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Actors and Filmmakers in the Spotlight

Updated 2026-08-19 11:40 UTC 2 sources Neutral

Emily Watson, a renowned actress, shared her experiences growing up in a religious cult, which nearly derailed her career. Meanwhile, the Czech Republic has selected Pepa Ljubojacki’s documentary 'If Pigeons Turned to Gold' for the Best International Feature Film category at the upcoming Oscars.

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Deadline

Oscars: Czech Republic Selects Documentary Feature ‘If Pigeons Turned To Gold’ For Best International Feature Film Race

The Czech Republic has planted its flag early this year, selecting Pepa Ljubojacki’s documentary feature If Pigeons Turned to Gold as the country’s entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the 99th Academy Awards. Shot over a period of five years, the film follows Ljubojacki’s broth

2026-08-19 11:25 UTC

Variety

Emily Watson Says Growing Up in a Religious Cult Almost Stopped Her From Starring in ‘Breaking the Waves’: ‘I Was Like a Piece of Wire That Had Been Unplugged’

Emily Watson is one of the most lauded actors working today, having earned multiple Oscar, Golden Globe and BAFTA nominations, as well as winning a Silver Bear in Berlin, a European Film Award and a SAG Award. But growing up in a religious cult almost ended her illustrious career before it even bega

2026-08-19 11:30 UTC