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The Tribeca film festival marks 50 years since Taxi Driver’s release. Martin Scorsese, Robert De Niro, Jodie Foster and Paul Schrader gather to reflect on the film’s loneliness and its relevance to today’s digital isolation. Schrader calls the screenplay “like a razor blade,” while Foster notes the antihero’s enduring pull and the film’s shock of its time.
Apple TV’s Cape Fear reimagines the 1962 and 1991 thrillers for today, with Javier Bardem as Max Cady and Amy Adams and Patrick Wilson as the Bowdens. The 10-part series leans into modern anxieties, preserving key scenes while intensifying the nightmare. Director Nick Antosca aims for a nightmare remix rather than a straight remake.
Tribeca hosts Israeli film premieres and introspection into industry tensions, with screenings of Love, Statistically Speaking and Oxygen, and broader conversations about boycotts, censorship, and artist resilience shaping the festival’s mood in 2026.
An AI-generated feature by Ash Koosha has screened at Tribeca, using Claude and other AI tools to replace a traditional crew. Koosha produced “Dreams of Violets” from his London flat, aiming to visualize events from Iran’s crackdown while acknowledging safety limits for real actors. The project underscores AI’s potential to redefine filmmaking and raises questions about employment in the industry.
Roxette has postponed its North American 40th anniversary tour due to increased touring costs and logistical challenges. Tickets will be refunded, and the group hopes to reschedule in the near future.
Leads in the race to portray James Bond have intensified as producers near a final decision. Bookies list Callum Turner, Louis Partridge and Tom Francis among front-runners; announcements could come within days.
The Prime Minister and Burnham-era wardrobe are being highlighted through British manufacturing, with Manchester’s Private White V.C. drawing attention for its locally made garments. Reports show the PM buys pieces himself, bolstering a narrative of national production and craftsmanship amid scrutiny over cost and image.
David Robert Mitchell has released The End of Oak Street, a 1982‑set sci‑fi horror that transports a suburban neighbourhood into a dinosaur‑infested prehistoric landscape. Critics have praised Anne Hathaway’s performance and the film’s technical craft, but they have criticised its uneven tone, derivative Spielberg pastiche and an undercutting finale. Reviews started publishing 12 August 2026.
The Bombay High Court's Goa bench has convicted Tarun Tejpal, the founder of Tehelka, of rape and sexual harassment, overturning a 2021 acquittal. He is sentenced to 10 years in prison and fined about Rs 1 million. Tejpal plans to appeal to the Supreme Court; surrender is set within four weeks.
A new show from Dundee Rep and Solar Bear, The Singer, centers Deaf performer Jamie Rea and a listening partner, with KT Tunstall providing original music. The production marks a milestone for bilingual, Deaf-inclusive theatre on Edinburgh’s main stages, following a decade of development in Scottish arts.
New York City has hit peak summer activity with record crowds and spending. After Knicks’ championship and World Cup crowds, the city remains lively as visitors push commerce and events into high gear this August.
AP and Independent previews highlight new music from Alabama Shakes and Velocity Girl, the Netflix adaptation of The Whisper Man, and the legacy of director Irvin, with forthcoming releases and anniversaries shaping the week.
The Kennedy Center dispute has intensified as government lawyers argue for drastic measures to protect the building’s future, while Trump’s allies push to keep his name on the facade amid a two-year renovation and a looming court fight.