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world4 months ago

Joaquin Phoenix and Rooney Mara Support Gaza Drama 'The Voice of Hind Rajab' at Venice

Joaquin Phoenix and Rooney Mara attended the Venice Film Festival premiere of 'The Voice of Hind Rajab,' a Gaza-set drama based on real emergency calls from a young girl trapped in Gaza. The film, supported by Hollywood heavyweights like Brad Pitt and Alfonso Cuarón, highlights the ongoing conflict in Gaza and aims to raise awareness through a powerful documentary-drama hybrid. The premiere was somber, with the cast and filmmakers wearing black and holding a photo of the young victim, emphasizing the film's serious message.

entertainment1 year ago

"Rooney Mara's 'La Cocina' Sells Nearly Worldwide in Berlin Competition"

After its premiere at the Berlinale, the Rooney Mara-starring drama "La Cocina" has been acquired for most international territories by HanWay Films, with deals closed for various countries including France, Australia, Spain, Italy, South Korea, and more. The film, directed by Alonso Ruizpalacios, is a modern-day adaptation of Arnold Wesker’s play "The Kitchen," set in a Manhattan restaurant during the lunch rush, and follows the story of undocumented cooks being investigated for missing money from the till.

entertainment1 year ago

"Rooney Mara Debuts Baby Bump, Expecting Second Child with Joaquin Phoenix"

Rooney Mara is expecting her second child with fiancé Joaquin Phoenix, debuting her baby bump at the premiere of her new film La Cocina during the Berlinale International Film Festival. The couple quietly welcomed their first child, River, in 2020 and keep their relationship private. They named their son after Joaquin's late brother and have expressed concerns about the treatment of migrant children at the US-Mexico border. Rooney has spoken about motherhood and raising River with Joaquin, and the couple has yet to confirm if they are married.

entertainment2 years ago

"Berlin Film Festival 2024 Competition Lineup: A Star-Studded Showcase"

The Berlin film festival has announced an eclectic lineup for its 74th edition, featuring a mix of serious arthouse fare and star-studded team-ups, including Rooney Mara in a love story set in a Manhattan restaurant, Stephen Fry and Lena Dunham in a tragicomedy about a father-daughter pair traveling to Poland, and Gael García Bernal in a dystopian sci-fi drama. The festival will also include a Star Wars parody set in a French fishing village, a documentary about a hippopotamus from Pablo Escobar's menagerie, and a reimagination of Pier Paolo Pasolini's Theorem. The festival's leadership emphasized the importance of artistic expression and peaceful dialogue in the midst of international conflicts.

entertainment2 years ago

"2024 Berlin Film Festival Competition Lineup: Rooney Mara, Gael García Bernal, and More"

The Berlin Film Festival has announced the lineup for its official competition and Encounters section, featuring 20 films including La Cocina starring Rooney Mara, Dahomey by Mati Diop, and A Traveler’s Needs starring Isabelle Huppert. The festival will also include sidebars such as Panorama, Forum, and Berlinale Special, with highlights including a documentary about British filmmakers Powell and Pressburger narrated by Martin Scorsese, and the latest feature from British filmmaker Rose Glass. Additionally, Martin Scorsese will receive the Honorary Golden Bear for lifetime achievement, and Lupita Nyong’o will head the International Jury.

entertainment-film-festival2 years ago

"Berlin Film Festival Reveals Competition Titles Featuring Rooney Mara and Gael García Bernal"

The Berlin Film Festival has announced its competition lineup, featuring star-driven titles such as "La Cocina" with Rooney Mara and "Another End" with Gael García Bernal. The festival's roster includes politically charged films and aims to foster dialogue amid the Israel-Hamas war. Notable entries include "Small Things Like These" starring Cillian Murphy, "A Different Man" with Sebastian Stan, and "Spaceman" featuring Adam Sandler. The lineup also includes works from acclaimed directors such as Olivier Assayas and Abderrahmane Sissako, as well as a strong French representation. The festival will run from Feb. 15-24, with Lupita Nyong’o presiding over the main jury.

entertainment2 years ago

Joaquin Phoenix and Rooney Mara's Stylishly Casual Outing in Los Angeles

Joaquin Phoenix and fiancee Rooney Mara attended the Los Angeles special screening of The Smell of Money at the Laemmle Monica Film Center. Phoenix wore a black T-shirt and matching pants, while Mara looked stylish in a black leather jacket and matching pants. The couple hosted the screening, showing their support for the documentary, which focuses on the struggles faced by North Carolina locals living near a pork factory farm. They have previously appeared in two films together and have been engaged since 2019. They welcomed their first child, a son named River, in 2020.