Ryan Coogler, W. Kamau Bell and Nikyatu Jusu to be honoured at inaugural Opening Night: A Taste of Sundance

Written by Kianna Best on Nov 22, 2022. Posted in Awards and Festivals

The inaugural edition of Opening Night: A Taste of Sundance from the non-profit institute will take place on 19 January 2023 in Park City, Utah. The evening will honour Ryan Coogler, W. Kamau Bell and Nikyatu Jusu, and many other inspiring and breakout storytellers who have also had journeys connected to the festival throughout the years. The celebration will also raise funds and awareness for the institute who aim to continue championing upcoming and established creative voices through programmes, grants and other initiatives.

Additional co-productions announced to receive UK Global Screen Fund support

Written by Kianna Best on Nov 21, 2022. Posted in Awards and Festivals

The BFI have announced their backing of 14 more international co-productions through the UK Global screen fund. The awards, financed by the UK Government’s Department of Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), will total to GBP 2.2 million through the fund’s International Co-production strand.

So much more than more than sitting in Snug Sofas newest commercial

Written by Kianna Best on Nov 18, 2022. Posted in Production News

Giles Ripley directs Snug Sofa’s newest commercial titled PTSD. Flashing back to exaggerated experiences of customers waiting for the delivery of their comfortable seating, the advert subverts the typical sofa selling commercial campaigns that bring an idyllic sense of peace with a more realistic sense of chaos.

Showtime’s King Shaka finds truth in its South African setting

Written by Kianna Best on Nov 17, 2022. Posted in Production News

Antoine Fuqua is set to executive produce Showtime drama series King Shaka (fka Shaka:King of the Zulu Nation). With filming starting today, 17 November, the production will make use of the South African landscapes including  KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), the birthplace of King Shaka,  bringing a sense of authenticity to the narrative.

ADVERTORIAL: Think Poland for your next film project

Written by Joe Jackson on Nov 17, 2022. Posted in General Interest

Polish Film Institute (PISF) is the national film fund that offers comprehensive support for Polish film industry, including film production, education and dissemination of film culture and international promotion. Established in 2005, PFI is the first contact point for international professionals interested in making films in Poland.

Straight 8 shootout is set to make a bang at FOCUS 2022

Written by Kianna Best on Nov 16, 2022. Posted in Awards and Festivals

Posing an irresistible challenge, Straight 8 are giving the most daring filmmakers the opportunity to make a boundary breaking project, all shot on one super 8mm film. With heavy hitters already signed up to take the plunge, and, many more following, are you willing to step up to the plate?

Advertorial: Microsalón AEC 2022 brings together leading cinematographers and companies in Madrid

Written by Kianna Best on Nov 15, 2022. Posted in Awards and Festivals

Spain’s Society of Cinematographers (AEC) will celebrate the 5th edition of the MicroSalón AEC audiovisual meeting on 25 and 26 November in Madrid. Supported by Madrid Film Office, director Raúl Torquemada credit their involvement as “part of our support programme for the promotion of Madrid's audiovisual industry and the generation of forums and networking spaces for the sector in the city”. Madrid City Council's filming and audiovisual promotion office will also provide their support.

Black Panther regains Box Office stardom

Written by Kianna Best on Nov 15, 2022. Posted in Production News

To much anticipation, Marvel’s Black Panther returned to cinema screens for the second instalment Wakanda Forever. As fans gravitated to their local theatres, excitement was palpable and the box office response has reflected that. With a global tally of USD 331 million, the beloved super hero film has landed the biggest debut of the year.