![New film censorship guidelines launched to boost production of high-quality works New film censorship guidelines launched to boost production of high-quality works](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/61715246139_SaifuddinNasution.jpg)
New film censorship guidelines launched to boost production of high-quality works
The main pillars incorporated in new censorship guidelines are public order and safety, religion and morality and sociocultural perspective.
Mon May 20 2024
![New film captures Afghan women's courage in failed peace talks with Taliban New film captures Afghan women's courage in failed peace talks with Taliban](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41714723066_TBFatimaGailani.jpg)
New film captures Afghan women's courage in failed peace talks with Taliban
The film is a testament to the courage of Afghan women leaders who continue advocating for change since the Taliban seized power.
Sat May 04 2024
![Katie Holmes on writing, directing and acting in new film: 'It feels very satisfying' Katie Holmes on writing, directing and acting in new film: 'It feels very satisfying'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-07/71658979062_KatieHolmes.jpg)
Katie Holmes on writing, directing and acting in new film: 'It feels very satisfying'
Katie Holmes shares one of her pandemic pastimes in her new feature film "Alone Together," as writer, director and star of the movie.
Thu Jul 28 2022
![New documentary 'The Princess' immerses audiences in Diana's story New documentary 'The Princess' immerses audiences in Diana's story](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-08/81627977271_PrincessDiana.jpg)
New documentary 'The Princess' immerses audiences in Diana's story
The new film "The Princess" relies entirely on archive video to trace Dianas life from a timid teen to her death 25 years ago.
Wed Jun 29 2022
![Jennifer Lopez has rom-com 'homecoming' with 'Marry Me' Jennifer Lopez has rom-com 'homecoming' with 'Marry Me'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-02/41644475427_JenniferLopez.jpg)
Jennifer Lopez has rom-com 'homecoming' with 'Marry Me'
JLo plays a familiar role in new film "Marry Me", portraying a pop superstar whose love life is scrutinised by millions.
Thu Feb 10 2022
![Spielberg brings life-long fandom to reimagined 'West Side Story' Spielberg brings life-long fandom to reimagined 'West Side Story'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2018-03/41521455841_STEVENSPIELBERG.jpg)
Spielberg brings life-long fandom to reimagined 'West Side Story'
Sondheim, who wrote the lyrics for the musical, died at age 91 three days before the world premiere of the new film.
Tue Dec 07 2021
![Banderas, Cruz poke fun at film biz excesses at Venice Banderas, Cruz poke fun at film biz excesses at Venice](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-09/41630818297_VENICE.jpg)
Banderas, Cruz poke fun at film biz excesses at Venice
Penelope Cruz and Antonio Banderas rip into their own industry with abandon in their new film "Official Competition".
Sun Sep 05 2021
![As the 20th anniversary of 9/11 rolls around, filmmakers take different approaches As the 20th anniversary of 9/11 rolls around, filmmakers take different approaches](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-09/61630725376_NEWYORK.jpg)
As the 20th anniversary of 9/11 rolls around, filmmakers take different approaches
A slew of new films and TV series are being released around the 20th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, attacks.
Sat Sep 04 2021
![Amy Winehouse remembered in new film marking 10 years since death Amy Winehouse remembered in new film marking 10 years since death](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-07/81626891663_amy.jpg)
Amy Winehouse remembered in new film marking 10 years since death
Winehouse, who struggled with drink and drug problems through much of her career, died from alcohol poisoning at her north London home on July 23, 2011.
Thu Jul 22 2021
![The eight contenders for the best picture Oscar The eight contenders for the best picture Oscar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-04/61619158217_OSCARS.jpg)
The eight contenders for the best picture Oscar
In a year that saw movie theatres boarded up due to COVID-19, eight new films are in contention for Oscar's for best picture.
Fri Apr 23 2021
![Istanbul stray dogs get own starring roles in new film Istanbul stray dogs get own starring roles in new film](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-03/51616474616_straydogs.jpg)
Istanbul stray dogs get own starring roles in new film
The new documentary "Stray" depicts daily life in Istanbul through the eyes of three dogs.
Tue Mar 23 2021
![Cambodia's cash-strapped cyclo drivers treated to pedal-in movie Cambodia's cash-strapped cyclo drivers treated to pedal-in movie](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-01/71611728197_CAMBODIA.jpg)
Cambodia's cash-strapped cyclo drivers treated to pedal-in movie
They were shown the new film "Fathers" by local director Huy Yaleng, about a cyclo driver's daily battle to support his family.
Wed Jan 27 2021
![Serial killer specialist 'appalled' by US executions in new film Serial killer specialist 'appalled' by US executions in new film](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-11/81605690680_crime.jpg)
Serial killer specialist 'appalled' by US executions in new film
Lisa Montgomery is due to become the first female executed by the US government in 67 years.
Wed Nov 18 2020
![Lady Macbeth star talks murder, sex and playing her scary part in new film Lady Macbeth star talks murder, sex and playing her scary part in new film](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-04/61493116954_WilliamOldroyd.jpg)
"Lady Macbeth" star talks murder, sex and playing her scary part in new film
The star of dark and racy period drama "Lady Macbeth", Florence Pugh, says playing the new British film's protagonist was terrifying.
Tue Apr 25 2017
![Tom Hanks jokes Twitter CEO inspired his character in 'The Circle' Tom Hanks jokes Twitter CEO inspired his character in 'The Circle'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-04/51493114813_TomHanks.jpg)
Tom Hanks jokes Twitter CEO inspired his character in 'The Circle'
Tom Hanks, who plays a Silicon Valley tycoon in the new film "The Circle" about a powerful social media company, teased Jack Dorsey on Monday that he may have been inspiration for the part.
Tue Apr 25 2017