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A new film about Michael Jackson's extraordinary but troubled life is due to open in cinemas. It's tracking to be very popular – but will it tell the full story?
Anne Hathaway, Octavia Spencer, Jessica Chastain and more celebrities attended the 12th Breakthrough Prize Ceremony. See the photos.
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Actress Scarlet Gomez shares her views on film distribution, career challenges, and why not all movies are suited for the big screen. Read her insights.
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