Richard Armitage tells Esther McCarthy about filming Pilgrimage, a new film about monks being hunted by knights in the 13th Century

Brexit referendum is fast approaching and as the hours tick away to the all important vote a number of high profile names have publically lent their support to a side of the debate.

This best of this week’s new films in Irish cinemas.

Alice goes back to Underland to save the Hatter from his past.

Des O’Driscoll looks at five things to do in the world of arts and culture this week.

The summer movie season is almost upon us, with blockbusters galore, and some of them don't even have superheroes in them. Not many we'll admit... here's looking at you Independence Day!

Oscar-winning actress Cate Blanchett joined the BFI Fellowship as she picked up the top accolade from actor Ian McKellen.

Here are five of the best things going on this week.

Set in pre-WWI London, Suffragette (12A) is a stirring account of the campaign for women’s voting rights which was led by Emmeline Pankhurst (a very brief cameo from Meryl Streep).

The story behind the suffragette movie comes into the spotlight in a new movie starring Carey Mulligan and Meryl Streep

Some of these even conflict with the rugby game. *gasp*

Daryl Hannah and Tuppence Middleton tell Ed Power about their roles in a new Netflix show from Matrix creators, the Wachowskis

A round up of this weeks entertainment news

Your spoiler free guide to tonight's TV.

The Disney Corporation yesterday reported second-quarter profits that beat analysts’ estimates, led by growth at its theme parks and continued sales of Frozen toys in a period that lacked a major movie blockbuster.

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Tim Burton is reportedly in a long-term relationship with Berenice Percival.

One of Hollywood’s longest surviving couples have decided to split up.

Helena Bonham Carter and Tim Burton have split.

Elton John and David Furnish have officially got married — exactly nine years after they tied the knot in a civil partnership ceremony.

Elton John and David Furnish have officially got married – exactly nine years after they tied the knot in a civil partnership ceremony.

Here's what's on today for you Saturday couch potatoes.

Your spoiler-free guide to tonight's TV.

EXCITED.

This week, a mixed-race woman overcomes prejudice in period drama 'Belle', Colin Firth and Reese Witherspoon star in ‘Devil’s Knot’, a young boy embarks on a journey of self-discovery in ‘T.S. Spivet’, and ‘Doctor Who’ star Karen Gillan appears in supernatural horror ‘Oculus’.

She cuts an elegant figure each episode on Downton, but Elizabeth McGovern has never looked as sophisticated as she did at the BAFTAs last weekend.

A fan favourite is heading for the exit door at the 'Downton Abbey'.

Here’s our guide to what to watch on TV tonight.

Dominic West and Helena Bonham Carter’s portrayal of Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor’s tempestuous relationship has been recognised with a TV Bafta nomination in the UK.

Tune in tonight to watch award-winning chef Neven Maguire create delicious dishes using ingredients from local producers.

Helena Bonham Carter is coming back for the 'Alice in Wonderland' sequel.

IF television advertising is a purgatory we are forced to endure for 51 weeks of the year, the arrival of those clever Christmas adverts can often make for better viewing than many of the tired specials and movies dominating the schedules.

Emma Thompson has forgiven Helena Bonham Carter for allegedly having an affair with her ex-husband.

Tim Burton has reportedly been spotted kissing a mystery blonde.

It’s “Hi-ho, Silver. Away!” for Gore Verbinski and Johnny Depp, director and Oscar nominated star of the 'Pirates Of The Caribbean' saga, who reunite for this rootin’ tootin’ reinvention of the masked avenger.

Highlights include John Creedon's retracing of Michael Collins's final day.

Johnny Depp will star in an 'Alice in Wonderland' sequel.

Disney is developing a live action adaptation of 'The Jungle Book'.

Stellan Skarsgard is set to star in 'Cinderella'.