by Linelle Deunk
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Expecting the unexpected Jordan Mark Windsor and Sean Wallace on Mum, I’m Alien Pregnant
Celluloid vampire Arthur Harari on Léa Seydoux, the mystery of ideas, and The Unknown
Family dynamics Sterling Macer Jr. on creating complex characters in Liz Here Now
Ode to joy Jorge Parra Jr, on his Oscar-qualifying student short film ¡Que Suene La Banda!
Awards season kicks off with the Gothams Full set of nominations announced
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It's a busy time for festivals and here's the latest:
Sundance Announces Legacy line-up of archive films
Frightfest Newcastle event announced for May 2027
French Film Festival UK Programme announced
Tallinn Black Nights Documentary line-up and Special Screenings announced
London Winners announced
