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From Quentin Tarantino’s violent blockbusters to Steven Spielberg’s family entertainment, and from indie gems premiering at Sundance film festival to popular Hollywood franchises making waves at Comic-Con, this is the place to go for features, interviews and reviews about movies both classic and new from the United States.
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TV showman Robert Chua spells out his vision for his vast collection of Chinese antiquities

One of Hong Kong’s most influential television broadcasters is also one of the city’s most enthusiastic collectors. PostMag goes on a tour of Robert Chua’s ‘home museum’ to find out how he plans to turn a lifetime of accumulated objects into his next production.

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Hong Kong’s historic vessels: from Victoria Harbour to Hollywood!

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Vietnam’s CoCo Dining turns the humble into haute cuisine

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Hong Kong International School’s Dr Ron Roukema on the power of education

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Hong Kong’s hottest new openings, from Vicky Lau’s latest Tate iteration to Myka’s cool fro-yo offerings

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What The Prestige reveals about Christopher Nolan’s cinematic obsession 20 years on

Christopher Nolan’s 2006 film The Prestige is a complex story of obsession and ambition, played out with a stellar cast.

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Jenna Ortega plays an android bought as a companion to a young girl, portrayed by Mia Tharia, in this optimistic tale of a dystopian future.

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Jenna Ortega in a still from Klara and the Sun, directed by Taika Waititi. Mia Tharia and Amy Adams co-star.
Fame and celebrity

Who is Steve Buscemi’s new wife, Karen Ho?

The Reservoir Dogs actor was married to Jo Andres until she died in 2019 and has since relocated from Brooklyn to Manhattan with his new love.

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Who is Arthur Saint Bleick, son of troubled actress Selma Blair?

Following her recent airport arrest in New York, the Legally Blonde actress posted an Instagram reel featuring her 15-year-old son – what do we know about him?

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Fame and celebrity

Meet model Lulu Tenney, seen with The Social Reckoning star Jeremy Allen White

The Bear actor, who was divorced in 2023, was spotted in New York City with Tenney – she has modelled for brands like Dior, Chanel, Ralph Lauren, Prada and Valentino.

Jeremy Allen White is rumoured to be dating model Lulu Tenney, who is 10 years younger than him. Photos: @lulutenney/Instagram; Reuters
United States

RJ Mitte, Breaking Bad star and disability rights advocate, dies at 34

Bryan Cranston voices ‘deep despair’ over on-screen son who brought authenticity and barrier-breaking visibility to Hollywood.

Fame and celebrity

US actress Selma Blair arrested after incident on flight, accused of assault

Judge sets US$20,000 bail as defence lawyer cites medical emergency for actions on New York-bound plane.

Cinema

‘I’m a huge gamer’: Callina Liang on playing Chun-Li in Street Fighter

Callina Liang talks about the traits she shares with her character, past work with Lucy Liu and Benedict Wong, and her Chinese cinema dreams.

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Callina Liang as Chun-Li in a still from Street Fighter.
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Who is Archie Renaux? Meet the British actor playing Johnny Warren in HBO’s War

The British actor, who co-stars with Sienna Miller and Dominic West in the series, was an air-conditioning engineer and model before his acting break.

British actor Archie Renaux plays a central role in legal drama War, which premiered on October 1. Photo: archierenaux3/Instagram
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Who is Skyler Gisondo? Meet Ella Rubin’s rumoured boyfriend and viral meme star

The 30-year-old, who broke into acting through a Pizza Hut ad, is starring in A24’s Robert Pattinson-led psychological thriller – but how did he rise to internet fame?

Fame and celebrity

Who is Michael Douglas’ eldest son, Cameron Douglas?

The Fatal Attraction star is opening up about his life in One Helluva Ride – but what do you know about his son Cameron, whom he shares with ex-wife Diandra Luker?

Hong Kong culture

Broadway Cinematheque at 30: celebrating Hong Kong’s best art house cinema

Opened in 1996 in Yau Ma Tei, Broadway Cinematheque continues to defy the streaming era with independent classics and fresh local voices.

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Hollywood

‘Lucky dog’ Sylvester Stallone, 80, on fate, insecurity and his Rocky road to success

With a film career spanning 50 years, the star looks back on his life, from unwanted child to struggling actor to Hollywood success story.

American actor, director and screenwriter Sylvester Stallone on the set of his movie Rocky II. Photo: Corbis via Getty Images
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Why Big Trouble in Little China is both problematic and progressive

John Carpenter’s cult classic, which bombed at the box office, blended problematic elements with progressive representation for the 1980s.

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Who is Chad Lowe’s wife, Kim Painter?

Fiona Lowe, who tragically died at age 13, was the second daughter of Lowe and Painter – the couple met through their connection to Star Wars actress Carrie Fisher.

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All you need to know about OG Superman Christopher Reeve’s son Will

The ABC News correspondent and Good Morning America host, who was diagnosed with testicular cancer this year, continues his parents’ impactful work.

Will Reeve at the 76th annual Emmy Awards ceremony in Los Angeles, 2024. Photo: EPA-EFE
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Loved Heart of the Beast? 10 more great movies where the dog takes the lead

From Hachiko to Good Boy, pooches not people deliver the biggest performances in these movies ranging from tear-jerkers to horror.

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Meet Woody Harrelson’s wife, Laura Louie, who joined him at the Brothers premiere

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Harvey Weinstein gets 15 years for sex assault after pleading for mercy

Disgraced Hollywood figure resentenced in New York for sexually assaulting a former production assistant.

Harvey Weinstein in court for his sentencing on Wednesday. Photo: New York Post via AP
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Meet DWTS star Julia Stiles’ husband, Preston Cook

The actress, who impressed judges with a routine set to the late Dolly Parton’s ‘9 to 5’, thanked her husband of nine years and three children for their support.

Julia Stiles and Preston Cook met in 2014, married in 2017 and have three children. Photo: Getty Images
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Meet Slow Horses star Gary Oldman’s wife, Gisele Schmidt

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Why Oliver Stone’s Snowden remains a terrifying surveillance warning 10 years on

We revisit the 2016 film about NSA analyst Edward Snowden, who leaked mass surveillance programmes and was branded a traitor by the US.

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Meet Ben Affleck’s nephew Indiana, Casey Affleck’s older son

The 22-year-old features in Company alongside Nick Nolte, and has has a role at Matt Damon’s studio Artists Equity.

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New book peeks behind the scenes of Sofia Coppola’s 2006 cult classic Marie Antoinette

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How to Style like Michael star Jaafar Jackson in understated elegance

Opt for bold knitwear in punchy hues layered over a crisp light blue shirt, with cuffs peeking through, before completing the look with Montblanc sunglasses.

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