France’s CNC urges European solidarity against US ‘threats’
French TV and film body expects ‘much more aggressive’ US approach against European streaming regulation. Source: France’s CNC urges European solidarity against US ‘threats’ | News | Screen
Academy apologises for not naming Hamdan Ballal amid ’No Other Land’ furore
“We regret that we failed to directly acknowledge Mr. Ballal and the film by name.” Source: Academy apologises for not naming Hamdan Ballal amid ’No Other Land’ furore | News | Screen
Pakistani Horror Film ‘Deemak’ Set to Haunt Theaters, Trailer Unveiled
Pakistani cinema is poised to embrace the horror genre again with “Deemak” (meaning “Termite”), a psychological supernatural thriller. The film represents a significant push to elevate local cinema with high production values and compelling storytelling. Source: Pakistani Horror Film ‘Deemak’ … Continued
Halle Berry Reflects on Being the Only Black Best Actress Oscar Winner
“The system is not really designed for us, and so we have to stop coveting that which is not for us,” the actress says in the Apple TV+ documentary ‘Number One on the Call Sheet.’ Source: Halle Berry Reflects on … Continued
‘Porn is the most conservative business I was ever in’: behind the scenes at Café Flesh
The 1982 film was rejected by its conservative financiers but had an influential afterlife at cinemas such as the Scala in King’s Cross. A restored print is showing in London this month. Source: ‘Porn is the most conservative business I … Continued
Stars of French cinema testify at parliamentary inquiry into sexual harassment
The inquiry committee, initiated by French actress Judith Godrèche, has interviewed almost 100 people from the film, theatre and advertising industries. Source: Stars of French cinema testify at parliamentary inquiry into sexual harassment