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The Czech Republic’s Karlovy Vary International Film Festival has defended its decision to invite a Russian film to its 56th edition, in spite of promises that it would not welcome Russia state-backed films due to the war in Ukraine . Russian directors Natasha Merlulova and Aleksey Chupov’s drama Captain Volkonogov Escaped is due to play in the Horizons sidebar. A number of Ukrainian directors who have also been invited to show their films at the festival published an open letter protesting the move on Tuesday. “We understand your arguments, however, we strictly refuse your interpretation that the screening of this film, which was in the past supported by the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation, distracts the international community from the war crimes committed in Ukraine,” said the festival’s president Jiří Bartoška, executive director Kryštof Mucha and artistic director Karel Och in an official statement. “On the contrary, we believe that by … [Read more...] about Karlovy Vary Defends Decision To Invite Russian Film To 2022 Edition

In a conversation with Alec Baldwin livestreamed on Instagram, Woody Allen said he plans to direct “one or two more” films, but also said “the thrill is gone” because of the decline of the theatrical experience. Without revealing details about the project, Allen said he will direct a film that will shoot in Paris in the late-summer or early fall. His last film was Rifkin’s Festival , which grossed just $2.3 million, reaching the U.S. in a limited release earlier this year but making little impact. MPI Media Group handled that film, stepping in for Amazon Studios, which yanked its $80 million distribution deal with Allen in 2019. The filmmaker has seen his career options narrow in recent years amid increased scrutiny around allegations of sexual abuse. Book publisher Hachette also canceled publication of his memoir in 2020. Even before Covid, Allen said, the challenging environment for traditional theatrical releases was starting to weigh on him. “When I started, … [Read more...] about Woody Allen Plans To Make “One Or Two More” Films, But “The Thrill Is Gone” Due To Decline Of Movie Theaters

EXCLUSIVE : Matthew Goldberg has joined the bicoastal production company Nickel City Pictures as Vice President of Film and Television. In the new role, he will report to President Mark Fasano and oversee development of the company’s slate, which is focused on commercial film and television content across all genres. Goldberg was previously a manager at The Gotham Group representing film and television rights. “Matthew’s impeccable taste and eye for spotting valuable and relevant commercial material, combined with his passion for telling great stories with strong themes makes him a real force,” said Nickel City Pictures’ Fasano. “I’m thrilled to welcome Matthew to the team, we’re lucky to have him.” “I am truly excited to join Nickel City Pictures and collaborate with Mark to continue growing both the company’s feature film and television business,” added Goldberg. “Mark has delivered some incredible films over the years and I’m looking forward to contributing to the … [Read more...] about Nickel City Pictures Appoints Matthew Goldberg As Vice President Of Film And Television

Chiyaan Vikram is back in action with Cobra , an upcoming Tamil psychological thriller. The veteran actor will be seen in the role of a genius mathematician Madhiazhagan AKA Adheera AKA Cobra, who turns rogue following certain unfateful events. The movie, directed by R Ajay Gnanamuthu is slated for a grand worldwide theatrical release on August 11. Cobra 's pre-release business is now the hot topic in Kollywood after the industry has seen unprecedented figures with Kamal Haasan-starrer Vikram. According to reports, Udhayanidhi Stalin's Red Giant Movies bagged the theatrical rights of Cobra . It is learned that SonyLiv has bought digital streaming rights of the film. However, an official confirmation of the same is awaited. The makers have confirmed that the satellite rights of the film have been sold to Kalaignar TV. Vikram, who is known for his portrayal of a variety of characters and get-ups is said to have donned 25 looks for Cobra. The film, owing … [Read more...] about Cobra’s Satellite And Digital Streaming Rights: Everything You Need To Know About Vikram’s Film

After a good opening weekend collection of Rs 36.93 Crore, Varun Dhawan-Kiara Advani's latest release Jugjugg Jeeyo saw a normal drop in its box office collection on first Monday. The film witnessed a drop of around 48% on fourth day of its release and minted Rs 4.82 Crore. The total four-day box office now stands at Rs 41.75 Crore. Trade analyst Taran Adarsh tweeted, "#JugJuggJeeyo remains steady at national multiplexes, which is driving its biz... #Delhi - #NCR remain key contributors... Decline on Mon [vis-à-vis Fri]: 48.06%... Fri 9.28 cr, Sat 12.55 cr, Sun 15.10 cr, Mon 4.82 cr. Total: ₹ 41.75 cr. #India biz." Upon its release, Jugjugg Jeeyo received good to mixed response from the critics and the family entertainer began its journey on a decent note by minting Rs 9.28 Crore on its opening day. The Varun-Kiara starrer picked up business over the weekend and collected Rs 12.55 Crore and Rs 15.10 Crore on Saturday and Sunday respectively. Jugjugg … [Read more...] about Jugjugg Jeeyo Day 4 Box Office Collection: Varun Dhawan-Kiara Advani’s Film Rakes In Decent Numbers

Warner Bros has confirmed that The Batman is back up and running. This comes two weeks after the production shut down after star Robert Pattinson tested positive for COVID-19. No word yet if Pattinson is back on set at Warner Bros Leavesden as the studio doesn’t comment on staffers’ personal status. “Following a hiatus for COVID-19 quarantine precautions, filming has now resumed on The Batman in the UK,” said a studio rep-issued statement. Production had restarted on Batman earlier this month after a 5 1/2-month pause due to the pandemic. Three days in, Pattinson turned up positive with the coronavirus. Following Batman ‘s initial shutdown, director Matt Reeves told Deadline that he had a quarter of the movie in the can and reportedly has another three months to shoot. That said, he delivered a teaser with a lot of stuff at DC Fandome recently for the film’s scheduled October 1, 2021 release date. … [Read more...] about ‘The Batman’ Resumes Production In UK After Robert Pattinson COVID-19 Shutdown

EXCLUSIVE : Euphoria ‘s Eric Dane will star alongside KJ Apa in the motorcycle racing film One Fast Move , from Gulfstream Pictures and Luber Roklin Entertainment, which has entered production in Atlanta. In the action-adventure pic from writer-director Kelly Blatz , a dishonorably discharged soldier (Apa) seeks out his estranged father (Dane) to help him pursue his dream of racing Supersport motorcycles. While training, he meets a small-town aspiring singer who begins to break down the walls his father’s absence had built up. Gulfstream Pictures is providing full financing for the film, with Mike Karz and Bill Bindley producing for the company, in association with Matt Luber and Lena Roklin of Luber Roklin Entertainment. One Fast Move is Gulfstream’s second project with Luber Roklin, following the Josephine Langford-led rom-com The Other Zoey , with Drew Starkey, Archie Renaux, Andie MacDowell, Heather Graham and Patrick Fabian, which is currently in … [Read more...] about Eric Dane Joins KJ Apa In Motorcycle Racing Pic ‘One Fast Move’

Middle East and North Africa distributor Front Row Filmed Entertainment has snapped up regional distribution rights for Saudi action picture Route 10, starring rising local talents Fatima AlBanawi and Baraa Alem. The company is planning a wide theatrical launch in Saudi Arabia on July 28 via Front Row Arabia, its joint venture with the territory’s biggest home-grown exhibitor Muvi Cinemas . The partners launched the label in early 2021 in response to the growing Saudi demand for feature film content for theatrical release in the wake of the territory’s lifting of its 35-year cinema ban at the end of 2017. Front Row will also release the title in other MENA territories at the same time. The film is among a growing body of Saudi feature productions to come to fruition over the last 12 months, as a local film industry begins to take root. The Saudi box office, which is tipped to top an annual $1B by 2030, has been dominated by Hollywood fare until now but … [Read more...] about Front Row Acquires MENA Rights For Saudi Desert-Set Action Thriller ‘Route 10’

EXCLUSIVE : Cara Santana ( Vida ) has signed on to star alongside Marcia Gay Harden, Halston Sage, Andrew Richardson and Aidan Quinn in Annette Haywood-Carter’s indie comedy Daughter of the Bride (w/t) for MarVista Entertainment and Particular Crowd. The film currently in production centers on Diane (Harden) and Kate (Sage) — mother and daughter and inseparable friends, whose lives are turned upside down when mom announces her engagement to a mystery man (Quinn) that she’s been dating for only a few weeks. In a series of comical events, Kate must come to terms with letting her mother be happy with someone else while she navigates her own love life and career aspirations. Kate subconsciously tries to sabotage the wedding plans, despite officiating the ceremony, and unexpectedly meets a mystery man (Richardson) of her own that seems too good to be true. Karen Bloch Morse wrote the script. The film is being co-produced by MarVista and Particular Crowd, with … [Read more...] about Cara Santana Joins Annette Haywood-Carter’s Indie ‘Daughter Of The Bride’; Asif Akbar’s Spy Thriller ‘MR-9’ Adds James Moses Black

Sky has put a darkly comic drama about a foul-mouthed supermarket worker in Belfast into production. Roisin Gallagher ( The Fall, The Dry ) and Johnny Flynn ( Beast, Emma ) take the leading roles in The Lovers , which is from Doctor Foster and Pure producer Drama Republic . The series follows Janet (Gallagher) as supermarket worker who doesn’t care about anything, including her life, and Seamus (Flynn) a handsome, self-centred, political broadcaster with what looks to be a perfect London life and a celebrity girlfriend. When they unexpectedly meet, they instantly clash – and yet also find themselves inextricably drawn to each other. The series also stars Conleth Hill (Game of Thrones, Holding) as Janet’s supermarket boss. Drama Republic is producing in association with Sky Studios. Playwright David Ireland ( Cyprus Avenue, Ulster American ) and directed by Justin Martin ( Together, Prima Facie ) . The show will air on Sky Atlantic and streaming … [Read more...] about Sky Puts Darkly Comic Series ‘The Lovers’ From ‘Doctor Foster’ Producer Drama Republic Into Production