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Michael Douglas announces 'raw' memoir for October release

NEW YORK (AP) — Oscar-winner Michael Douglas has announced a memoir set for release on Oct. 6. He describes it as a “raw, sweeping” account of his personal and professional life. Douglas, 81, aims to share his story on his own terms, focusing on his journey from his father Kirk Douglas' shadow to his own stardom. The book, written with Michael Fleming, will cover his experiences with cancer and substance abuse, as well as his enduring marriage to Catherine Zeta-Jones. Douglas is known for roles in “Fatal Attraction” and “Wall Street.” He is also a philanthropist and U.N. Messenger of Peace.

Movie Review: 'Crime 101' is a middle of the road L.A. heist movie, with 'Heat' around the corner

The “Heat” pastiche “Crime 101” can feel a little like an introductory course to the heist movie. It’s a solid if trope-heavy throwback that leans into genre clichés with an expansive, character-first approach. But even with the considerable aid of a good ensemble, “Crime 101” ends up lacking in both depth of character and set-piece spectacle, writes AP Film Writer Jake Coyle in his review. But the movie does have some basic appeal going for it. Los Angeles crime movies are fun. Chris Hemsworth looks good in a suit. And we’re all suckers for savvy criminals with good escape routes.

How the coveted bronze BAFTA mask trophies are made

LONDON (AP) — There is no award season without trophies and at the upcoming British Academy Film Awards these take the form of a heavy bronze mask, made by skilled craftsmen. This year films like “One Battle After Another,” “Sinners” and “Hamnet” are in the running for the shiny trophies made at AATi Foundry northeast of London. They use a sandcasting technique to make about 80 trophies for the Feb. 22 ceremony. The process takes about a week, involving molding, cooling, and polishing the trophies to a mirror finish. Foundry director Hugh Bisset emphasizes the care taken to ensure the masks are flawless, reflecting the hard work of the winners.

In 'My Father's Shadow,' family memory and Nigerian history are resurectected

The British Nigerian director Akinola Davies Jr. and his brother Wale were both toddlers when their father died. As adults, they could hardly remember him. Then Wale had an idea for movie. What if, by some movie miracle, they had gotten to spend  a day with their dad? In “My Father’s Shadow,” the Davies brothers pay tribute to him in a shattering father-son tale set across such a day in Nigeria. The film, Akinola’s directing debut, has gone on to become one of the most acclaimed films of the past year, making history at the Cannes Film Festival and winning awards around the world.

Oscar hopefuls including Jessie Buckley and Timothée Chalamet gather for luncheon and class picture

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) — Nearly all of this year's Oscar nominees gathered Tuesday for the Academy Award nominees luncheon. This event celebrates the nominees and serves as a group portrait session and an orientation for next month's ceremony. Attendees included Jessie Buckley, Timothée Chalamet, and Teyana Taylor. The luncheon is an egalitarian affair where big names mix with newcomers. Academy President Lynette Howell Taylor advised the nominees on acceptance speeches. She urged winners to be prepared and keep speeches to 45 seconds. The annual roll call summoned all the nominees to the stage for their class photo. It began with Delroy Lindo and ended with Taylor.

Pulitzer winner Hernan Diaz's 'Ply' to be published in September

NEW YORK (AP) — Hernan Diaz's first novel since his Pulitzer-winning “Trust” is a futuristic thriller about a young orphan who survives by stealing electricity. Riverhead Books announced Wednesday that the 464-page novel, titled “Ply,” will be published on Sept. 29. Diaz's previous works include “Trust,” set around the 1929 stock market crash, and “In the Distance,” a Pulitzer finalist in 2018. Riverhead describes “Ply” as a novel that questions technology's role in America. It combines elements of a family drama and scientific thriller, exploring themes of selfhood and the distance between loved ones.

Ralph Lauren's fall 2026 collection a mix of romantic adventure with metallic flair

NEW YORK (AP) — Ralph Lauren evoked fresh takes on timeless designs during his Fall 2026 runway show. The 86-year-old designer revealed his latest collection at the Clock Tower building in Manhattan on Tuesday with guests including Anne Hathaway, singer Lana Del Rey and actor Lili Reinhart in attendance. He took his guests on an adventure into the English countryside with his fall collection. It was filled with earth toned looks accessorized with shimmery metallic detailing from silver belt chains to dazzling brooches. Lauren said in his show notes that he loves the adventure of fashion, describing his muse as a modernist with a nod to history.

Bernini and the pope who promoted him celebrated as Vatican marks 400 years of St. Peter's Basilica

ROME (AP) — A new exhibition in Rome is celebrating one of the most important patron-artist relationships in European history. It's one that propelled a young prodigy named Gian Lorenzo Bernini into a towering figure of Baroque art and architecture.“Bernini and the Barberini,” which opens Thursday, explores the complex relationship between Bernini and Pope Urban VIII, who ruled from 1623-1644. Urban is credited with discovering Bernini and, with him, embarking on a project to make Rome the artistic center of Christian civilization. Urban is being celebrated in a host of Vatican initiatives this year, since he consecrated the new St. Peter’s Basilica in 1626. Urban also put the finishing touches on its interior, including with Bernini’s famous baldacchino canopy over the tomb of the saint.