Longtime festivalgoers say the final Sundance in Utah may also be their last
PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — A common question that has emerged from this year's Sundance Film Festival is: "“Will you still go to the festival when it moves to Boulder?” Several festivalgoers who have been attending for decades say the final Sundance in Utah may also be their last. Some pointed to founder Robert Redford's recent death as a reason to close a chapter. Others said Sundance won't be the same festival outside its charming mountain hometown of Park City. Redford’s daughter, Amy Redford, said she’s excited about the transition but is glad the development programs her father established for emerging filmmakers will be staying in Utah.
American rock climber Alex Honnold reaches top of Taipei 101 skyscraper without ropes
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — American rock climber Alex Honnold has ascended the Taipei 101 skyscraper without any ropes or protective equipment. Cheers erupted from a street-level crowd as he reached the top of the spire of the 1,667-foot tower about 90 minutes after he started on Sunday. Wearing a red short-sleeve shirt, he waved his arms back and forth over his head. Honnold's free solo climb of the iconic building in Taiwan's capital was being broadcast live on Netflix. The ascent was delayed for 24 hours due to rain.
Natalie Portman, Seth Rogen debut new movies at Sundance Film Festival
PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — The Sundance Film Festival hosted the world premieres of two comedies on Saturday. Olivia Wilde's “The Invite” debuted at the Eccles Theater in Park City, Utah. It marks her third directorial effort and is a return to her comedic roots. The film, written by Will McCormack and Rashida Jones, stars Wilde and Seth Rogen as a couple hosting a revealing dinner with their neighbors, played by Penélope Cruz and Edward Norton. Following “The Invite” was Cathy Yan’s “The Gallerist,” starring Natalie Portman as a gallerist involved in a bizarre plot at Art Basel. Both films are seeking distribution at the festival.
Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, K-pop and more: AP predicts who will win at the 2026 Grammys
Kendrick Lamar leads the 2026 Grammys nominee pack, but Lady Gaga, Bad Bunny and others are vying for their moment in the spotlight. But who will take home trophies on Sunday? Associated Press Music Writer Maria Sherman and Entertainment Writer Jonathan Landrum Jr. break down the close races for Grammy glory. They predict victories for Lamar, Lady Gaga, Rosé and Bruno Mars. They also expect close genre races across country, Latin and pop. The 68th Grammy Awards will be held Feb. 1 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles and air on CBS and stream on Paramount+.
Which films dominated the Oscar nominations and how to watch them
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Oscar nominations were announced Thursday and “Sinners” led the pack with 16 nods. Ryan Coogler is nominated for best director and screenplay. Michael B. Jordan earns his first Oscar nomination for best actor. He played two roles. “One Battle After Another” follows with 13 nominations. They include acting nods for Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, and Teyana Taylor. Other notable films are “Sentimental Value,” “Marty Supreme” and “Frankenstein.” Each received nine nominations. Many of the films are available on various streaming platforms like HBO Max, Netflix and Apple TV. Some are still in theaters.
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Robert Redford remembered for his mentorship of new filmmakers at Sundance gala
PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — Filmmakers whose careers were shaped by Robert Redford and the Sundance Institute he founded are honoring his legacy at the first Sundance Film Festival since his death. The 2026 festival is a love letter to the haven Redford established in Utah decades ago for stories that didn’t fit into the mainstream. His daughter said it was his Sundance Institute lab programs for writers and directors that brought him the most pride. Several program alumni and others who Redford mentored shared stories on stage Friday night at a star-studded gala honoring his legacy.
Inside Super Bowl week's concerts, parties and celebrity scene heading into big game
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Dave Franco and O’Shea Jackson Jr. lead road movie gone wrong, bringing comedy to Sundance
PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — The Sundance Film Festival is showcasing more comedies this year, including Macon Blair's new film. The movie stars Dave Franco and O’Shea Jackson Jr. as two down-on-their-luck guys hired to transport a troubled teen, played by Mason Thames, to a treatment facility. It premiered Friday night in Park City, Utah, and is seeking distribution. Blair and Alex Orr began working on the story over a decade ago. Franco joined as a producer and helped finalize the project. Blair hopes the film finds a distributor open to a theatrical release.
In operatic dispute, Met Opera director and designers order names stripped from 'Carmen'
NEW YORK (AP) — The production team of Bizet’s “Carmen” at the Metropolitan Opera demanded their names be removed from programs due to a restaging decision. Director Carrie Cracknell’s version, which opened on Dec. 31, 2023, moved the setting to a modern American town. The revival included a Jaguar convertible and three pickup trucks that moved. A restaging decision removed the Jaguar, added a motorcycle and used one stationary pickup. Set designer Michael Levine expressed frustration, saying it altered the original artistic intent. The Met cited financial reasons for the changes. The company plans to bring back Richard Eyre’s retired 2009 staging in the future.
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