government to ‘commit’ to increasing benefits in line with the September Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation rate of 6.7 per cent. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will conduct its statutory annual review of benefits and make an announcement on the uprating in due course.

Strictly star Annabel Croft has been opening up on her husband Mel Coleman’s dying hours and recalled one “cruel” nurse whose words have “haunted” her ever since.The former tennis ace was with Mel for 36 years before his tragic death earlier this year aged 60.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have been publicly humiliated after a US commentator claimed that America would "love to send them back" to Britain.

who died on Oct. 28 at the age of 54 from an apparent drowning — have announced that they will establish the Matthew Perry Foundation.The organization will be formed to aid those battling substance abuse.“The Matthew Perry Foundation is the realization of Matthew’s enduring commitment to helping others struggling with the disease of addiction,” officials said in a statement to Entertainment Tonight.The charity will continue on Perry’s goal of helping people with addiction.“The Matthew Perry Foundation is the realization of Matthew’s enduring commitment to helping others struggling with the disease of addiction,” the statement went on.“It will honor his legacy and be guided by his own words and experiences and driven by his passion for making a difference in as many lives as possible.”The Canadian actor struggled with drug and alcohol addiction for much of his life, eventually gaining sobriety in May 2021.He also formed the Perry House in 2013 that resided in his former Malibu abode, which was a male sober living facility.

Matthew Perry and Lauren Graham had a special bond through the years, but the pair never dated — at least they never admitted that publicly.Perry, who died at age 54 on Saturday of an apparent drowning, shared a sweet photo of the “Gilmore Girls” alum in his 2022 memoir, “Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing.”“Me and the beautiful Lauren Graham,” he captioned the photo of Graham resting her head on his shoulder.The “Parenthood” alum was one of a select few faces that Perry decided to incorporate into his book. Other photos included his beloved “Friends” cast, his family and other famous pals such as Bradley Whitford Salma Hayek and Bruce Willis.“Happy, happy pub day, @MatthewPerry!” Graham tweeted in Nov.

Renfrewshire Council could lease a new hotel and invest in private homes as its revealed plans to revitalise the Paisley Centre are “not commercially viable”.

Firefighters have warned about dangerous and unacceptable behaviour after being “bombarded” with fireworks, bricks and bottles in lead up to Bonfire Night.

A 26p rise in the rate paid by Renfrewshire Council to funded childcare providers has been approved by elected members.

A woman suffered serious facial injuries when a thug enforcing a debt kicked in the door of her home.

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Agora, the industry section of Greece’s Thessaloniki International Film Festival, kicks into gear this weekend with an eye on expansion as industry head Angeliki Vergou and her team introduce a series of changes to the established event.

The U.S. economy added 150,000 jobs in October, much less than the previous month, while the unemployment rate ticked up to 3.9%.

The man who murdered law graduate Zara Aleena as she walked home alone from a night out has had his sentence cut by five years following an appeal.

An illuminated whale shark, a garden of fire and giant glowing flowers are among the installations coming to Salford Quays for the Lightwaves Salford this winter. This year the free, interactive light show celebrates its 10th anniversary.

Helen Flanagan has shared her 'struggle' amid co-parenting after her daughter revealed she was going on a date with a 'hot guy'. The actress and her fiance Scott Sinclair split last July after 13 years together.

Aldi has introduced another major offer ahead of the Christmas shopping rush in its 'biggest ever price drop'.

The M60 needs ‘major investment’, Andy Burnham has said. Boltonian Darren told BBC Radio Manchester's 'In the Hotseat' the motorway is 'more of a car park than a road'.

Naman Ramachandran Bangladeshi filmmaker Nuhash Humayun’s “Pett Kata Shaw” won best international feature at the 31st Raindance Film Festival‘s jury awards. British documentary filmmaker Kit Vincent won best U.K.