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Two new documentaries honor late comedian John Candy and legendary musician Bruce Springsteen. The Candy film, 'I Like Me,' explores his life and legacy, premiering at TIFF. Springsteen's biopic, 'Deliver Me From Nowhere,' focuses on his early 1980s period, debuting at festivals and highlighting his artistic journey. Both films deepen understanding of these iconic figures.
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Paramount and other industry leaders have publicly rejected a boycott pledge calling for a ban on Israeli film institutions implicated in Gaza conflict. The pledge, signed by numerous actors and filmmakers, aims to oppose what signatories see as complicity in Israeli actions. Responses highlight tensions over artistic freedom and political activism amid ongoing Gaza violence.
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A coalition of over 200 cultural figures, including actors, musicians, and writers, have signed an open letter urging the UN and governments to free Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti, who is in Israeli custody since 2002. Barghouti, convicted of involvement in attacks during the Second Intifada, faces allegations of abuse and inhumane treatment in prison. The campaign highlights his political significance and ongoing detention amid tensions over Gaza.