American actor and producer with a long career from child star to adult film maker
The Guardian, Independent and BBC Business report on The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum, with Andy Serkis defending a white-led cast against diversity criticisms while acknowledging past debates over Tolkien’s influence. Cast announcements and interviews frame the film as a deep dive into Gollum’s psychology, set between The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings.
Film at Lincoln Center has unveiled its main slate for the New York Film Festival, promising a mix of international cinema and high-profile premieres. Gray's Paper Tiger opens the festival, with Behemoth center stage, and Ava DuVernay's 14th closing the lineup. Other veteran and rising directors feature prominently.