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entertainment18 days ago•5 min saved

DGA 2026 Winners Highlight Anderson, Coogler Across Film and TV

The 78th Directors Guild of America Awards unfolded at the Beverly Hilton with Kumail Nanjiani hosting, honoring directing across feature films and television. In film, Paul Thomas Anderson, Ryan Coogler, Guillermo del Toro, Josh Safdie, and Chloé Zhao won directing prizes for their latest works, while Hasan Hadi led the First-Time Directing category and other film awards were handed out. The night also spotlighted TV directing across drama, comedy, limited series, movie, documentary, and more, with a slate of winners across categories and service honors going to David Charles and Gregory G. McCollum.

via Gold Derby|

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entertainment1 month ago•17 min saved

Tributes Pour In as Sundance Celebrates Robert Redford's Legacy

At Sundance's tribute gala for late founder Robert Redford (who died in September at 89), emotional tributes from peers including Ethan Hawke and Chloé Zhao celebrated his legacy of nurturing new talent; Zhao received the Trailblazer Award and Nia DaCosta the Vanguard Award, with Redford's daughter Amy praising him as the festival's final Park City edition.

via Variety|

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entertainment1 month ago•26 min saved

Hamnet Eyes Oscar Glory as Globes Momentum Grows Against PTA's One Battle

Deadline's Pete Hammond argues that Hamnet's Golden Globes win, plus rising momentum and strategic campaigning, positions it as a serious Best Picture contender at the Oscars that could challenge Paul Thomas Anderson's film as nominations begin and voters use the preferential ballot.

via Deadline|

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awards1 month ago•17 min saved

Hamnet Clinches Golden Globes Drama as Zhao Receives Acclaim

Chloé Zhao’s Hamnet won the Golden Globes’ Best Motion Picture Drama at the 2026 ceremony, with producer Steven Spielberg praising Zhao as uniquely capable of telling the story; Zhao thanked voters and spoke about vulnerability, while Jessie Buckley won Best Supporting Actress for Hamnet. One Battle After Another took Best Comedy or Musical, and Don Cheadle briefly roasted George Clooney after he presented the drama award.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

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entertainment1 month ago•7 min saved

Chloé Zhao and Cast Celebrate 'Hamnet' as a Shakespearean Masterpiece

Chloé Zhao's film 'Hamnet' is a poetic, meditative adaptation of Maggie O’Farrell’s novel, focusing on grief, nature, and emotional expression, with Zhao employing mindfulness techniques during production to deepen the storytelling. The film explores Shakespeare's life and loss from the perspective of Agnes Hathaway, emphasizing organic visuals and emotional authenticity, and is poised for awards success.

via Financial Times|

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entertainment1 month ago•5 min saved

Jessie Buckley Excited to Star in Oscar-Contender 'Hamnet'

Jessie Buckley stars in the Oscar-tipped film 'Hamnet,' portraying Agnes Shakespeare, exploring her life and the emotional depth of her relationship with her family amid tragedy, directed by Chloé Zhao and based on Maggie O'Farrell's novel.

via BBC|

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entertainment2 months ago•15 min saved

Reimagining Shakespeare and 'Hamnet': The Power of Emotional Reinvention

Chloé Zhao had to drastically change the ending of her film 'Hamnet' after realizing the original concept lacked coherence, leading her to reshoot the final scenes inspired by her emotional state and the music 'On the Nature of Daylight,' ultimately creating a more powerful and cathartic conclusion.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

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entertainment2 months ago•7 min saved

Four Days That Revived the Emotional Power of 'Hamnet' and Its Creators

Chloé Zhao's film 'Hamnet' faced a challenge in crafting its ending, which was resolved through emotional discovery and a symbolic gesture of connection with the audience, culminating in a powerful communal moment that emphasizes love's transformation and the enduring human spirit.

via Los Angeles Times|

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entertainment2 months ago•9 min saved

‘Hamnet’ Explores Love and Loss Through Emotional Depth

The film 'Hamnet' by Chloé Zhao, based on Maggie O'Farrell's novel, is criticized for its slow pace, emotional manipulation, and lack of depth, focusing heavily on tragedy and grief without exploring characters' nuances, ultimately feeling more like a sentimental tearjerker than a profound portrayal of loss.

via Salon.com|

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entertainment4 months ago•4 min saved

Chloé Zhao Celebrates Neurodivergence as a Filmmaking Superpower

Chloé Zhao discusses her experience as a neurodivergent filmmaker, highlighting her heightened sensitivity to dissonance as a 'superpower' that influences her creative process, and shares insights about her films including 'Hamnet' and 'Eternals'.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

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entertainment4 months ago•3 min saved

Chloé Zhao Highlights Hollywood's Need for Ambiguity and Embraces Neurodivergence as a Creative Strength

Chloé Zhao discussed the challenges of Hollywood, the importance of ambiguity in storytelling, and how her neurodivergence is a 'superpower' that influences her creative process, highlighting her recent film 'Hamnet' and her views on storytelling and finance in the film industry.

via Variety|

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film5 months ago•2 min saved

‘Hamnet’ Triumphs at Toronto Film Festival with Audience Award

Chloé Zhao's film 'Hamnet' won the Toronto International Film Festival's Audience Award, a strong predictor for Oscar success, with Zhao making history as the first director to win this award twice. The festival highlighted several notable films, and 'Hamnet' is seen as a potential contender for upcoming awards.

via Variety|

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entertainment5 months ago•0 min saved

‘Hamnet’ Dominates Toronto Film Festival with Multiple Awards

The 2025 TIFF Awards announced winners, with Chloé Zhao’s ‘Hamnet’ winning the People’s Choice Award, making her the first filmmaker to win two such awards, highlighting TIFF’s role as an Oscar predictor.

via IndieWire|

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entertainment5 months ago•12 min saved

Chloé Zhao's Return and the Impact of 'Hamnet'

Chloé Zhao, after a four-year hiatus to decompress from intense projects like 'Nomadland' and 'Eternals,' returns to filmmaking with her adaptation of 'Hamnet,' inspired by Maggie O'Farrell's novel. She was drawn to the project after meeting Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley, whose chemistry and essence fit her vision. Zhao emphasizes her intuitive storytelling process, her love for festivals, and her excitement for her upcoming projects, including 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer.'

via The Hollywood Reporter|

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entertainment5 months ago•0 min saved

Chloé Zhao and 'Hamnet': A Deep Dive into Award-Winning Drama

Chloé Zhao discusses her film 'Hamnet,' emphasizing its depth and maturity, and shares insights into her personal journey and filmmaking approach, highlighting her Oscar prospects.

via IndieWire|

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