Jonathan Demme

The Pune International Film Festival (PIFF) would screen the best of contemporary world cinema this year.

Jodie Foster, reflecting on the 35th anniversary of 'The Silence of the Lambs,' revealed her initial uncertainty about the film's reception. She described the production as a remarkably smooth and meaningful experience, akin to a 'rainbow,' where cast and crew felt a strong connection. Foster expressed immense pride in the enduring impact of the horror thriller.

Did you know that Sir Sean Connery passed on the chance to play the infamous Dr. Hannibal Lecter in 'The Silence of the Lambs'? He found the script too revolting for his taste. Initially, director Jonathan Demme had his eye on Connery, inspired by his charisma and depth.

Veteran star Tom Hanks, who essayed the role of a gay man with HIV in Jonathan Demme's 1993 legal drama 'Philadelphia', feels a straight actor would no longer be able to play the openly gay character today.

The demise of 'Goodfellas' star Ray Liotta has left everyone in deep shock.

Oscar-winning actress Meryl Streep's new movie 'Ricki & The Flash' is dedicated to her band's bassist in the film

Actress Anne Hathaway is taking a break from showbiz to focus on her personal problems.

Ted Levine says parts of ‘Silence of the Lambs’ have not aged well and acknowledges criticism over its portrayal of gender identity. He regrets that some elements of the film are now seen as harmful.

Actress Preity Zinta has reminisced about her days in the late nineties, when she shot with a female director for the first time.

Ray Liotta, the actor best known for playing mobster Henry Hill in 'Goodfellas' and baseball player Shoeless Joe Jackson in 'Field of Dreams', has died. He was 67.

Roger Corman, the 'King of the Bs', passed away at 98 in Santa Monica. He was known for his revolutionary films and launching the careers of talents like Coppola and Scorsese, with a legacy in low-budget classics.

Working with her famous mother Meryl Streep was not intimidating for Mamie Gummer in 'Ricky and the Flash', a Jonathan Demme movie about a rocker trying to reconnect with her estranged daughter.

Oscar-winning scriptwriter Diablo Cody feels it is hard to push for female-driven stories in Hollywood where the lead is not "necessarily sympathetic or bubbly".

Hollywood mourned the loss of John Aprea, a veteran actor known for his roles in The Godfather II and Full House. Aprea passed away at 83 on August 15, 2024, from natural causes. His career included notable appearances in film and television, becoming a respected figure in Hollywood. Aprea's legacy will endure through his contributions to the industry.

Catherine Cyran, an Emmy-nominated filmmaker, producer and writer who began her career working under Roger Corman, passed away following a battle with cancer. She was 59 years old.

While AIDS and related stigma might have been a sensitive issue, several international filmmakers have dealt with the topic beautifully.

Created by Gina Prince-Bythewood and Reggie Rock Bythewood, the Fox limited series which will air on Star World Premiere HD in India

Ray Liotta, the actor best known for playing mobster Henry Hill in "Goodfellas" and baseball player Shoeless Joe Jackson in "Field of Dreams," has died. He was 67.

And it is a troubling trend: Clones of the misogynistic "Animal" are already on the cards