Amid rising construction costs, the U.K. James Bond franchise’s production plan includes additional film stages, production facilities, and a data center. Pinewood Group, the iconic U.K. home of the James Bond franchise, has launched a public consultation on Thursday to reveal its updated expansion plans for Pinewood Studios, located in Buckinghamshire, England. The proposed expansion […]
Oscar Nominations 2025: How and When to Watch the Big Announcement
“Oscar Nominations 2025: Presentation to Begin at 5:30 AM PST on January 23” Oscar Nominations 2025: Presentation to Begin at 5:30 AM PST on January 23 The highly anticipated Oscar nominations for 2025 will be announced on January 23, with the presentation set to begin at 5:30 AM PST. Fans, filmmakers, and industry professionals alike […]
Hirokazu Kore-eda’s Project Selected for HAF 2025 Development, New Animation Section Added
HAF 2025 Announces 25 In-Development Projects, Featuring Hirokazu Kore-eda and More The Hong Kong-Asia Film Financing Forum (HAF) has unveiled 25 in-development projects for its 23rd edition, including works by Hirokazu Kore-eda, Aditya Vikram Sengupta, Sylvie Pialat, and more. A standalone animation section will also debut for the first time. Scroll down for full list […]
UK Global Screen Fund Secures £7M Boost Amid Apprenticeship Reforms
The UK government’s Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) will invest £60m in the creative industries in 2025, including £7m for the UK Global Screen Fund, and advance apprenticeship levy reforms to August. UK Global Screen Fund Receives £7M Boost for 2025 The UK Global Screen Fund, which is administered by the British Film […]
Celebrities and Former MPs Allege Phone Hacking Scandal
Associated Newspapers firmly denies the allegations. A private investigator allegedly hired by the Mail on Sunday is accused of bugging actress Liz Hurley’s home and ex-boyfriend Hugh Grant’s car to unlawfully gather sensitive information. According to claims presented in the High Court, the investigator obtained details about Hurley’s finances, travel plans, and medical records during […]
Disney Names Tony Chambers as New President for EMEA Theatrical Distribution
Disney has reshuffled its leadership in EMEA, with Tony Chambers, the company’s veteran global theatrical distribution head, replacing Jan Koeppen, who is stepping down from the role. Tony Chambers has been named President of The Walt Disney Company in the EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) region, taking over from Jan Koeppen, who is stepping […]
Upcoming Film Releases in the UK and Ireland: What’s Coming in 2025
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UK Spotlight Shines at New Nordic Films in Haugesund Festival
In 2023 and 2024, New Nordic Films is placing a special emphasis on co-productions with the United Kingdom, seeking to foster deeper collaborations between the UK and the Nordic countries. The initiative aims to open doors for new partnerships, bringing together filmmakers and industry professionals from both regions to explore co-production opportunities in cinema. From […]
Pinewood Studios Unveils New Facilities for Budget-Friendly Films
A New Indie Film Hub at Pinewood Studios to Boost Low-Budget UK Films Pinewood Studios, renowned for being the home of major blockbusters, is taking a significant step to encourage more independent filmmaking in the UK. A new indie film hub is set to open, specifically aimed at supporting low-budget films and providing filmmakers with […]
UK’s Ambition to Lead in AI: Can It Protect Creative Industries?
The UK must draw lessons from the US and EU’s approaches to AI to establish itself as a global leader in the technology, while ensuring the protection of its creative industries. A panel of experts addressing the UK parliament’s culture, media, and sport (CMS) committee inquiry into British film and high-end TV has emphasized the […]