Martin Scorsese Laments the Rise of Real-Life Travis Bickle Figures: ‘Tragically, It’s a Norm That Every Other Person Is Like’ Him Now

Martin Scorsese participated in a career-spanning video interview for GQ magazine (watch below) and lamented over how many people today resemble his “Taxi Driver” main character, Travis Bickle (Robert De Niro). The lonely and violent Travis is a Vietnam War veteran who befriends a child prostitute as his mental health deteriorates. Some film writers have […]

Michael Gambon Dies: Irish-English ‘Harry Potter’ Star Was 82

Irish-English actor Michael Gambon has died in hospital after a bout of pneumonia. The veteran actor was best known internationally for his role as Professor Albus Dumbledore in six of the eight Harry Potter films. A statement issued by the actor’s publicist Clair Dobbs said: “We are devastated to announce the loss of Sir Michael […]

Brit Awards Set 2024 Dates, Renew ITV Deal – Global Bulletin

MUSIC The 2024 edition of the U.K.’s annual Brit Awards will take place on March 2 and will continue its primetime slot on broadcaster ITV1 and streamer ITVX, live from The O2 arena in London. Damian Christian, managing director and president of promotions at Atlantic Records (part of Warner Music U.K.) will continue as chair of […]

Golden Globes Expels Three Voters for Conduct Violations as 15 Others Leave Awards Organization

As the Golden Globes transitions to a for-profit organization, three members have been expelled for conduct violations. Meanwhile, another 15 former members and emeritus members have left the organization. Howaida Hamdy, Munawar Hosain and Aniko Navai were expelled after violating the organization’s code of conduct, Deadline first reported. Hamdy, an Egyptian journalist, was investigated after […]