• Ken Ross: 'I want to see a disabled person who's as famous as Brad Pitt on screen'
    Tuesday, January 26, 2021 from Film industry | The Guardian
    The film producer on how having a son with Down syndrome inspired him to promote inclusion in the industry Award-winning film producer Ken Ross is calling for more people with disabilities to be seen on TV and film screens all around the...
  • Cineworld bosses' bonus scheme worth up to £208m gets green light
    Monday, January 25, 2021 from Film industry | The Guardian
    Pay policy and incentive plan rejected by 30% of shareholders who voted Investors in Britain’s largest cinema chain have approved a controversial incentive scheme that could result in bosses being awarded more than £200m in shares ,...
  • Keira Knightley: I won't shoot any more sex scenes directed by men
    Monday, January 25, 2021 from Film industry | The Guardian
    The actor says she feels very uncomfortable trying to portray the male gaze and says she’s ‘too vain’ to shoot intimate scenes Keira Knightley has expressed her discomfort with shooting intimate scenes, saying that she will no longer do...
  • Disney Veteran Kirk Wise To Direct ‘Sunny,’ Enderby Entertainment’s First Animated Feature
    Friday, January 22, 2021 from Cartoon Brew » Business
    It's about "a boy named Sunny who must learn to control his emotions because his emotions control the sun." The post Disney Veteran Kirk Wise To Direct ‘Sunny,’ Enderby Entertainment’s First Animated Feature appeared...
  • Churn Is The Streaming Business Buzzword You Should Know For 2021
    Friday, January 22, 2021 from Cartoon Brew » Business
    A new report by Deloitte found that Americans are changing the streaming services they use more frequently than ever. The post Churn Is The Streaming Business Buzzword You Should Know For 2021 appeared first on Cartoon Brew .
  • Malcolm & Marie review – furious film-maker takes a pop at critics
    Friday, January 22, 2021 from Film industry | The Guardian
    Zendaya and John David Washington ham it up entertainingly in a two-hander about a conceited director and his partner This two-hander from writer-director Sam Levinson starring John David Washington and Zendaya can be shouty, hammy and...
  • Shaken, not deterred: the latest film delays are proof cinema is plotting a comeback | Peter Bradshaw
    Friday, January 22, 2021 from Film industry | The Guardian
    Not long ago, huge films were cast off to streaming services. Now studios are holding fire with a grand reopening in sight The movie business is a gamble at the best of times. And in the immortal words of Kenny Rogers, you’ve got to know...
  • Let's hope Cineworld's shameless bonus scheme proposal flops | Nils Pratley
    Thursday, January 21, 2021 from Film industry | The Guardian
    Greidinger brothers’ outrageous plan must be voted down. Plus: the worrying rise of spread betting You would assume a 20% family shareholding in the company you run would serve as a strong incentive to get out of bed in the morning. Not...
  • Pixar Veteran Guido Quaroni Appointed To Key Role On Adobe’s 3D & Immersive Team
    Tuesday, January 19, 2021 from Cartoon Brew » Business
    Quaroni spent 24 years at Pixar, most recently as its vice president of software r&d. The post Pixar Veteran Guido Quaroni Appointed To Key Role On Adobe’s 3D & Immersive Team appeared first on Cartoon Brew .
  • Laika Hires Veteran Executive Ian Sheppard As Head Of Development
    Monday, January 18, 2021 from Cartoon Brew » Business
    The executive was previously overseeing development at the John Lasseter-led Skydance Animation. The post Laika Hires Veteran Executive Ian Sheppard As Head Of Development appeared first on Cartoon Brew .
  • UK reimposes Covid-related travel restrictions on film and TV crew
    Monday, January 18, 2021 from Film industry | The Guardian
    Executives and crew arriving in the UK will have to isolate for 10 days in reversal of move made to get film production back up and running Film and TV crew are no longer exempt from coronavirus restrictions related to job travel, it has...
  • Prominent film industry names sign letter asking for government support for UK cinemas
    Monday, January 18, 2021 from Film industry | The Guardian
    Steve McQueen, Barbara Broccoli and Christopher Nolan join fellow film-makers and actors in call for more funding for large cinema chains hit hard by the pandemic A group of the film industry’s most high-profile and influential names –...
  • Technicolor Sells Post-Production Business ‘To Focus On VFX And Animation’
    Friday, January 15, 2021 from Cartoon Brew » Business
    The media conglomerate has had a rough 2020, with production revenues falling 53.7% year-on-year in the third quarter. The post Technicolor Sells Post-Production Business ‘To Focus On VFX And Animation’ appeared first on...
  • John Agbaje Leaves FX To Lead Animation At J.J. Abrams’s Bad Robot
    Friday, January 15, 2021 from Cartoon Brew » Business
    The production company is getting serious about animation. The post John Agbaje Leaves FX To Lead Animation At J.J. Abrams’s Bad Robot appeared first on Cartoon Brew .
  • ‘Big City Greens’ Creators The Houghton Brothers Sign Overall Deal With Disney TV Animation
    Thursday, January 14, 2021 from Cartoon Brew » Business
    Disney Channel has also renewed "Big City Greens" for a third season. The post ‘Big City Greens’ Creators The Houghton Brothers Sign Overall Deal With Disney TV Animation appeared first on Cartoon Brew .
  • ‘Full House’ Star Dave Coulier Launches Production Company With Animation Vet Bob Harper
    Thursday, January 14, 2021 from Cartoon Brew » Business
    The company will "tap into" the fan base of the "Full House" franchise. The post ‘Full House’ Star Dave Coulier Launches Production Company With Animation Vet Bob Harper appeared first on Cartoon Brew .
  • Macaulay Culkin joins calls to get Donald Trump cameo removed from Home Alone 2
    Thursday, January 14, 2021 from Film industry | The Guardian
    Actor tweets that he is ‘sold’ on idea of digitally replacing Trump with an older version of Culkin himself Home Alone star Macaulay Culkin has endorsed social media comments demanding Donald Trump’s cameo in the film’s sequel be...
  • Canadian family drama Rustic Oracle snags distribution in US, UK and Ireland
    Wednesday, January 13, 2021 from
    Rustic-Oracle-film-distribution Sold to Reel 2 Reel Films Limited for release in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Ireland in the 2nd quarter of 2021 on all platforms, the release will include a limited theatrical release in the US.
  • Success for female nominees at London critics' circle film awards
    Tuesday, January 12, 2021 from Film industry | The Guardian
    Films directed by women include Rose Glass’s Saint Maud with eight nominations, followed by Sarah Gavron’s Rocks, with six Female film-makers have proven triumphant in the nominations for the annual London critics’ circle awards, with...
  • 'The most honest person I ever met': Chadwick Boseman's widow pays tribute at Gotham film awards
    Tuesday, January 12, 2021 from Film industry | The Guardian
    Simone Ledward accepts honour on behalf of her late husband as Riz Ahmed and Nicole Beharie pick up best actor and best actress awards The first significant awards event of the current film cycle spread its net wide, but the main...
  • Bulgarian thriller "Danny. Legend. God." lands distribution deal
    Monday, January 11, 2021 from
    Danny-Legend-God-film-Bulgaria In this Bulgarian thriller feature, a crime documentary project gets hijacked by its subject.
  • Writer/director Nina Kojima to release new Brexit Documentary
    Monday, January 11, 2021 from
    Brexit-Documentary Feature length documentary film on Brexit currently in production is set to draw on the knowledge of world-leading experts from academia, giving their assessment on the situation.
  • Female-led production companies Candid Broads and Broken Flames to team up for mental health pic ‘Smudged Smile’
    Monday, January 11, 2021 from
    Smudged-Smile-film-poster 'Smudged Smile' will focus on Zoe, a joyful teenager whose infectious love for life elevates everyone around her.
  • Short comedy “Swiped out” by actor/director Karan Choudhary set to be adapted into half-hour comedy series
    Friday, January 8, 2021 from
    Swiped-Out-short-film Actor & director Karan Choudhary’s latest short film “Swiped Out” is set to be turned into a 30-minute comedy series following its festival run later this year.
  • UK lockdowns fuel record year for home entertainment spending
    Friday, January 8, 2021 from Film industry | The Guardian
    Netflix, Prime and Disney+ surge 38% to £2.9bn in 2020, with Frozen II the biggest selling video British consumers spent a record £9bn on entertainment last year as the pandemic fuelled a boom in the popularity of digital services such...
  • New documentary "American 965" raises serious doubts about investigation into 1995 American Airlines 965 crash with vital evidence ignored
    Thursday, January 7, 2021 from
    American-965-documentary-Fact-Not-Fiction-Films Documentary film "American 965” (2021) recreates the crash in 3D and discloses the never-before-seen documentation, scientific facts and personal testimonies relating to the 1995 crash and its subsequent investigation.
  • Analysis: U.S. Streaming Subs Grew By Over 50% In 2020, Benefiting All Major Services
    Wednesday, January 6, 2021 from Cartoon Brew » Business
    A new analysis of data shows that the streaming wars have yet to really begin. The post Analysis: U.S. Streaming Subs Grew By Over 50% In 2020, Benefiting All Major Services appeared first on Cartoon Brew .
  • Sterling Chandler is launching his own creative agency, BreezeLDN
    Tuesday, January 5, 2021 from
    Sterling-Chandler-launching-creative-agency Sterling Chandler is officially launching a Creative Agency. The photographer has shared on his Instagram the inception of BreezeLDN.
  • Battlefield drama 1917 wins 2020 UK box office in pandemic-struck year
    Tuesday, January 5, 2021 from Film industry | The Guardian
    Sam Mendes’ first world war thriller was UK cinemas’ biggest crowdpuller – though only one top 10 title was released after March lockdown In a year devastated by the effects of the coronavirus pandemic, Sam Mendes’s first world war drama...
  • Record number of big Hollywood films had female directors in 2020
    Monday, January 4, 2021 from Film industry | The Guardian
    Women directed 16% of top 100 grossing movies, but ‘stunning imbalance’ off-camera remains A record number of female directors took charge of major Hollywood films over the last 12 months, according to an annual gender study which found...
  • Australian dramedy feature film “Marital Problems” gets United States release date
    Saturday, January 2, 2021 from
    Marital-problems-film-release-USA Australian Dramedy Feature film "Marital Problems" will be released in the US through LA Based Distributor Leomark Studios on DVD and video on demand platforms
  • Where Animation Is Headed: Veteran Executive Eric Calderon Names 7 Trends For 2021
    Tuesday, December 29, 2020 from Cartoon Brew » Business
    In a Youtube video, Calderon appraises the major studios' strategies, praises the industry's growing diversity, and singles out the companies that deserve more airtime. The post Where Animation Is Headed: Veteran Executive Eric Calderon...
  • Animation Software Moho Acquired By Original Creator, With The Endorsement Of Cartoon Saloon
    Monday, December 28, 2020 from Cartoon Brew » Business
    The vector-based 2d animation software will continue to release new updates under the guidance of its creator, Mike Clifton. The post Animation Software Moho Acquired By Original Creator, With The Endorsement Of Cartoon Saloon appeared...
  • Weta Digital Opens Offices In California, Announces New Board Members
    Wednesday, December 23, 2020 from Cartoon Brew » Business
    The new offices "enable storytellers to tap Weta’s production pipeline and work with concept designers, animation supervisors, and other key creatives," says CEO Prem Akkaraju. The post Weta Digital Opens Offices In California, Announces...
  • Hollywood studio MGM puts itself up for sale at $5bn
    Tuesday, December 22, 2020 from Film industry | The Guardian
    Studio behind James Bond franchise looks to cash in on rocketing prices for content amid TV streaming boom MGM, the Hollywood studio behind the James Bond and Rocky franchises, is up for sale with a price-tag of more than $5bn (£3.75bn)....
  • Alan Bergman Named Disney Studios’ Sole Chairman; Alan Horn Stays On In Top Creative Role
    Tuesday, December 22, 2020 from Cartoon Brew » Business
    There's been a slight adjustment at the top of Hollywood’s biggest movie studio. Here's what that means. The post Alan Bergman Named Disney Studios’ Sole Chairman; Alan Horn Stays On In Top Creative Role appeared first on Cartoon...
  • The Walt Disney Company ‘Needs To Be Saved From Itself,’ Says Abigail Disney
    Monday, December 21, 2020 from Cartoon Brew » Business
    Disney has subjected the company that bears her name to her harshest criticism yet. The post The Walt Disney Company ‘Needs To Be Saved From Itself,’ Says Abigail Disney appeared first on Cartoon Brew .
  • Sidney Clifton Will Lead The Jim Henson Company’s Animation Efforts
    Friday, December 18, 2020 from Cartoon Brew » Business
    Clifton's appointment builds on her collaboration with the company on two upcoming series, "Lena!" and "Harriet the Spy." The post Sidney Clifton Will Lead The Jim Henson Company’s Animation Efforts appeared first on Cartoon Brew .
  • Kyyba films releases music video for “Paranoid” by The ATG
    Friday, December 18, 2020 from
    Paranoid-Music-Video-Soundtrack-Trap-City Kyyba films revealed today the new single and music video for “Paranoid” by The ATG ahead of the upcoming movie release of Trap City.
  • Dreamworks Inks First-Look Deal With ‘The Croods: A New Age’ Director Joel Crawford
    Friday, December 18, 2020 from Cartoon Brew » Business
    The deal cements a relationship between Crawford and the studio that stretches back to 2006. The post Dreamworks Inks First-Look Deal With ‘The Croods: A New Age’ Director Joel Crawford appeared first on Cartoon Brew .
  • Trioscope Studios And Juice, Partners On Netflix’s ‘The Liberator,’ Launch Trioscope Europe
    Thursday, December 17, 2020 from Cartoon Brew » Business
    The new venture will leverage the proprietary Trioscope technology, which marries live-action performances and animated environments. The post Trioscope Studios And Juice, Partners On Netflix’s ‘The Liberator,’ Launch...
  • Report: Apple In Talks To Acquire Skydance Animation’s Films ‘Luck’ And ‘Spellbound’
    Thursday, December 17, 2020 from Cartoon Brew » Business
    The John Lasseter-led studio's films are currently set up at Paramount and dated for 2022. The post Report: Apple In Talks To Acquire Skydance Animation’s Films ‘Luck’ And ‘Spellbound’ appeared first on...
  • Breaking point: why Tom Cruise is living a mission impossible
    Thursday, December 17, 2020 from Film industry | The Guardian
    Analysis: A leaked recording of the movie star yelling at crew on his latest blockbuster is not evidence of tyranny, but the extraordinary strain of keeping the huge undertaking afloat It is a lonely business, being a Tom Cruise fan in...
  • Bruce W. Smith And Ralph Farquhar Enter Overall Deal With Disney Television
    Tuesday, December 15, 2020 from Cartoon Brew » Business
    As part of their deal, they will identify and develop other Disney projects from emerging and diverse talent. The post Bruce W. Smith And Ralph Farquhar Enter Overall Deal With Disney Television appeared first on Cartoon Brew .
  • Central London Alliance calls for government financial support to help London’s entertainment and hospitality businesses
    Tuesday, December 15, 2020 from
    London-arts-sector-Tier-3-restrictions London’s entertainment venues from cinemas to theatres are being made to close on Wednesday, causing more economic damage to the fragile arts sector.
  • CBS All Access Bolsters Kids’ Programming And Features Ahead Of Relaunch
    Tuesday, December 15, 2020 from Cartoon Brew » Business
    Almost 800 episodes of kids' programming have been added to the streaming service, which is also getting new parental controls. The post CBS All Access Bolsters Kids’ Programming And Features Ahead Of Relaunch appeared first on...
  • Who is Sterling Chandler? Meet the teenage photographer who has shot for Gucci & GQ
    Tuesday, December 15, 2020 from
    Sterling-Chandler-photographer Sterling Chandler is a 17-year-old British photographer & model from Greenwich in London. Sterling has worked with musicians from The Specials to Che Lingo.
  • Sterling Chandler, the 17-year-old photographer in shoot for British GQ
    Monday, December 14, 2020 from
    Sterling-Chandler-GQ-UK Sterling Chandler, the 17-year-old teenage music and fashion photographer took to Instagram sharing incredible images of Activist Patrick Hutchinson from a shoot for the British GQ Men of The Year Awards hosted by Jack Whitehall in...
  • Even Wonder Woman won’t save cinemas this year
    Saturday, December 12, 2020 from Film industry | The Guardian
    A grim 12 months at the UK box-office will only barely be improved by this week’s big-screen blockbuster premiere Wonder Woman 1984 is set to make its British big-screen premiere this week, and for cinema owners it marks the last chance...
  • Wekho sees viral success with his latest remixes for Paris Hilton and MATTN
    Friday, December 11, 2020 from
    Wekho-record-producer Belgian-Congolese record producer and DJ Wekho has been rising up the electro house charts following a string of successful hits in the past year.
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