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TMC MP Dev Congratulates BJP, Urges Unity In Bengali Film Industry
Following the BJP's victory in the West Bengal assembly elections, TMC MP Dev calls for unity and artistic freedom within the Bengali film industry, hoping for an end to bans and divisions. TMC MP Dev congratulates the BJP on their victory in the…
Karlovy Vary Film Festival Expands KVIFF Industry Days, Its Program for Film Professionals
The Karlovy Vary Intl. Film Festival has expanded its program for film professionals, KVIFF Industry Days, which runs July 5-8 at Kaiserbad, an elegant venue in the Czech spa town. KVIFF Promises Broadens Its International Scope The platform…
The 'Edge of Tomorrow' Sequel Could Finally Start Filming Later This Year
Somehow, Piranha returned. Go behind the scenes on Masters of the Universe in a new featurette. Dario Scardapane discusses the fallout of Daredevil: Born Again season 2's finale. Plus, get a new look at the return of Silo. To me, my spoilers!
If You're Chasing Photos With an Analog Aesthetic, Just Get This New Film Camera
It has a surprisingly solid build for a Lomo model. The MC-A immediately impressed me with a largely metal chassis that has no noticeable flex. The manual film-advance lever, film-door release, and film-rewind crank are also made of metal, which…
An Unexpected Reaction to the Recent Michael Jackson Film
I was reluctant to see the new film about Michael Jackson because I had read that it completely avoided the fact that he was accused of child sexual abuse and grooming. I just went because his dancing has such an influence that almost every day…
'Better Than the Movies' film adaptation officially announced
The “little love lovers” are finally coming to the screens. Just five years after its publication, New York Times best-selling author Lynn Painter's “Better Than the Movies” is officially being adapted. Taking to her…
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Netflix appoints Raghav Raj Kodesia to Original Films & Licensing role
Netflix has appointed Raghav Raj Kodesia to its original films & licensing function in India, as the platform continues to strengthen its content pipeline and partnerships in the market. Kodesia joins Netflix after a stint at Saregama India, where…
Disney's Films, Parks Lift Profit in Debut Quarter For New CEO
Walt Disney Co. posted stronger results than Wall Street expected thanks to improved profitability at its streaming business, new Avatar and Zootopia movies, and guests spending more at the company's resorts and on cruises. Earnings-per-share…
European Film Academy Appoints First Ever Chapter Principals
The European Film Academy has appointed its first-ever cohort of chapter principals across eight filmmaking disciplines as it expands its commitment to supporting the arts and crafts professions of European filmmaking. The move follows the…
American Film Market Refocuses on 'New Global Screen Economy' For 2026 Edition
After the American Film Market was reborn last year in Century City, the world's leading indie movie bazaar has signaled its upcoming November market will refocus on how content is increasingly financed, produced and embraced by consumers across…
What's filming in Georgia? 'Superman,' 'Scooby-Doo' and Kevin Bacon pilot.
DC Studios, courtesy of Atlanta resident and co-CEO James Gunn, is currently shooting the latest “Superman” movie out of Trilith Studios in Fayetteville, even causing a stir among prisoners at a local federal prison, according to TMZ.
Asghar Farhadi, Andrey Zvyagintsev, Kore-eda Hirokazu and Cristian Mungiu in Competition as Sydney Film Festival Reveals Full Program With 19 Cannes Films
The Sydney Film Festival has unveiled its complete program for the 73rd edition, spanning 248 films from 81 countries, with 19 titles arriving directly from the Cannes Film Festival as part of an event running June 3-14 at the State Theatre, Sydney…
Alia Bhatt To Make Her Horror Film Debut With Tumbbad 2?
Hindi horror film Tumbbad released to a great reception in 2018. Actor-producer Sohum Shah invested a great deal of time and money in backing this project and it has acquired a cult status among horror movie lovers. In fact, during the re-release…
Injury On Film Set Prevention Urged In Open Letter To Lisa Nandy
EXCLUSIVE: Bosses at the British broadcasting union, leading association of agents and anti-bullying body have come together to urge government support helping prevent injury on film, TV and theater sets. A “broad coalition” of 15…
'Squid Game' Star Lee Byung-hun Boards Martial Arts Film 'Nambeol'
Lee Byung-hun, known internationally for “ Squid Game ” and “ No Other Choice,” has been cast in the lead role of “ Nambeol ” (working title), a martial arts action film set in the early Joseon Dynasty that…
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