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Bristol City Council has initiated a one-week fundraiser aiming to raise £100,000 to acquire JMW Turner's earliest-known oil painting, "The Rising Squall," which depicts the Avon Gorge and was rediscovered after being lost for 150 years. Phillip Walker, the council's head of culture, emphasized the painting's significance as the first and possibly only oil work of a Bristol scene by Turner. Need More Context? 🔎

Inside London's first romance-only bookshop, Sarah Maxwell showcases the "smut hut," a section for erotic titles, while challenging the stigma surrounding romance fiction. With UK fiction revenues surpassing £1bn, attitudes towards the genre are shifting positively, though some still perceive it through a sexist lens. Need More Context? 🔎

Did you get tickets to Glastonbury festival this year? Not to worry if not, you can watch from the comfort of your own home on BBC iPlayer. This week also marks the end of Squid Game with its third season, Brad Pitt's new film F1 hitting UK cinemas, and Hideo Kojima releasing the sequel to Death Stranding. Need More Context? 🔎

VFX Artists React Episode OverviewThis episode of Corridor Crew's VFX Artists React focuses on Marvel’s original Iron Man and the evolution of the suit's visual effects throughout the franchise. It also examines visual effects from Altered States and Blue Thunder, appealing to film enthusiasts interested in the filmmaking process. Need More Context? 🔎

Alex Boucher's video essay explores the behind-the-scenes magic of Muppet filmmaking, showcasing how puppeteering techniques create seamless interactions between Muppets and the real world without CGI or AI. It highlights inventive methods like trapdoors, underwater rigs, and camera tricks, illustrating the dedication of creators like Jim Henson in bringing these beloved characters to life. Need More Context? 🔎

Dakota Johnson's film Madame Web faced harsh criticism, winning several 2024 Razzies, including Worst Picture and Worst Actress. After the announcements, Sandra Bullock reached out with a supportive voice note, sharing her own Razzie experience, prompting Johnson to reflect on the film's troubled production and creative challenges. Need More Context? 🔎