Driven by a compelling narrative, Jonny Durgan’s G.S.W. slowly tightens its grip on the viewer, refusing to let go until the final moments. Built around a single emergency, the film examines moral fracture and the collision of professional duty with personal fear. The film follows Beth (Genevieve O’Reilly: Revenge of the Sith, Rogue One, Ahsoka,…
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Singapore International Film Festival: “The 4PLY Clandestine System” Review
Directed by the emerging talent Natalie Sin, The 4PLY Clandestine System has earned its place as one of Singapore’s five standout short films at the 36th Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF), competing in the Southeast Asian Short Film Competition. The film’s strength lies not only in its craft but in its local soul; it re-examines…
Singapore International Film Festival: “10s Across the Borders” Review
10s Across the Borders is a pan-Asian documentary feature directed by Chan Sze-Wei, spotlighting the ballroom scene culture in Southeast Asia. Starring three pioneers Xyza Pinklady Mizrahi, Teddy Oricci, and Aurora Sun Labeija from the Philippines, Malaysia, and Thailand, it uncovers this fascinating subculture derived from African and Latinx communities in New York in a…
JIB DREAM FANMEET 6: From Supporting Roles to Leading Stars: Aou & Boom’s Journey – Exclusive Interview
When Aou Thanaboon and Boom Tharatorn first appeared together in Vice Versa, it was a brief supporting role for Aou, and Boom was still finding his footing in the BL world. Yet fans immediately noticed something special on-screen: a chemistry that felt effortless. Looking back, Aou reflects on that early moment with warmth. “Honestly, that…
Japanese Rock Legends GLAY Release New Single “Dead Or Alive”, the Theme for Netflix’s “Record of Ragnarok III”
Japanese rock legends GLAY roar into their 31st year with the release of their long-awaited 63rd single, Dead Or Alive, out today alongside a striking new music video. The track marks the band’s first single in nearly two years, following their milestone 30th anniversary celebrations. Written expressly for the opening theme of Record of Ragnarok…
European Film Awards 2026: Nominees in the Arts & Crafts Categories Announced
The European Film Academy has unveiled the nominees for the 2026 European Film Awards in eight Arts & Crafts categories, celebrating the extraordinary creative talent that shapes the sound and emotional power of European cinema. This year, it’s the first full implementation of the Academy’s new member chapter system, with professionals from each craft selecting…
The “Supernatural” Reunion You’ve Been Waiting For: JIB 16 Calling All Winchester Fans to Rome (24–26 April 2026)
Have you ever wished you could step into the world of monsters, angels, and the legendary Winchester brothers? Well, now’s your chance – the legendary TV show Sam Winchester and Dean Winchester might be fictional, but thanks to the next Jus In Bello (JIB) convention, you could meet the actors behind them, and hear stories…
62nd Taipei Golden Horse Film Festival: “Beyond 93 Letters” Review
What is it like to request the end of your own life? Beyond 93 Letters follows the heavy-hearted journey of Ting-ying, who, after earning her PhD, is diagnosed with a brain tumour. After four years of ineffective treatments and relentless pain, she ultimately sends a plea for help to Dignitas, the Swiss organisation that provides…
62nd Taipei Golden Horse Film Festival: “The Long Departure” Review
One of the greatest pleasures, or perhaps essential rituals, at the Taipei Golden Horse Film Festival (TGHFF) is exploring its consistently strong shorts program, particularly the documentary section. They usually struggle to reach wider audiences outside of the festival circuit, making this showcase a rare opportunity. This year, among a blossom of Taiwanese short films,…
“Sand City” Review
Sand City (2025), Mehde Hasan’s debut feature, derives its title from the city of Dhaka: Bangladesh’s capital and a huge industrial metropolis. Directly from the opening, it becomes clear how fundamental the grainy material is to the city and its inhabitants. Sand trucks roam the streets, distributing sand from its harbour to construction sites. The…
