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The 20th International Festival of Cinema, Music, and Architecture, “Zerkalo: Tarkovsky’s Philosophy,” has unveiled its official jury panel and non-competitive program lineup. The festival will take place from June 26 to June 30 across Ivanovo and several regional cities, including Yuryevets and Shuya. Attendance for all screenings is complimentary, though prior registration is required. This...
Capcom has officially confirmed a 30-minute spotlight presentation scheduled for this Thursday, June 25. The broadcast promises fresh insights and updates on three major titles: Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection. The stream is slated to begin at 2 p.m. PT / 5 p.m....
Manuela Martelli’s gripping drama *The Meltdown*, which premiered in the prestigious “Un Certain Regard” section of the 79th Cannes Film Festival, is set to arrive in Russian theaters under the local title *Исчезновение* (“The Disappearance”). Set against the backdrop of 1992 Chile, the mystery drama follows nine-year-old Inés (Maya O’Rourke) as she visits her grandparents’...
Kevin Bacon is set to star in the upcoming horror-thriller “Summoner,” a project from Amazon MGM Studios. Bacon will portray Jefferson Haddock, an exorcist summoned to a secluded safe house—part of the witness protection program—to confront a malevolent demonic entity. The film marks the directorial debut of Jeremy Slater, the creative mind behind scripts for...
Initial reviews and benchmarks of the Valve Steam Machine are out. Analysts are comparing the device, which starts at $1050, to the PS5. Major outlets including Digital Foundry, IGN, and The Verge have published their findings. Reviewers describe the system as a refined, quiet hybrid between a PC and a console. While the Steam Machine...
Levity. Credit: Courtesy of Goldenvoice For the members of the dubstep trio Levity—John Hauldren, PJ Carberry, and Josh Tarum—the journey to the main stage wasn’t fueled by overnight success. A new mini-documentary offers an intimate look at their transition from balancing regular shifts at Verizon, Carvana, and a local burger joint to commanding the desert...
Image: Netflix It has been over two years since Blue Eye Samurai debuted on Netflix. Blending breathtaking animation with raw, visceral action, the series quickly cemented its status as a critical darling. Fans have been eagerly awaiting the second chapter ever since. While a brief teaser released last summer offered a glimpse of Mizu (Maya...
Patch 1.20 for Farming Simulator 25 has officially arrived for PC and console players. Please find the comprehensive list of refinements and fixes below. Important Advisory: The update is currently being distributed across all platforms. Depending on your system and region, it may take a short while for the patch to appear. During this transition...
Simon Le Bon of Duran Duran accompanied by dancers. Credit: Stephanie Pistel/HighRise PR The enduring creative partnership between Duran Duran and Nile Rodgers has spanned over four decades, tracing all the way back to the band’s chart-topping success in 1984. This legendary collaboration thrives once again in 2026 with “Free to Love,” a sophisticated dance-funk...
Valve announced the price of the Steam Machine, sparking debate about how much next-generation consoles like the PS6 might cost. Rising component and manufacturing costs lead many to believe that future PlayStation and Xbox hardware will exceed the prices of current models. While the exact release date for the PS6 remains uncertain—leaks suggest either 2027...
