Strong UK presence at Red Sea reflects growing connections with MENA
The UK has eight films in this year’s Red Sea selection. Source: Strong UK presence at Red Sea reflects growing connections with MENA | News | Screen
Musicians must embrace ‘unstoppable force’ of AI, Eurythmics’ Dave Stewart urges
Producer says creatives need to own their intellectual property so they can license it to generative AI platforms. Source: Musicians must embrace ‘unstoppable force’ of AI, Eurythmics’ Dave Stewart urges | Dave Stewart | The Guardian
Joan Collins, Anna Maxwell Martin and Hannah Walters Among Big Winners at U.K.’s Annual Women in Film and TV Awards
It’s that time of year again. The women working tirelessly across the U.K. entertainment industry descended on the Park Lane Hilton for the Women in Film and TV Awards on Friday. Source: WFTV Awards: Joan Collins, Anna Maxwell Martin Among … Continued
Guillermo del Toro to be given BFI Fellowship for ‘extraordinary contribution’
Frankenstein director Guillermo del Toro will be recognised for his “extraordinary contribution to film and the distinctive artistry that runs through his work” when he is given the British Film Institute’s highest honour. Source: Guillermo del Toro to be given … Continued
UK-Ireland box office flattens in November, down 33% year-on-year
November box office takings in the UK & Ireland fell 33% compared to last year, as the year-to-date remains fractionally ahead of 2024. Source: UK-Ireland box office flattens in November, down 33% year-on-year | News | Screen
London Screenings cancelled following withdrawal of BFI funding
Film London’s London Screenings, the only export market dedicated to UK film, has been cancelled following the withdrawal of funding from the British Film Institute’s (BFI) UK Focus Fund. The event has been running for 21 years, and 2025 was … Continued