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"Cannes Festival"....beyond the glamour. (Article)

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The Cannes Film Festival is one of the most prestigious and glamorous film events in the world. Every year, filmmakers, actors, producers, and journalists gather in the beautiful city of Cannes on the French Riviera to celebrate cinema and artistic creativity. Known for its red carpet, luxury atmosphere, and important film premieres, the festival has become a symbol of excellence in international filmmaking. The origins of the Cannes Film Festival date back to the late 1930s. At that time, the most important European film event was the Venice Film Festival. However, political influence and propaganda began to affect the awards and decisions of the festival during the rise of fascism in Europe. France wanted to create a new international festival that would promote artistic freedom and independence. As a result, the French government decided to organize a new film festival in Cannes. The first edition was planned for September 1939. Many famous Hollywood stars and filmmakers...
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Interviewing actress Sarah Maria Coffey. Discussing the importance of fitness for health and for actors.

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The Unseen Athlete Behind the Screen In an industry built on the magic of appearance, we often ignore the grueling physical and mental machinery that keeps the illusion running. While we celebrate the transformative weight gains or losses of A-list stars for "Oscar-worthy" roles, the daily reality of health, fitness, and mental resilience in the film industry remains largely a silent script. Does a performer’s physical condition truly matter when the camera isn't demanding a superhero physique? Is the "fit actor" archetype a necessity or a vanity? To dive into these questions, we are joined by someone who lives at the intersection of performance and peak physical demand.  Sarah Maria Coffey is a versatile actress, a precise body double, and—perhaps most importantly—a formidable athlete in her own right.  In This Interview, We Discuss:  The "Invisible" Standard Why the industry's silence on mental and physical health can be ...
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Smile 2 (2024) review

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Smile 2 attempts to expand the unsettling psychological horror established in its predecessor, but the result is a mixed experience that leans more on intensity than originality. Directed by Parker Finn, the film dives deeper into the curse’s mythology, offering a broader scope and higher stakes. The story follows a new protagonist whose descent into paranoia and terror mirrors the original film’s structure. While this familiarity helps maintain continuity, it also becomes one of the film’s main weaknesses. Much of the narrative feels predictable, recycling key elements rather than reinventing them. However, the film compensates with stronger visual direction and more elaborate scare sequences. One of the standout aspects is its atmosphere. The tension is carefully built through eerie sound design and unsettling imagery, creating moments that genuinely disturb the viewer. The “smile” motif remains effective—simple yet deeply unnerving. That said, the...
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Interviewing actress Jennifer Castillo

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1. How was your childhood? I grew up in Santo Ángel, a small village in Murcia, Spain, as the youngest of four sisters. I had a challenging childhood, but it was also creative and lively. Our home was always full of food, music, singing, and dance, so I always gravitated towards performing. I loved participating in school plays, musicals, dances and recitals and it became a way to express myself. Perhaps because of the challenges, my curiosity for the performing arts came so early in my life, as a way to have fun and joy. 2. From what age did you decide to be an actress and how did you know you had the skills to go on TV? I’ve always had a sense that performing was for me, but I fully realized I wanted to be an actress around age 10, when I performed in my first full play and took on multiple roles. I loved the thrill of embodying different characters and connecting with the audience, I still remember their laughter very vividly! As I grew older, I trained in acting, sin...
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Interviewing model Dixie Jevarian

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1. What inspired you to become a model, and what do you love most about your job? What inspired me to become a model was the opportunity for career growth and meeting new people.  2. How do you prepare for a photoshoot or runway show? What’s your routine like? Depends on the photoshoot sometimes I get my makeup professionally done by makeup artists and same with my hair and others I do my makeup and hair myself. 3. What advice would you give to young girls who want to start a career in modeling? I would say it’s good to branch out and meet new people just be careful because the  industry isn’t what it’s made out to be. There’s always pros and cons when it comes to   modeling. 4. How do you stay fit and healthy? Do you have any favorite workouts or diets? I diet & go on walks to maintain a healthy figure. My diet is usually one meal a day mostly protein I try to avoid as much carbs as possible.  5. Can you tell us about a memo...
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Interviewing model Victoria Luxe (Playboy Bunny)

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1.-What inspired you to become a model, and what do you love most about your job? I have always loved taking photos since I was a young girl and always loved being center of attention. This made me become a model and what I love most about my job is taking photos, being confident and expressing myself in front of the camera/ audience. 2.-How do you prepare for a photoshoot or runway show? What’s your routine like? I prepare myself for a photo shoot or a runway show by getting a good night sleep, have a healthy diet a few weeks before, and having a impactful fitness routine! Skincare and hair care is a must as well! :) 3.-What advice would you give to young girls who want to start a career in modeling? Stay focused, be patient, be confident, dont let anyone discourage you from your dreams or goals. Be balanced, have a good fitness routine, healthy mental/physical/ spiritual wellbeing! Also, be prepared to hear “no” a few times, keep going no matter what! 4.-How do you stay f...
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Interviewing actor Mark Haxby

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1-. How was your childhood? I was born in Bradford in 1978 I was the first child of Susan and Robert Haxby. 4 years later my brother Lee was born. My dad lost his job and we had to move to a council estate called Thorpedge. We lived in a block of flats called Ailse House, I went to Parkland Primary school and so did my brother. I never really saw my dad in my early years as he was always working away when he got a new job always abroad so I do not really have any memories of him which is sad but I had my mum and brother. Sadly, my mum was an alcoholic and we saw this every night. I would be given a note from my mum and sent to the shop for 2 litre bottles of cider. I remember being 8 years old and picking up a stick and playing army this was the time I realised I wanted to be a soldier. We moved into a house in Idle and things were ok for a while. Then my dad left my mum and we were on our own. My mum went into full alcoholism and it was terrible. Men would come home and d...
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