Mike Bowers named chair of The Cinema Foundation
Executive serves as president and CEO of Harkins Theatres. Source: Mike Bowers named chair of The Cinema Foundation | News | Screen
UK’s Raw hires former Brouhaha Entertainment, BBC Film exec to bolster scripted and features arm
Gordon joins the UK The Tinder Swindler production company at a time of growth in its scripted and features output, with upcoming feature film Crime 101 for Amazon MGM Studios being co-produced with Working Title. The indie was also behind … Continued
Will activists bring the curtain down on corporate arts funding?
Chris Garrard, co-founder of the campaign organization Culture Unstained, has had a successful run. His group, which campaigns against fossil fuel companies’ sponsorship of the arts, is celebrating: many of the UK’s leading cultural institutions have cut their links with … Continued
New tour will focus on Oxford’s TV and film connections
The new Oxford On Screen tour will explore Oxford’s role as a backdrop to TV and film, identifying locations featured in productions as diverse as Harry Potter, Saltburn, Wonka, James Bond and Mamma Mia 2, plus the ITV dramas Inspector … Continued
Starmer should back much loved British TV and film for growth, says Sky boss DANA STRONG
This week marks a significant transition for the UK, with new leadership at Number 10 and a change in political power for the first time in 14 years. As we step into this new era, it is imperative that we … Continued
Derby cultural hub “remains in serious financial difficulty”
QUAD, a cultural hub in Derby providing contemporary art exhibitions, film, cinema, integrated digital media work and a range of educational and creative activities, has warned of its financial position. Source: Derby cultural hub “remains in serious financial difficulty” – … Continued