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Tribute to actor Michael Shannon at FICCI 59

          With two Oscar nominations and after a 26-year artistic career, Shannon has become one of the most outstanding theater, film and television actors in the United States. With 91 films under his belt, he has shared the screen with Kate Winslet, Leonardo DiCaprio, Bill Murray, Will Smith, Tom Cruise and Kevin Spacey under the direction of some of the greats like Oliver Stone, Michael B...

Inaugural Chinese Film Week Comes To Sydney

      Bringing FREE critically-acclaimed Chinese cinema to Event Cinemas George St. film fans in Sydney, the first ever Chinese Film Week (27 Feb to 3 Mar) promises hi-octane action, edge of your seat suspense and gripping drama in a carefully curated program of films set to enthrall Australian audiences. The brainchild of the Sydney China Cultural Centre, Chinese Film Week aims to build a better understanding of Chinese culture through the art of cinema, whilst showcasin...

The Berlinale Coverage from 2018 is online

This was our coverage from 2018, happy to share coverage from 2019. Reporting from Berlin on the 69th edition February 7 -17, 2019 Our team of festival ambassadors and reporters brought you the dailies from the Berlin Film Festival and European Film Market and keep an eye on past editions archives. WATCH OUR VIDEO COVERAGE TRAILERS INTERVIEWS AND AMBIANCE #berlinale I Berlinale 2019 I  Berlinale 2018 I I&nb...

Four Hot Miami Film Locations

Thanks to its stunning landscape, photogenic art deco architecture and awesome natural lighting all year round, Miami is one of the most popular spots in the world for filming TV shows and movies. From film classics such as Scarface to massive TV hits like Miami Vice, there have been several well-loved films and shows produced and put together in Miami’s diverse, vibrant setting. We’ve put together a list of some of the most famous locations – do you recognize any of the m...

BANFF and the Rockie Awards are proud to announce the festival's 2019 Grand Jury

          Allison Page President - U.S. Programming and Development HGTV, Discovery, Inc. Alice Webb Director, BBC Children's and BBC North BBC           Carolyn Newman Director, Scripted Co-License & Original TV Netflix           Céline Payot-Lehmann Head of International Distribution Arte France ...

Bergamo Film Meeting 2019 to offer tributes to Jean-Pierre Léaud and Mariusz Wilczyński

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Bergamo Film Meeting reaffirms its interest in animation cinema by presenting a national preview of the complete works by Polish director, animator, painter, cartoonist and performer Mariusz Wilczyński. This section complements the already announced tribute dedicated to Jean-Pierre Léaud, iconic actor of the French Nouvelle Vague, as well as François Truffaut's alter ego and privileged interpreter of European auteur cinema since the late 1950s; the Pasolini and the Arabian N...

Opening and closing films announced for the 22nd New Orleans French Film Festival,

  The New Orleans Film Society (NOFS) announced the opening and closing films for the 22nd New Orleans French Film Festival, one of the longest running foreign language festivals in the country!   The festival will kick off on February 15th with Gaspard at the Wedding a hilarious romantic comedy from French director Antony Cordier. Non-fiction, the latest film by award-winning French director Olivier Assayas (Personal Shopper), starring Academy-Award winning actress Juliette B...

FREEPORT: Terminal MCR exhibition + talks programme

  Abandon Normal Devices New Cinema, Digital Culture and Art ...

Touch Me Not: Berlinale Golden Bear for best Film 2018 comes to MOMA

Tómas Lemarquis and Irmena Chichikova are starring as main leads in the feature film TOUCH ME NOT, directed by Adina Pintilie. Winner of the Golden Bear at the Berlinale - Berlin International Film Festival 2018 and European Film Awards nominee,TOUCH ME NOT celebrated its US premiere last Friday at the MoMA The Museum of Modern Art, one of the most influential modern art museums in the world. Short description TOUCH ME NOT  &...

Millennium Films, a division of Millennium Media, Inc, announces the addition of Andrey Georgiev as Executive Producer

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Millennium Films, a division of Millennium Media, Inc, is pleased to announce the addition of Andrey Georgiev as Executive Producer on its upcoming slate of films. Georgiev, with his strong relationships and international business expertise, will invest in future Millennium projects as well.   Those films include some of today’s brightest stars and talented directors. They are Angel Has Fallen, the third installment of the Olympus Has Fallen franchise, which is slated for release on...

Unveiling the official selections of the 2019 Big Sky Documentary Film Festival

    ANNOUNCING THE OFFICIAL SELECTIONS OF BSDFF 2019   The Big Sky Film Institute is proud to announce the official selections of the 2019 Big Sky Documentary Film Festival, screening February 15-24 in Missoula, Montana.    During the 10-day festival BSDFF will present 66 features and 102 short documentaries. The full lineup includes 47 World Premieres, 14 North American Premieres and 10 US Premier...

Is Grinch 2018 any different from its previous versions?

As we get closer to the biggest event in the movies industry – the Oscar Awards Ceremony, more and more blockbusters shake our imagination with bright posters and adverts inviting to witness bright effects, cool ideas and new roles of the well-known actors (or at least discover the new sound of their voices behind cartoon characters). This fall has already brought a set of remakes. Seems like their producers either ran out of ideas or want to resurrect the beloved stories for the reason...

Ever wondered which are the best movies about gambling

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Finding a good movie about gambling that doesn't have those washed-up, vanilla scenes where casino first-timers shower in champagne, have two girls on each arm, throw the winning chips or are bathed in jackpot coins. That is why if you're a real casino-themed movie fan, you will definitely enjoy these non-cliché movies. So, pop some corn, find a comfy position on the sofa and be prepared to watch some state-of-the-art casino movies.   Casino – Martin Scorsese A real...

Is Kristian Nairn the next big brand ambassador?

Some brands will forever be synonymous with their ambassador, the celebrity that has fronted their advertising campaigns. If you need any proof of that head to Gary Lineker’s Twitter page and count how many references to crisps you see in his replies. Choosing the right brand ambassador can make or break the success of an advertising campaign. A thorough vetting procedure needs to be carried out by the brand before signing up a celebrity as one scandal could end up dragging their reputa...

Tehran Short Filmfest announces jurors of int'l competition sections

  Mansour Jahani  - The 35th Tehran International Short Film Festival announced the jury members of international competition section. Krzysztof Gierat from Poland, Virgil Widrich from Austria, Thom Palmen from Sweden, Sari Volanen from Finland, Mick Hannigan from Ireland, Per Fikse from Norway and Mehrdad Oskouei from Iran are jury member of this section. The biographies of juries are as follows:   Krzysztof Gierat: Gierat is a Polish film expert, a graduate of Jagielloni...

The Reel Recovery Film Festival & Symposium at a glance

6th REEL RECOVERY FILM FESTIVAL  Nov 2-8 NYC Filmmakers, Experts & Special Guests - Including renowned author Tian Dayton and Bill W. Documentary Director Kevin Hanlon Schedule: http://reelrecoveryfilmfestival.org/2018-new-york-rrff-schedule/     What:  6th REEL RECOVERY FILM FESTIVAL & Symposium When:  Nov 2-8 Where:  Village East Cinema -181 2nd Ave. at 12th St., New York, NY 10003 Tickets: Available at the door Schedule of Films & Even...

APSA Brisbane Short Film Fund announces the esteemed panel of judges.

  With days left to apply for the APSA Brisbane Short Film Fund, we’re thrilled to announce the esteemed panel of judges. Through support from Brisbane City Council, the Fund will award five $10,000 grants to assist the post-production, or marketing and distribution of Brisbane short film projects. The introduction of the APSA Brisbane Short Film Fund is another integral part of Asia Pacific Screen Award’s commitment to connecting industry and fostering culturally dive...

BURIED ALIVE 2018 Full Schedule and Ticket Info

The full schedule is now up for BAFF 2018 is up at the website and the Facebook page. We've got 7 features, 4 special event screenings, and a ton of shorts. To go with the already announced special events, we have added a special event screening of our friend James Bickert's Amazon Hot Box.   For the main features of the fest, there are 7 films varying in style and tone from absurdist comedy to documentary to extreme horror.   The opening night feature is Joe Badon's ...

What to Consider When Creating a Scientific Animation

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    Medical animation is a method that allows you to transform complicated and inaccessible scientific concepts into concise documentaries and digital solutions, which allow you to better communicate the key messages behind your products. However, not all medical animations are created equal. In this article, we discuss what you need to consider when creating medical animation. Who Should You Hire to Create a Scientific Animation? Who you hire to create your scientific animat...

Bond by numbers

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Everybody has their favourite 007. But have you ever wondered which Bond was the deadliest assassin, who was the biggest drinker, and which one had the most success with the ladies? Bond in Numbers breaks down all 24 films in the franchise to reveal a range of fascinating facts – from box-office performance to the most-popular theme songs, through cars, gadgets, classic catchphrases and much more. Check out Betway’s guide below and enjoy our secret service. The results will leave...

The best makeup ideas for your film or any other special occasions

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  Makeup makes up for a huge part of any girl’s life. For most of the women, no look is complete without makeup. Hence we have brought to you some ideas about easy makeup looks that you can use at different occasions in your life. ●       Everyday Simple Makeup Ideas Most of the women do not want to wear heavy makeup on the everyday bases. Hence it is better to keep the makeup light in a way that it makes you look fresh but does not have to be t...

The Official 2018 Film Selection of the 2018 Adventure Film Festival

Announced Today: The Official 2018 Film Selection   We are thrilled to announce our official selections for the 2018 Adventure Film Festival. Our thirty final picks feature local rising stars, international influencers, and world premieres . . . some will go on to the AFF world tour; all will be shown at our flagship event in Boulder, Colorado. Our award-winning lineup of filmmakers, athletes, and conve...

River to River. Florence Indian Film Festival final call for entries

    OUR 18TH EDITION IS APPROACHING - STAY TUNED!     Our 18th edition is approaching and will take place in Florence, Italy, at Cin...

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