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Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) Max streamer is set to make its highly-anticipated debut in 22 European countries during the spring of 2024. The announcement came today at Mipcom Cannes, as Gerhard Zeiler, the international boss, and Leah Hooper Rosa, the EMEA Head of Streaming, took the stage to share the thrilling details. This new streaming

Japanese filmmaker Ryusuke Hamaguchi has once again captivated audiences with his latest feature film, Evil Does Not Exist, which emerged as the victor in the main official competition of the prestigious 67th London Film Festival. The enigmatic masterpiece serves as a follow-up to Hamaguchi’s Oscar-winning Drive My Car and delves into the lives of young

In the face of the escalating conflict between Israel and Hamas, the entertainment industry in Hollywood has made its stance clear – it stands with Israel against terrorism. The Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA), a powerful guild representing 160,000 members, expressed its deep concern over the “horrific acts of aggression

The media industry has shown its support for Israel and the Middle East relief effort by making generous donations. Skydance, a major media company, has pledged $1 million to American Friends of Magen David Adom through an employee match program. CEO David Ellison is partially subsidizing the donation. In a statement, Skydance expressed its solidarity

The landscape of the entertainment industry continues to transform, with a significant shift in the dynamics between global streaming services and third-party licensing. Long gone are the days when the assumption prevailed that streaming platforms would disrupt traditional distribution methods. In fact, experts in the field argue that the two can coexist and even work

Amidst the tragic events that unfolded in Kfar Aza Kibbutz this week, Israeli filmmaker Yahav Winner stood as a symbol of heroism and selflessness. As Hamas militants stormed the kibbutz, Yahav made the ultimate sacrifice, bravely defending his wife, Shaylee Atary, and their newborn daughter Shaya. Tragically, Yahav did not survive the onslaught. Shaylee Atary,

The holiday season is just around the corner, and BET+ is ready to bring some festive cheer with their upcoming movie, So Fly Christmas. Starring a talented ensemble cast, including Tichina Arnold, Tami Roman, Robert Christopher Riley, and newcomer Laurissa Romain. Written by Clarence Williams IV and directed by Terri Vaughn, this holiday film promises

The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) has recently made adjustments to its incentive schemes, aiming to attract more international co-productions and offshore production. One significant change is the increase of the cash rebate for offshore production from 20% to 25%. Additionally, a cultural bonus has been introduced, capped at a generous amount of

London recently played host to the highly acclaimed Deadline Contenders Film event. This prestigious event aimed to showcase 13 of the most buzz-worthy movies of the year. With renowned filmmakers such as Ridley Scott, Emerald Fennell, Todd Haynes, and Michael Mann in attendance, the event promised to be a star-studded affair. Held at the exquisite

In a bid to compete for the esteemed Oscar International Feature Film race in 2024, Stephen Gerard Kelly and Garry Keane’s documentary In The Shadow of Beirut has been submitted as Ireland’s entry. This thought-provoking film, executive produced by Hillary Clinton, Chelsea Clinton, and Siobhan Sinnerton of HiddenLight Productions, was specifically chosen by the Irish