All articles by Melanie Goodfellow – Page 36
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Top Palestinian filmmakers protest UAE-Israeli cinema cooperation
Abu Dhabi Film Commission, Israel Film Fund, Jerusalem Sam Spiegel Film and Television School recently announced pact.
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‘Eternal Beauty’, ‘Enfant Terrible’, ‘The Trial Of The Chicago 7’ opening in key European territories this week
This was the original release weekend for ‘Wonder Woman 1984’ before its Covid-induced delay.
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Sudanese director Hajooj Kuka released but six other artists remain in jail
Kuka, a well-known figure on the international festival circuit, was imprisoned on charges of causing a public nuisance while participating in a theatre workshop.
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European Work in Progress Cologne goes ahead as physical event
German project development event will showcase 28 projects from 34 countries.
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British Council report explores how UK and Saudi film industries can work together
Overseas cultural and educational body sees strong opportunities for UK companies.
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French Césars look to new era as Véronique Cayla, Eric Toledano voted co-heads
Former CNC and Arte chief Véronique Cayla promises transparency, democracy and gender equality.
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Suzanne Lindon talks precocious debut feature ‘Spring Blossom’
Cannes 2020 label film recently played at Toronto and San Sebastian.
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Cannes Film Festival 2020 returns to the Croisette with compact edition; confirms 2021 dates
Four features from the special 2020 Official selection will screen to the public.
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Roman Polanski responds to César Academy row
Controversial director has “never intervened” in decisions of the academy.
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The films opening in key European territories this weekend: ‘Monsoon’, ‘David Copperfield’, ‘Lux Æterna’
Cinemas are looking to bounce back from a week of bad news.
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Netflix swoops on Maïwenn’s Cannes label drama ‘DNA’ (exclusive)
Wild Bunch International handles sales on film which plays in San Sebastian’s Perlak selection.
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Lili Hinstin steps down as artistic director of Locarno Film Festival
French festival professional was appointed to the role in 2018.
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“People wanted a pure hero film”: Sharunas Bartas on his drama ‘In The Dusk’
The film has its international premiere in competition at San Sebastian this week.
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Films du Losange unveils deals for Cannes 2020 title ‘My Best Part’ (exclusive)
Feature was among 30 new films showcased in Toronto’s TIFF Industry Selects this September.
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‘Red Light’, ‘Truth Seekers’ to compete at hybrid Canneseries TV festival
The fourth series of Call My Agent will close the festival.
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Thierry Frémaux to face fresh Covid-19 challenge at Lumière Festival
Festival issues statement saying it will adapt to changing health situation and safety measures.
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Berlin joins industry calls for release of Sudanese filmmaker Hajooj Kuka
AMPAS member Kuka’s works include aKasha and Beats Of The Antonov.
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UK-French actor and ‘Moonraker’ star Michael Lonsdale dies aged 89
Paris-born actor was best-known internationally for Moonraker and Of Gods And Men.
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Israel, Abu Dhabi funds and Sam Spiegel film school sign cooperation agreement
Agreement follows historic deal in August normalising relations between Israel and the UAE.
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Haifa Film Festival moves online as Israel enters three-week lockdown
International competition will go ahead with Iranian director Mohsen Makhmalbaf acting as jury president.