82nd Venice Film Festival announces international juries

Written by Kianna Best on Jul 18, 2025. Posted in Awards and Festivals

The 82nd Venice International Film Festival, running from August 27 to September 6, 2025, promises a dynamic celebration of cinema with its newly announced international juries. Acclaimed American director Alexander Payne will preside over the main Competition jury, joined by a diverse array of global filmmaking talent. With separate panels for the Orizzonti section and debut films, this year’s selection underscores Venice’s commitment to both cinematic innovation and tradition, spotlighting emerging voices while honouring established masters of the craft.

Ari Aster’s New Mexico shot Eddington ushers in a new era of American Gothic cinema

Written by Kianna Best on Jul 18, 2025. Posted in Production News

Ari Aster’s Eddington premieres today, marking a chilling new chapter in the director’s singular career. Filmed across the haunting desertscapes of New Mexico, the film stars Joaquin Phoenix and Emma Stone in a Southern Gothic fever dream unlike anything audiences have seen before. Drawing on the eerie isolation of its Southwestern setting and bolstered by New Mexico’s competitive filming incentives, Eddington blends psychological horror with mythic Americana.

The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 Shines a Spotlight on North Carolina’s Coastal Charm

Written by Kianna Best on Jul 16, 2025. Posted in Production News

Season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty is finally here, and it’s not just the drama heating up—it’s the breathtaking filming locations, too. Set against the sun-drenched shores and quaint streets of North Carolina, the series blends young love with stunning visuals. From Wilmington to Carolina Beach, the scenery steals the show as much as the cast. Discover where your favourite scenes were filmed and why North Carolina is becoming a star in its own right.

Creative Circle Awards 2025 announce winners

Written by Kianna Best on Jul 11, 2025. Posted in Awards and Festivals

Europe’s longest-running creative awards, the Creative Circle Awards marked their 80th anniversary at Dreamland in Margate on 10 July . From animation campaigns to pioneering audio production, the evening celebrated bold ideas and exceptional craft from across the UK. Leading agencies and production houses, including BBH, Electric Theatre Collective, Cabin Edit, and 750 MPH, were recognised with top honours. Uncommon Creative Studio’s Nils Leonard received the President’s Award, while Burger King’s Bundles of Joy campaign swept the coveted Gold of Golds, cementing a night of pure creative excellence.

UK and France Deepen Ties Between Screen Industries With New BFI–CNC Agreement

Written by Kianna Best on Jul 9, 2025. Posted in General Interest

In a significant step towards bolstering cultural and industrial collaboration, the British Film Institute (BFI) and France’s Centre national du cinéma et de l'image animée (CNC) today signed a landmark Moving Image Co-operation Agreement at BFI Southbank. The announcement coincides with French President Emmanuel Macron’s state visit to the UK, underscoring the symbolic and strategic importance of this renewed cultural alliance.

BFI London Film Festival to Open with Rian Johnson’s “Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery”

Written by Kianna Best on Jul 9, 2025. Posted in Awards and Festivals

The 69th BFI London Film Festival, running from 8 to 19 October 2025, is set to launch with a spectacular cinematic event: the International Premiere of Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, the third instalment in Rian Johnson’s celebrated murder mystery series. The film, a Netflix production, will have its gala debut at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall, reaffirming the Festival’s reputation for opening with global prestige and cinematic flair.

Locarno78 Unveils 2025 Lineup

Written by Kianna Best on Jul 8, 2025. Posted in Awards and Festivals

The Locarno Film Festival has officially announced the full lineup for its 78th edition, taking place from 6 to 16 August. Known for its bold programming and unwavering commitment to auteur-driven cinema, this year’s selection continues to solidify Locarno’s status as one of the most adventurous and intellectually engaged festivals on the global circuit. With over 220 films screening across eleven sections, including three competitive categories, the 2025 edition promises a rich, multilayered cinematic experience that bridges the past and the future.

Sunlit Castles, Coastal Secrets & Scandals Aplenty in season 2 of The Buccaneers

Written by Kianna Best on Jul 8, 2025. Posted in General Interest

Apple TV+ serves up castles, gardens, and Mediterranean sunshine as backdrops for drama, revelations, and romance of The Buccaneers season two. Mixing dazzling locations with plot twists—like secret births, revenge weddings, and a surprise maternal reunion—this season turns the world of these bold American heiresses upside down.