The broadcasting union Bectu has called for urgent and joined-up action from the UK government in response to the challenges facing the UK screen industries. In a letter to the culture secretary, Philippa Childs highlighted the deep concerns within the industry and pushed for an industry-wide summit to discuss possible solutions. The current situation for
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Luis Gerado Méndez, a familiar face on Netflix Mexico, is set to make waves with his newest project, Technoboys. Not only will he be portraying the lead singer of the titular boyband, but he will also be stepping into the role of co-director alongside Gerardo Gatica. This marks a significant milestone in Méndez’s career as
The 2024 Film Independent Spirit Awards are set to take place in Santa Monica, California, on Sunday, February 25. This prestigious event celebrates the best in independent film and television, highlighting the talent and creativity of filmmakers outside the traditional Hollywood system. Hosted by Aidy Bryant, a former cast member of Saturday Night Live, the
Director Alexander Payne and screenwriter David Hemingson, known for their work on The Holdovers, have exciting news for fans. During a Q&A session at Soho House in West Hollywood, Hemingson shared that they are collaborating on a new Western film. He hinted that there is a role earmarked for actor Paul Giamatti, who has worked
Tyler Perry, a well-known figure in the entertainment industry, recently expressed his concerns about the impact of artificial intelligence on the film industry. After witnessing a demonstration of OpenAI’s text-to-video model Sora, Perry was left astonished by the capabilities of AI. He has even put an $800 million expansion of his Atlanta studio on hold
The 2024 Visual Effects Society Awards were recently held at the Beverly Hilton, and the winners were announced in various categories. The leading contenders for the night were Disney’s “The Creator” and Sony’s “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse,” each receiving seven nominations. These two films wasted no time in dominating the awards ceremony, with “Spider-Man” taking
The recent announcement from the Producers Guild of America (PGA) has brought to light the winners in the Sports and Children’s categories for the upcoming 2024 PGA Awards. Season 1 of Netflix’s captivating docuseries, “Beckham,” clinched the prestigious Outstanding Sports Program award, while the beloved Season 53 of Max’s “Sesame Street” secured the honor of
Michael Keaton recently shared insights into his decision to reprise his role as Beetlejuice in the upcoming Tim Burton film. In a candid interview, Keaton revealed that he and Burton agreed early on to avoid heavy reliance on CGI technology. Keaton emphasized the importance of creating a handmade feel for the film, highlighting the joy
Lily Gladstone’s recent success with an Oscar nomination for her role in Martin Scorsese’s “Killers of the Flower Moon” has catapulted her into the spotlight. Her next project, “The Memory Police,” sees her venturing into sci-fi territory, a shift that can either make or break her career. The movie, set on an unnamed island at
Paramount’s latest release, Bob Marley: One Love, has taken the international box office by storm in its opening week. The biopic, directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green, has garnered an impressive $29 million in 47 overseas markets, exceeding initial projections. Despite mixed reviews from critics, audiences have embraced the film, propelling it to the second-largest music