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Ryusuke Hamaguchi makes gentle, quiet, long films. And he might win the Palme d'Or
11+ hour, 25+ min ago (669+ words) But one of the most lauded films of this year's Cannes is a patiently plotted, sensitively told three-hour drama about giving people the time they deserve. Ryusuke Hamaguchi's "All of a Sudden" has been one of the most widely acknowledged…...
Where to watch Shrek in Laredo for its 25th anniversary
14+ hour, 58+ min ago (174+ words) Fans of Shrek can catch anniversary screenings of the Dream Works animated classic at theaters across Laredo this week. The iconic Dream Works and Universal film "Shrek" is returning to Laredo theaters this week as it celebrates the 25th anniversary of…...
Thorpe: SXSW 2026 delivered unforgettable music, movie premieres and star power
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (14+ words) Laredo Morning Times...
Five things to do in Laredo this week, from concerts to local film showings
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (381+ words) Carin Leon's upcoming concert at Sames Auto Arena is one of five events happening in Laredo this week, alongside film screenings, crafting activities and community programs. Laredoans looking for something to do this week will have plenty of options beyond…...
Ella Langley dominates the ACM Awards and Cody Johnson wins entertainer of the year
1+ day, 23+ hour ago (864+ words) Cody Johnson won entertainer of the year, but it was Ella Langley's night from the start. The first honor of the Academy of Country Music Awards Sunday was for the coveted song of the year, given to Langley for the…...
Celebrity birthdays for the week of May 24-30 includes Octavia Spencer and Carey Mulligan
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (27+ words) Laredo Morning Times Celebrity birthdays for the week of May 24-30:...
Bulgaria wins the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with upbeat party anthem 'Bangaranga"
2+ day, 23+ hour ago (910+ words) Israeli competitor Noam Bettan came second after a contest in Vienna clouded by protests and a boycott over the country's participation. Dara beat 24 other competitors during Saturday's grand final of the sequin-drenched pop music competition. The song's infectious beats and…...
Michael" reclaims the top box office spot in its 4th weekend
2+ day, 12+ hour ago (449+ words) After two weeks trailing "The Devil Wears Prada 2," the Michael Jackson biopic "Michael" reclaimed the No. 1 spot at the North American box office with $26. 1 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday. The Lionsgate movie is in rarefied territory,…...
An Australian journalist turns her harrowing China prison ordeal into a memoir and play
2+ day, 16+ min ago (1007+ words) She has shone a rare spotlight on the harsh conditions within the secretive Chinese prison system. She has also shared a personal story of resilience about how meaning can be found in suffering. "For me, it's a fuller appreciation of…...
Photo highlights from Cannes 2026
2+ day, 16+ hour ago (8+ words) Laredo Morning Times...