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· Bryan Ke
Michelle Yeoh will star in Prime Video’s ‘Blade Runner 2099’ sequel series
Award-winning actor Michelle Yeoh has been cast in Amazon’s upcoming series “Blade Runner 2099.” Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Biden awards Presidential Medal of Freedom to Michelle Yeoh
Oscar-winning actor Michelle Yeoh was among the recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest honor the president can give to civilians in the United States, last week. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
‘The Boy and the Heron’ will be Studio Ghibli’s first film released in 4K
Oscar-winner “The Boy and the Heron” is set to become Studio Ghibli’s first movie to be released in 4K Ultra HD (UHD) as distributors unveiled the release date for its digital and physical copies. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Korean War orphan, Turkish foster dad reunite after 60 years in emotional documentary
A 6-year-old documentary that featured the heartfelt reunion of a South Korean woman and the Turkish soldier who took her in during the Korean War continues to bring viewers to tears. Key points:
· Michelle De Pacina
‘Oppenheimer’ earns mixed reactions in Japan premiere
The highly anticipated premiere of the Academy Award-winning film “Oppenheimer” in Japan has garnered mixed and highly emotional reactions among Japanese filmgoers. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
‘Mobile Suit Gundam’ creator challenges new artists to ‘crush’ Miyazaki, surpass ‘One Piece’
“Mobile Suit Gundam” creator Yoshiyuki Tomino issued a playful challenge to aspiring artists at a screening on Saturday. Key points:
· Michelle De Pacina
Simu Liu rates food served at the 2024 Oscars and afterparties
Simu Liu shared his honest opinion on the food served at the 2024 Oscars and various afterparties. Key points:
· Michelle De Pacina
Hayao Miyazaki won’t be retiring following latest Oscar win
Hayao Miyazaki may not be retiring just yet following his recent Oscar win for “The Boy and The Heron,” despite previously declaring his intention to do so. Oscar win: Miyazaki, 83, is the oldest director to ever be nominated in the best feature animation category at the Academy…
· Bryan Ke
What the director of ‘Godzilla Minus One’ said about ‘Oppenheimer’
“Godzilla Minus One” director Takashi Yamazaki has a response to fellow Oscar winner “Oppenheimer.” Catch up: “Godzilla Minus One” made history at the 96th Academy Awards at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday by winning for best visual effects, the first time a Godzilla…
· Michelle De Pacina
The 1961 Asian American film Daniel Dae Kim praises as ‘unapologetically Asian’
Daniel Dae Kim, known for his diverse acting roles and advocacy for inclusivity, revealed the impact of a 1961 musical film on his life that he says is “unapologetically Asian.” What’s the movie?: The decades-old musical comedy film is Henry Koster’s “Flower Drum Song.” It is an…
· Michelle De Pacina
‘Nǎi Nai & Wài Pó’ director Sean Wang on authenticity over acclaim
The Academy Award-nominated short film “Nǎi Nai & Wài Pó” was born out of the emotional juxtaposition of joy and silliness amid the backdrop of anti-Asian hate crimes. First-generation Taiwanese American director Sean Wang, who had been living in New York City for over five…
· Michelle De Pacina
Celine Song shares ‘creative mission’ after earning Oscar nods for ‘Past Lives’
Director and screenwriter Celine Song expressed her commitment to continue her “creative mission” in making more movies to the best of her ability after debut film “Past Lives” earned two Oscar nominations. Song’s gratitude: Song, formerly known for her work as a playwright,…
· Ryan General
Wholesome video captures 2 Taiwanese grandmas celebrating their Oscar nomination
A video capturing the emotional reactions of two Taiwanese grandmothers to their Oscar nomination for the documentary short film “Nai Nai & Wai Po” (paternal grandma and maternal grandma) has warmed hearts online. Wholesome reaction: In a video posted to Instagram, “Nai Nai &…
· Bryan Ke
Leonardo DiCaprio shares the Studio Ghibli films he introduced to Martin Scorsese
Leonardo DiCaprio recently revealed he brought Martin Scorsese into the world of Studio Ghibli. How it happened: DiCaprio, 49 and Scorsese, 81, recently sat down for a virtual interview with Letterboxd to discuss films that influenced the projects they had done together. When…
· Michelle De Pacina
‘Parasite’ actor Lee Sun-kyun dies at age 48
South Korean actor Lee Sun-kyun, known for his role in the Oscar-winning film “Parasite,” has died at age 48. Cause of death: Lee was found dead in Seoul on Wednesday, according to the Yonhap News Agency. Police found his body next to charcoal briquettes inside a parked car in…
· Bryan Ke
Michelle Yeoh confirms ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’ will not have sequel
Michelle Yeoh recently confirmed that “Everything Everywhere All at Once” will not be getting a sequel. The 60-year-old “Crazy Rich Asians” star recently confirmed the update in an interview with Variety’s Kering Women in Motion at the Cannes Film Festival in France.
· Isa Peralta
‘Dune: Part Two’ trailer shows off new characters, thrilling ride on a giant sandworm
Warner Bros. Pictures shared the official trailer for “Dune: Part Two” on Wednesday. The highly anticipated film is a follow-up to 2021’s “Dune,” which earned over $400 million at the global box office and won six Academy Awards.
· Isa Peralta
Freida Pinto to join Apple TV+’s ‘Surface’ Season 2
Freida Pinto will join Apple TV+’s hit series “Surface” for its second season. Pinto, 38, will take on the role of Grace, Variety reported. Grace is the fiancée of a new character named Quinn, played by Phil Dunster (“Ted Lasso”).
· Daniel Anderson
‘Lilo and Stitch’ casts newcomer Kahiau Machado as Nani’s love interest David
Disney’s live-action remake of “Lilo & Stitch” has found its David Kawena in up-and-coming actor Kahiau Machado, who will play the love interest of Lilo’s older sister Nani. The upcoming film has already cast Sydney Elizabeth Agudong as Nani and Maia Kealoha as Lilo. Zach…
· Bryan Ke
Michelle Yeoh fulfills her promise to bring Oscar trophy home to her mother in Malaysia
Academy Award winner Michelle Yeoh has fulfilled her promise to bring her Oscar trophy back home to her mother in Ipoh, Malaysia. Yeoh, 60, shared the heartwarming moment on Facebook and Instagram on Wednesday. The “Everything Everywhere All at Once” actor shared two pictures in…