formerly Mad Cornish Projectionist.
While massively popular among young Chinese social media users, AI microdramas are fuelling concerns that the technology is eroding copyright – and potentially livelihoods. Source: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/east-asia/china-generative-ai-microdramas-copyright-creative-concerns-6043656
A project has been launched in Kazakhstan’s Almaty region that could significantly transform the local film industry. Construction has begun in the city of Kaskelen on the “Dala Stage” film studio project, which is positioned as a world-class facility and … Continued
Through this 9th edition dedicated to cinema, Togolese cultural authorities aim to provide a platform for reflection among filmmakers, audiences, and festival participants. They seek to support the emergence of an authentic African film industry. Source: https://www.ecofinagency.com/news-culture/1704-54787-lome-film-festival-showcases-african-stories-and-industry-ambitions
Cristóbal Valenzuela, the co-founder and CEO of AI video-generation startup Runway, now valued at north of $5 billion, may not be winning over more hearts and minds in the anti-AI, creative crowd with his recent comments about AI’s potential in … Continued
Hungary’s National Film Institute has paused new long-term financial commitments amid the government transition, as the future of its leadership remains uncertain despite continued growth in the country’s booming film industry. Source: https://www.hungarianconservative.com/articles/culture_society/hungary-film-institute-leadership-transition/
‘I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning’ and ‘Tin Castle’ head to the Croisette in a modest year for UK and Irish filmmakers. Source: https://www.screendaily.com/news/how-are-the-uk-and-ireland-indie-film-sectors-represented-at-cannes-2026/5215725.article