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The Academy’s Oscar rules have changed over the years. For example, for many years the same actor could not be nominated multiple times in the same category.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / March 30

Jane Campion set to preside over jury of Taormina Film Festival

Jane Campion is set to preside over the jury of the Taormina Film Festival. Marking a high-profile appointment for the long-running Sicilian event, the 71-year-old director will lead the jury at the 72nd edition of the event, which runs from 10 to 14 June.

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24 nominees who won an Academy Award for their first movie

Although this is an exclusive group, it contains a few folks who might surprise you.

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20 films with many Oscar nominations but few wins

Just because a movie gets a lot of Oscar nominations does not mean a lot of wins will follow. These films had a lot of bites at the apple but found limited success.

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15 iconic directors whose filmographies have both quality and quantity

These directors aren’t precious about projects, but still manage to deliver the good quite often.

Entertainment News / IndieWire / February 19, 2025

Jane Campion, Susan Seidelman, Mira Nair, and More Women Directors in Their Own Words: Read an Excerpt from ‘Cinema Her Way’

Exclusive: IndieWire shares an excerpt from Marya E. Gates' forthcoming book, which includes interviews with Julie Dash, Karyn Kusama, Gina Prince-Bythewood, and other singular female filmmakers.

Entertainment News / IndieWire / November 20, 2024

Nicole Kidman Turned Down Working with Jane Campion at Age 13: It’s a ‘Huge Regret’

Kidman did later collaborate with the director for 1996's "The Portrait of a Lady" and 2017 series "Top of the Lake: China Girl."

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Movies and shows you can stream on Netflix right now

This streaming guide, naturally, includes some of the originals, but also other options worth checking out.

Entertainment News / IndieWire / August 18, 2024

Jane Campion Thinks Box Office Success of ‘Barbie’ Has Helped Female Filmmakers Be ‘Trusted with Money’

Receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award at Locarno Film Festival in Switzerland, Campion reflected on the financial issues she faced despite her 1993 Palme d'Or win for "The Piano."

Entertainment News / IndieWire / April 28, 2024

Nicole Kidman Praises Filmmakers Like Jane Campion and Gus Van Sant at Her AFI Tribute

Kidman made her acceptance speech at the 49th AFI Life Achievement Award Gala, thanking all the directors who made her career.

Entertainment News / IndieWire / April 24, 2024

Jane Campion to Receive Locarno Film Festival’s Pardo d’Onore Manor

The festival will screen two Campion classics, including the debut of a new 4K restoration of "The Piano."

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20 movie directors known for their signature styles

The term "auteur" refers to filmmakers with a distinct approach to their craft that gives their films a personal and singular stamp. Many directors in the film industry, past and present, fall into this category.

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Actors and directors who have won Oscars over the age of 60

Showbiz careers can span a long time. At an age when many are retired, actors and directors can not only work, but thrive. There are actors and directors who have won Oscars after turning 60.