Ethan Hawke is in the news for his latest film debut at Sundance. The actor, author, and filmmaker has been a Hollywood staple for 40+ years.
The film 'The Voice of Hind Rajab,' based on the real-time Israeli killing of a Palestinian girl in Gaza, has received multiple international awards and nominations, including an Oscar nod for Best International Feature. It depicts Hind Rajab's final hours during a 2024 attack, drawing global attention to civilian casualties amid ongoing conflict.
The 41st edition of the independent film awards will be livestreamed from the Hollywood Palladium, hosted by Ego Nwodim. Top nominees include films like 'Peter Hujar’s Day' and 'Train Dreams.' The event raises funds for Film Independent programs and features gender-neutral acting categories. Some nominees overlap with Oscar contenders.
On March 15, 2026, the 98th Academy Awards honored films from 2025. Michael B. Jordan won Best Actor for "Sinners," which led with a record 16 nominations. Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another" won Best Picture and six Oscars. Jessie Buckley won Best Actress for "Hamnet," and Autumn Durald Arkapaw made history as the first female cinematography Oscar winner. The ceremony featured political moments, including Javier Bardem's pro-Palestinian statement, and introduced a new casting award.