The cinematic world of Hong Kong is possibly my favorite place to visit when I’m in the mood for a foreign film. I love all the art, history, culture, and gorgeous landscapes on display. But, I have to admit, it’s largely because of action. Since they started cooking up action films over there, they’ve changed the game for the entire world in that … [Read more...]
Canadian cinema saddened by the death of one of its pioneers
The founder of MELS Film Studios and Panavision (Canada), Mel Hoppenheim has died, leaving behind an important legacy for Canadian cinema. Source: Canadian cinema saddened by the death of one of its pioneers – OI Canadian … [Read more...]
Rediscovering Australia’s Generation of Defiant Female Directors
Gillian Armstrong, Jane Campion, Essie Coffey and others had waited years to tell their stories, as a Museum of the Moving Image series shows. Source: Rediscovering Australia’s Generation of Defiant Female Directors - The New York Times … [Read more...]
Rai Cinema to invest €85m in 80 projects this year, says CEO Paolo Del Brocco
Rai Cinema is investing €85m ($86.9m) in 80 new projects this year, according to CEO Paolo Del Brocco.Del Brocco was speaking to Screen as the film production and distribution arm of Italy’s state broadcaster gears up to premiere three films in the Venice Film Festival’s main competition. In total, Rai Cinema has 22 films debuting in all Venice … [Read more...]
Sony FX3 is Netflix Approved
Netflix has just approved the Sony FX3 to be used as the primary camera to shoot its 4K Originals. The reason for this approval is the latest Firmware 2.0 that constitutes a major upgrade to the FX3 capabilities regarding cinematography and workflow. Explore the FX3 production guide below. Source: Sony FX3 is Netflix Approved - Y.M.Cinema - News … [Read more...]
The future of cinema lies in the evolution of its architecture
In order to survive, after a hundred years in which it has changed very little, the cinema must rethink itself by turning into a more comfortable space with fewer screens and many services. Source: The future of cinema lies in the evolution of its architecture - Domus … [Read more...]