Friday 30 September 2016

Scrap California Film Incentives? Nonpartisan State Analyst Says Maybe… - Deadline


Deadline

Scrap California Film Incentives? Nonpartisan State Analyst Says Maybe…
Deadline
California should consider scaling back or eliminating its $330 million film tax incentives program if other states do so, according to a new report from the state Legislature's non-partisan Legislative Analyst's Office, which found that the first 10 ...



New York Film Festival 2016: 10 essential movies and events to catch - Entertainment Weekly


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New York Film Festival 2016: 10 essential movies and events to catch
Entertainment Weekly
With temperatures going down and sweaters and hoodies coming out, the end of September in New York City marks the beginning of the fall season. All the more reason to head inside for a few hours at the Film Society of Lincoln Center, which hosts the ...
Oscars & The New York Film Festival: How Will The Big Apple Event …Deadline

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London Film Festival Bridges Cultural Divide - Variety


Variety

London Film Festival Bridges Cultural Divide
Variety
The under-representation of racial and ethnic diversity across the film industry has been a hotly debated topic this past year. This pressing issue is now set to take center stage at the 60th annual British Film Institute London Film Festival, which ...

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NYFF Film Review: Moonlight - Consequence of Sound (blog)


Consequence of Sound (blog)

NYFF Film Review: Moonlight
Consequence of Sound (blog)
Richard Linklater's film was hazy and impressionistic, framed as a series of small details that take on a profound resonance, whereas Moonlight is angry and impassioned. That film's protagonist was a relatively carefree youth, but Chiron carries the ...



LT--Mexico-Director Killed - Yahoo Movies (blog)


LT--Mexico-Director Killed
Yahoo Movies (blog)
MEXICO CITY (AP) — The murder of film director Leon Serment and his producer wife's subsequent death are believed to have been contract killings arranged by their son for the equivalent of about $5,200 per victim, Mexico City's top prosecutor said Friday.

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At the New York Film Festival, a Defense of Human Dignity - New York Times


New York Times

At the New York Film Festival, a Defense of Human Dignity
New York Times
“Toni Erdmann,” Maren Ade's astonishing third feature, which dazzled critics (though apparently not the prize-granting jurors) at Cannes in May, arrives in New York this weekend in the main slate of the 54th New York Film Festival. Observing a few days ...



'Paterson' Star Adam Driver Says He's Unsure How People Will Respond to Jim Jarmusch's Latest Film - IndieWire


IndieWire

'Paterson' Star Adam Driver Says He's Unsure How People Will Respond to Jim Jarmusch's Latest Film
IndieWire
The actor talks about preparing for the lead role in his first film with writer-director Jim Jarmusch. Graham Winfrey. 7 hours ago. @GrahamWinfrey. Share This Article; Pin It · Reddit · LinkedIn; WhatsApp; Print; Talk. "Paterson". “Paterson”. Amazon ...

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Scrap California Film Incentives? Nonpartisan State Analyst Says Maybe… - Deadline


Deadline

Scrap California Film Incentives? Nonpartisan State Analyst Says Maybe…
Deadline
California should consider scaling back or eliminating its $330 million film tax incentives program if other states do so, according to a new report from the state Legislature's non-partisan Legislative Analyst's Office, which found that the first 10 ...

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US--Film-New York Film Festival - Yahoo Movies (blog)


Yahoo Movies (blog)

US--Film-New York Film Festival
Yahoo Movies (blog)
NEW YORK (AP) — The 54th New York Film Festival kicked off Friday under gray autumn skies, cloaked by an unusual degree of topicality. Ava DuVernay's documentary on mass incarceration, "The 13th," opened the festival, the first documentary to ever ...
New York Film Festival 2016: 10 essential movies and events to catchEntertainment Weekly
Here's Your Guide to the New York Film FestivalVulture
Why 13th Is The Most Important Film Of 2016Cinema Blend
CBS News -Deadline -New York Post
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Everyone but Daniel Craig Wants Another Daniel Craig Bond Film - Vanity Fair


Vanity Fair

Everyone but Daniel Craig Wants Another Daniel Craig Bond Film
Vanity Fair
Unfortunately for Craig, everyone involved in the Bond films loves him, including chief producers Barbara Broccoli (the final decision-maker when it comes to casting Bond) and Michael G. Wilson, as well as longtime producer Callum McDougall, who's ...
James Bond producer: Daniel Craig still first choiceThe Guardian
Daniel Craig Is 'First Choice' For Next Bond, Say ProducersDeadline
BBC Radio 4 - Today, 30/09/2016BBC
Variety
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NYFF Film Review: Moonlight - Consequence of Sound (blog)


Consequence of Sound (blog)

NYFF Film Review: Moonlight
Consequence of Sound (blog)
Richard Linklater's film was hazy and impressionistic, framed as a series of small details that take on a profound resonance, whereas Moonlight is angry and impassioned. That film's protagonist was a relatively carefree youth, but Chiron carries the ...



'Do Not Resist:' 6 worrying moments from new film on warrior cops - Mashable


Mashable

'Do Not Resist:' 6 worrying moments from new film on warrior cops
Mashable
From the procession of protesters marching in front of tooled up cops under stormy skies in Ferguson to a devastating shot of a small crouching boy surveying a tribute for Michael Brown, Do Not Resist is not short on powerful moments. The documentary ...
Do Not Resist: new film shows how US police have become an occupying armyThe Guardian

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'The Last Film Festival': Film Review - Hollywood Reporter


Hollywood Reporter

'The Last Film Festival': Film Review
Hollywood Reporter
In theory, it could've been a contender: vets of the Hollywood and indie scenes spoofing the movie biz in a comedy set at a fledgling film festival. In practice, though, The Last Film Festival is stuck in a loop of painfully silly humor, with stars ...

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London Film Festival Bridges Cultural Divide - Variety


Variety

London Film Festival Bridges Cultural Divide
Variety
The under-representation of racial and ethnic diversity across the film industry has been a hotly debated topic this past year. This pressing issue is now set to take center stage at the 60th annual British Film Institute London Film Festival, which ...

and more »


'Paterson' Star Adam Driver Says He's Unsure How People Will Respond to Jim Jarmusch's Latest Film - IndieWire


IndieWire

'Paterson' Star Adam Driver Says He's Unsure How People Will Respond to Jim Jarmusch's Latest Film
IndieWire
The actor talks about preparing for the lead role in his first film with writer-director Jim Jarmusch. Graham Winfrey. 1 hour ago. @GrahamWinfrey. Share This Article; Pin It · Reddit · LinkedIn; WhatsApp; Print; Talk. "Paterson". “Paterson”. Amazon ...

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New York Film Festival 2016: 10 essential movies and events to catch - Entertainment Weekly


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New York Film Festival 2016: 10 essential movies and events to catch
Entertainment Weekly
With temperatures going down and sweaters and hoodies coming out, the end of September in New York City marks the beginning of the fall season. All the more reason to head inside for a few hours at the Film Society of Lincoln Center, which hosts the ...
Ava DuVernay's untraditional start to award-winning film careerCBS News
The hottest movies of the New York Film FestivalNew York Post
Here's Your Guide to the New York Film FestivalVulture
Deadline -The Guardian
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Feminist Bookstore Slams 'Portlandia' And Says Show Can No Longer Film There - NPR


NPR

Feminist Bookstore Slams 'Portlandia' And Says Show Can No Longer Film There
NPR
In the TV comedy version of Portland, Ore., the bookstore is called Women and Women First. In real life, it's In Other Words — and the shop is using frank terms to say the Portlandia show is no longer welcome to film there. The feminist store and ...

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YouTube blocked trailer for Christian movie 'I'm Not Ashamed' for months, film's co-writer says - Fox News


YouTube blocked trailer for Christian movie 'I'm Not Ashamed' for months, film's co-writer says
Fox News
Producers of the Christian film "I'm Not Ashamed" have been embroiled in a battle with YouTube after the video sharing site took down their film's trailer with no explanation. The video site has since reinstated the trailer, but those closest to the ...

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New York City launches $5-million fund for women in film and theater, a first in the US - Los Angeles Times


Los Angeles Times

New York City launches $5-million fund for women in film and theater, a first in the US
Los Angeles Times
New York City has created a $5-million fund for women working in the fields of film and theater, becoming the first municipality in the U.S. to finance such an initiative. The fund, announced Thursday by the Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment ...

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Everyone but Daniel Craig Wants Another Daniel Craig Bond Film - Vanity Fair


Vanity Fair

Everyone but Daniel Craig Wants Another Daniel Craig Bond Film
Vanity Fair
Unfortunately for Craig, everyone involved in the Bond films loves him, including chief producers Barbara Broccoli (the final decision-maker when it comes to casting Bond) and Michael G. Wilson, as well as longtime producer Callum McDougall, who's ...
James Bond producer: Daniel Craig still first choiceThe Guardian

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Netflix Film Documents White Helmet Volunteers Who Save Lives In Aleppo - NPR


Netflix Film Documents White Helmet Volunteers Who Save Lives In Aleppo
NPR
The Syria Civil Defense, known as the White Helmets, is made up of volunteers who rescue Syrian citizens from the rubble of rebel-held sections of Aleppo, after airstrikes from government forces. Facebook; Twitter. Google+. Email ...



Tim Burton's latest film doesn't just lack diversity, it lacks personality - The Verge


The Verge

Tim Burton's latest film doesn't just lack diversity, it lacks personality
The Verge
On Thursday, a minor shock wave went through social media as Bustle published a short piece quoting director Tim Burton in conjunction with his new film, Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children. Associate entertainment editor Rachel Simon ...
Review: 'Peculiar' is particularly apt for film by creep-out king BurtonHonolulu Star-Advertiser
Tim Burton's peculiar new film expected to lead weekend box officeMarketWatch
Tim Burton On Diversity in Film: 'Things Either Call For Things, or They Don't'Jezebel
Mic
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'Paterson' Star Adam Driver Says He's Unsure How People Will Respond to Jim Jarmusch's Latest Film - IndieWire


IndieWire

'Paterson' Star Adam Driver Says He's Unsure How People Will Respond to Jim Jarmusch's Latest Film
IndieWire
The actor talks about preparing for the lead role in his first film with writer-director Jim Jarmusch. Graham Winfrey. 2 mins ago. @GrahamWinfrey. Share This Article; Pin It · Reddit · LinkedIn; WhatsApp; Print; Talk. "Paterson". “Paterson”. Amazon ...

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Ava DuVernay's untraditional start to award-winning film career - CBS News


CBS News

Ava DuVernay's untraditional start to award-winning film career
CBS News
The Academy Award-winning movie “Selma” made Ava DuVernay the first woman of color to direct a film nominated for a Best Picture Oscar. But DuVernay had an untraditional start to her film career. In fact, she “didn't even think of it.” She had not gone ...
13th review: Ava DuVernay doc shows prisons are the new plantationsThe Guardian

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Netflix Film Documents White Helmet Volunteers Who Save Lives In Aleppo - NPR


Netflix Film Documents White Helmet Volunteers Who Save Lives In Aleppo
NPR
The Syria Civil Defense, known as the White Helmets, is made up of volunteers who rescue Syrian citizens from the rubble of rebel-held sections of Aleppo, after airstrikes from government forces. Facebook; Twitter. Google+. Email ...



A fresh gaze for film critics - The Hindu


A fresh gaze for film critics
The Hindu
With very few foreign filmmakers and cinematographers successfully capturing the country with a credible insider lens, last Friday saw the release of two Indian films made by Indian filmmakers who consciously employed — and embraced — the westerner's ...



Film Acquisition Rundown: Samuel Goldwyn Picks Up LAFF Winner 'Green Is Gold,' Kino Lorber Buys 'Son of Joseph ... - IndieWire


IndieWire

Film Acquisition Rundown: Samuel Goldwyn Picks Up LAFF Winner 'Green Is Gold,' Kino Lorber Buys 'Son of Joseph ...
IndieWire
The film follows “a thirteen-year-old boy [who] is forced to live with his estranged brother after their father is sent to prison. Their relationship is soon tested when the older brother's occupation as a marijuana dealer infringes on his ability not ...



Great New Latin American Movies and a Restored Classic at NY Film Festival - NBCNews.com


Great New Latin American Movies and a Restored Classic at NY Film Festival
NBCNews.com
An historic number of Latin America's finest films will be shown during this year's New York Film Festival, including a brilliant and unusual biopic of the famed Chilean poet Pablo Neruda with Gael GarcĂ­a Bernal and a restored print of the 1968 Cuban ...

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