Oscar-Nominated Screenwriter Arrested in Iran for Criticizing Regime
Mehdi Mahmoudian, co-writer of “It Was Just an Accident,” was one of several people detained after signing a letter objecting to the crackdown on protests.
Movies
South Africa Cancels Release of ‘Melania’ Documentary
The distributor, which was set to release the film on Friday, said it had canceled the theatrical premiere because of “recent developments,” but declined to specify.
Tânia Maria Is Brazil’s Newest Film Icon
Clad in florals and puffing on a cigarette, Tânia Maria has captivated audiences with a striking, if brief, performance in “The Secret Agent,” Brazil’s latest Oscar nominee.
Prize Fight
In the run-up to the Oscar nominations, a chat with a reporter who has followed every twist and turn of the race.
Ahn Sung Ki, Towering Figure in South Korean Film, Dies at 74
Mr. Ahn, who made his onscreen debut as a 5-year-old, appeared in more than 180 films. President Lee Jae-myung said he “left a great footprint in Korean film history.”
Idris Elba is Knighted as Part of King Charles’s New Year Honors List
The actors were among more than 1,000 people honored by King Charles III in an annual tradition celebrating professional excellence and community service.
Gone in 2025: A Yearlong Procession of Giants
Marquee names all, they found international fame in the arts, politics, the sciences and beyond.
The Best of Culture
Our culture and lifestyle editor looks back at the year’s top pop culture moments.