The Gospel Of The Beast, directed by Sheron Dayoc from the Philippines, was honored with the Golden Star Award for Best Southeast Asian Film at the inaugural Ho Chi Minh City International Film Festival (HIFF) in Vietnam. This recognition serves as a testament to the talent and creativity present in the Southeast Asian filmmaking industry.
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Warner Bros. has set a new record by crossing the $1B mark at the international box office, making them the first studio to reach this milestone in 2024. Achieving this feat in just 15 weeks, the studio has surpassed its previous record of 17 weeks set in 2018. The success of Warner Bros. can be
The closure of Factory Transmedia, a UK animation firm based in Altrincham, Greater Manchester, has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry. With a 24-year history of producing quality animation for global companies such as Disney, Milkshake, Nick Jr, CBBC, and CBeebies, the firm’s liquidation marks the end of an era in the world of children’s
Recently, Poland’s Ministry of Culture made the decision to dismiss Radosław Śmigulski from his position as director of the Polish Film Institute (PFI). This move has not only surprised but also sent shockwaves across the local film industry. The decision was announced by Minister of Culture and National Heritage Bartłomiej Sienkiewicz in a press conference,
In a groundbreaking move, Amazon has acquired the world rights for the dramedy series Self Modulation, set in Beirut. This marks the e-commerce giant’s first foray into Arabic TV series acquisition, signaling a shift towards diversifying its content offerings. The series, produced by Falcon Films and Arna Media, is part of a multi-show deal that
The wave of feminist civil disobedience that swept Chile in the spring of 2018 left a lasting impact on the country and reverberated across the world. Inspired by this movement, Oscar-winning filmmaker Sebastián Lelio has wrapped production on a new musical film titled The Wave (La Ola). The movie aims to capture the essence of
It may come as a surprise to some, but Sony made a presence at CinemaCon, albeit in a slightly unconventional manner. Sony’s domestic distribution chief, Adrian Smith, took the stage to introduce the first-ever Crunchyroll presentation at the Las Vegas exhibitor and studio conference. Despite not being a traditional Sony showcase, Smith was enthusiastic and
The second season of the Australian mystery-drama series, ‘Black Snow,’ is currently in production in Queensland, Australia. This new season features a fresh cast of talented actors, including Jana McKinnon, Travis Fimmel, Megan Smart, Alana Mansour, Dan Spielman, Victoria Haralabidou, and Kat Stewart. In this upcoming season, Detective Cormack, played by Travis Fimmel, takes on
ABBA fans worldwide came together to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Swedish supergroup’s Eurovision victory in 1974. It was the iconic song ‘Waterloo’ that catapulted ABBA to fame and marked the beginning of their extraordinary success. Fans all over the world commemorated this significant event with various special events and tributes. ABBA Night on
In a recent turn of events, one of the BBC’s most well-known radio presenters, Greg James, found himself apologizing for making insensitive comments in a video promoting his new children’s book. Alongside former newsreader Chris Smith, James appeared in a video discussing how to make their fictional characters “more revolting… really gross and horrible.” The
The popular Indian action-drama series, Taaza Khabar, is all set to make a comeback for a second season on Disney+ Hotstar. The show, which revolves around a sanitation worker named Vasant Gawde who discovers his ability to predict the future, has garnered a significant following since its initial release. The concept of ‘fresh news’ plays
Mahmoud Sabbagh, a renowned Saudi director, is back with a new film that promises to push boundaries for its depiction of Saudi Arabia in a time of sweeping change. Titled “Last Party In R. Desert,” this dark comedy revolves around Najm, a cash-driven local impresario, who navigates the nightlife scene with his music troupe amidst
Sellblock is an upcoming Filipino crime drama series that has recently wrapped up its principal photography. The series is set to debut at the MIPTV event and has been slated for three seasons. Sellblock will showcase the activities of one of Asia’s biggest drug empires operating from within a Philippine maximum-security prison. The show is
BBC Studios has recently launched a new streaming platform targeting children’s TV in Korea. The BBC Kids platform will offer a selection of popular shows such as Hey Duggee, Andy’s Global Adventures, and Go Jetters. This marks the very first time that BBC Studios has entered the Korean market in this capacity. The platform will
J.K. Rowling, the beloved author of the Harry Potter series, has once again sparked controversy with her recent April Fool’s Day gag. In a series of tweets, Rowling made derogatory comments about individuals who identify as trans women, dismissing them as men. This not only shows a lack of empathy and understanding but also perpetuates
King Charles recently made his first major public appearance since sharing his cancer diagnosis and treatment. He attended the Easter service at St George’s Chapel in Windsor accompanied by Queen Camilla and other members of the royal family. The King was spotted waving to people around the Chapel and expressing his gratitude for the outpouring
Pop star Olly Alexander, the UK Eurovision entry for this year, has faced criticism and pressure to boycott the competition in protest of Israel’s participation. An open letter from Queers for Palestine, signed by over 450 artists, urged Alexander to withdraw from the contest. Despite the calls for boycott, Alexander expressed his decision to remain
Christopher Nolan’s film Oppenheimer has finally made its way to Japanese cinemas after eight months of its global release. The Best Picture Oscar winner, focusing on the race to develop the atomic bomb, has garnered a mixture of reactions from audiences. Some have praised the movie for its portrayal of the protagonist, while others have
The scandal surrounding former J-pop agent Johnny Kitagawa has taken a new turn with close to 1,000 men coming forward to claim they were abused under his supervision. The BBC documentary, “The Shadow of a Predator,” hosted by Mobeen Azhar, sheds light on the harrowing testimonies of individuals who were young boys signed by the
The Cannes Film Festival’s Marché du Film is set to launch a new initiative called Cannes Remakes. This initiative is aimed at nurturing remake opportunities for European feature films that have achieved success in their respective home countries. It will involve a pitching session featuring a curated selection of intellectual property (IP) titles with potential
Tony Hawk, the renowned skateboard champion, is venturing into the world of animation with Skatebirds, an animated TV series developed in collaboration with Montreal’s Laughing Dragon Studios. Inspired by Hawk’s ‘Birdman’ nickname, the series is aimed at children aged 6-11 and seeks to celebrate the playful community of skateboarding while highlighting its adventurous nature. Skatebirds
The recent confirmation by the Internal Revenue Service of the criminal investigation into alleged bookmaker Mathew Bowyer and former Shohei Ohtani translator Ippei Mizuhara has sent shockwaves through the sports world. Media organizations have been diligently uncovering discrepancies in Mizuhara’s background claims, leading to doubts about his credibility. The story originally put forth by Mizuhara,
The BBC Director General, Tim Davie, is set to deliver a speech highlighting the growing risk of British storytelling being overshadowed in the highly competitive global media landscape. Davie will emphasize the need for radical transformation to renew the century-old corporation. He expresses concerns that the UK’s creative industries are under threat, potentially diminishing the
Kate Middleton’s uncle, Gary Goldsmith, recently gave an interview to The Times of London where he stated that the princess is receiving “the best care imaginable” as she undergoes medical treatment. This update comes after Kate announced that she was undergoing chemotherapy following abdominal surgery. Goldsmith, who spoke with The Times on March 14, emphasized
Euro Gang Entertainment, the brainchild of Gianni Nunnari and Simon Horsman, has recently made headlines with its collaboration with German writer-director Marco Kreuzpaintner. This innovative partnership has led to a three-picture and series deal that is set to shake up the entertainment industry. Kreuzpaintner, known for his work on projects such as “Bodies” and “The
The future funding model of the BBC is currently under scrutiny by a panel that includes former ITV and Channel 5 executives. This panel, chaired by Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer and Media Minister Julia Lopez, is tasked with examining the sustainability of the current funding model and exploring alternative options. Some of the panelists include
Joe Penhall, an Olivier Award-winning writer known for his work on Mindhunter and King of Thieves, is bringing his latest stage play, The Constituent, to The Old Vic in London. The play features James Corden and Anna Maxwell in leading roles and is described as a “volatile new play” that explores the challenges faced by
The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) recently conducted a survey involving 12,000 people across the UK to gather public opinion on film classification. The findings of this survey have led to significant changes in the BBFC’s Classification Guidelines, particularly in areas such as sex, violence, and drug use in films. One notable change in
BAFTA-nominated actor Robert Sheehan, known for his role in The Umbrella Academy, is set to lead a stage adaptation of Bruce Robinson’s cult classic Withnail and I at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre. This exciting new production will also feature actors Adonis Siddique and Malcolm Sinclair in leading roles. Directed by the talented Sean Foley, Artistic
The British media continues to closely examine the actions of the Prince and Princess of Wales, particularly after the recent release of a family photo to mark Mother’s Day in the UK. The image of Kate Middleton with her three children sparked a backlash and frenzied speculation about her health, the state of her marriage,
John Bradley, known for his role in Game of Thrones, found himself faced with an exciting yet ambiguous new project when approached by showrunners David Benioff and D.B. Weiss. The offer presented to him was shrouded in mystery, with little detail provided about the character or the storyline. Despite the uncertainty, Bradley’s previous experience working
Rosa Bosch, a well-known producer and sales agent, has recently joined the Madrid-based distributor and international sales agency Begin Again Films. With an impressive background in the film industry, Bosch has held various roles at prestigious events like AFI FEST, the London Film Festival, and the San Sebastian Film Festival. She was also a founding
The departure of Ralph Lee as the CEO of BBC Studios Productions has set off a race to find his replacement. With headhunter Russell Reynolds Associates leading the search, the studio has approached some of the UK’s top unscripted executives. This move signals the studio’s ambition to find a leader who can uphold its legacy