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NewsVenice competition includes new films from Gallo, Coppola, Tykwer, Miike
Selections include Somewhere, Norwegian Wood, Venus Noire, Miral, Potiche, 12 Assassins.
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NewsVenice line-up marked by young, but experienced, directors
In an strong year, Venice has set 22 world premieres in competition for the Golden Lion, including works from Coppola, Schnabel, Tykwer, Kechiche, Miike and more.
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Walking Shadows to release UK zombie film Colin in US cinemas
Colin, the micro-budget British Zombie film, will be released in US cinemas this October via distributor Walking Shadows.
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FeaturesLocarno's Grande ambition
Under new artistic director Olivier Pere, the 63rd Locarno International Film Festival (which kicked off last night) is building its industry appeal with a wide-ranging programme that emphasises young talent.
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Ipso Facto gets slate funding from North East Creative Content Fund
Newcastle-based UK production company Ipso Facto Films has gotten $234,000 (£150,000) backing for its slate of films.
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LoveFilm strikes deal with DRM company Widevine
LoveFilm has signed a deal with digital rights management (DRM) company Widevine for multi-platform presentation of their content and enhanced digital security.
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E1 Entertainment appoints Charlotte Thorp as head of TV sales
She will join the international distribution and production company’s UK office from Hanway Films.
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Scenes from Bergman Week
The seventh Bergman Week offered guests unprecedented access to the legendary film director’s home and screening theatre — which have found a new lease of life as an artists’ retreat. Screen editor Mike Goodridge reports.
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Undiscovered country
Brazil is a fast-rising market — but cinema expansion has so far been slow outside of the major cities. Elaine Guerini explores the issues holding back the territory’s theatre development.
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Imax announces robust second quarter results
Imax Corporation revenues for the second quarter ending June 30 climbed 38% year-on-year to $55.6m compared to $40.4m in 2009.
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FeaturesThe land of promise
Vastly underscreened and with a fast-rising economy, Brazil has astonishing growth potential. But can the burgeoning film market overcome chronic piracy? Elaine Guerini reports.
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Columbia hires Wiseman to re-imagine sci-fi classic Total Recall
Len Wiseman is in final negotiations to direct a remake of the classic sci-fi action film Total Recall for Columbia Pictures after the studio secured the rights from Miramax.
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Have funds, need audiences
Brazilian producers may find it easier today to get their films financed but improving local distribution is the next challenge they face. Elaine Guerini investigates.
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Warner Bros hires ESPN's Lynne Frank to key international marketing role
Lynne Frank has been named executive vice-president of international marketing at Warner Bros Pictures
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Made in Brazil
From sequels to international breakouts through to buzzy directorial debuts, Elaine Guerini profiles some of the hottest new films coming out of the territory.
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The leading edge
Elaine Guerini shines a spotlight on the hottest producers at work in Brazil.
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D Films appoints Doug Smith CFO
Doug Smith has been appointed CFO of Canadian distributor D Films Corporation and will oversee the company’s finance, accounting, and television licensing.
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Former Senator Bob Kerrey, MPAA end CEO talks
Former Senator Bob Kerrey, who was considered by many to be the frontrunner to head the Motion Picture Association Of America (MPAA), has pulled out of the race.
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Provincetown festival apppoints Deborah Magee associate executive director
Deborah Magee has been named associate executive director of the Provincetown International Film Festival.