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The future funding model of the BBC has been a topic of discussion and debate, with the UK government recently setting up a panel to advise on the future of the license fee. This panel, comprised of former ITV and Channel 5 bosses, will examine the sustainability of the current model and explore alternative options

The latest stage play from acclaimed writer Joe Penhall, titled The Constituent, is set to premiere at The Old Vic in London. The play features James Corden and Anna Maxwell in leading roles and promises to be a volatile and thought-provoking piece that delves into the complexities of public office. Plot Overview The Constituent follows

The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) recently conducted a survey involving 12,000 people across the UK to gather insights and opinions for their latest Classification Guidelines. The results of this survey have prompted the BBFC to make adjustments to their age ratings for films containing violence, on-screen sex, and nudity. Audience feedback revealed concerns

Irish actor Robert Sheehan, known for his role in “The Umbrella Academy,” has recently signed on to lead a stage adaptation of the 1987 cult tragi-comedy “Withnail and I” at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre. The show, directed by Sean Foley, will premiere in May 2024, with Sheehan taking on the iconic role of Withnail. Alongside

The British media continues to closely examine the lives of the Prince and Princess of Wales, with recent scrutiny surrounding a family photo released to mark Mother’s Day in the UK. The photo featured Kate Middleton with her three children, the first official image of the princess since she underwent abdominal surgery and withdrew from

John Bradley found himself in uncharted territory when he took on the role of physicist and entrepreneur Jack Rooney in the upcoming sci-fi epic, 3 Body Problem. Unlike his character on Game of Thrones, Bradley was given very little information about the show by the showrunners, David Benioff and D.B. Weiss. This lack of knowledge

Rosa Bosch, a veteran producer and sales agent, has recently joined the Madrid-based distributor and international sales agency Begin Again Films. With a rich history in the film industry, Bosch has previously held roles at prestigious events such as AFI FEST, the London Film Festival, and the San Sebastian Film Festival. She also co-founded the

The impending departure of Ralph Lee as the CEO of BBC Studios Productions has sparked a significant shake-up within the organization. With the aim of finding a suitable successor, headhunter Russell Reynolds Associates has been actively scouting some of the top unscripted executives in the UK. This move signals the ambitious direction that BBC Studios

Woodcut Media is currently in production on a new feature documentary titled The Murder of Sandra Rivett, set to be distributed by Abacus Media Rights (AMR). This 90-minute film delves into the tragic story of Sandra Rivett, a nanny who found herself in the midst of an aristocratic family feud in London in 1974. Despite

Stan, the Australian streaming platform, has just announced a major expansion of its content library with a 25-strong slate of new originals and acquisitions. This move comes as part of Stan’s ongoing efforts to stay competitive in Australia’s rapidly growing streaming market. One of the key highlights of Stan’s new slate is “Critical Incident,” a