What to expect from NZ’s local TV and film line-up in 2025
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Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds pursue gag order against Justin Baldoni
Baldoni leaked on-set footage seeking to disprove Lively's claims before their request.
The Brutalist used AI to tweak dialogue. Is that a big deal?
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Robert Pattinson reveals he was about to be ‘fired by the end of the day’ on Twilight set
Actor’s approach clashed with the studio’s vision for the vampire movies.
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Moana 2 joins Disney’s billion-dollar club with $1.8b in global earnings
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Leo labeled a ‘hypocrite’ amid Los Angeles fires
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