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Demi Moore's film 'The Substance' has generated polarized reactions, with reports of audience walkouts due to its extreme content. Meanwhile, 'The Apprentice,' a film about Donald Trump, faces a distribution ban in Russia after failing to secure a license. Both films highlight ongoing cultural tensions in the U.S.
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A beluga whale named Hvaldimir, found off Norway in 2019 with suspicious equipment, is believed to have been trained by the Russian military. Experts suggest he was not a spy but rather a guard whale that escaped from a naval base. A new BBC documentary explores these claims.
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Vladimir Shklyarov, a celebrated Russian ballet dancer, died at 39 after falling from a fifth-floor balcony while preparing for spinal surgery. The Mariinsky Theatre mourns his loss, calling it a significant blow to the ballet community. An investigation into the incident has been launched, with preliminary findings suggesting an accident.
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The film 'Emilia Pérez,' directed by Jacques Audiard, has sparked polarized reactions since its Netflix release on November 13, 2024. Starring Karla Sofía Gascón, it tells the story of a Mexican drug cartel leader undergoing gender affirmation surgery. While some praise its unique blend of genres, others criticize its execution and themes.