Former Bond girl says next 007 should be ‘another gorgeous man’ as James Bond decision looms
“We’re going to find out pretty soon, aren’t we? Because they have picked him. They have made their choice, but they have not announced it yet.” Source: AOL
Congress Begins Drafting 20% Federal Film Incentive With Trump’s Blessing
Members of Congress are drafting legislation that would create a 20% federal film and TV incentive — with bonuses that could bring it as high as 30% — after President Trump endorsed the idea last week. The bill is expected … Continued
Inside Venice’s Unlikely Double Feature: A $300 Million Hitmaker and a New Generation of Smart Devices
Director Lan Hongchun and tech giant Honor are both making the same pitch on the Lido this year: that anyone with the right tools can become a filmmaker. Source: THR
Spanish Government Pledges to Continue Audiovisual Hub Through Spain Crece Fund
Spain plans to press on with its commitment to the country’s audiovisual industry, said Óscar López, Minister for Digital Transformation and Public Administration. Source: Variety
Philomena Cunk to Quiz Michael Bay and Benedict Cumberbatch in ‘Cunk on Cinema’ as Latest Outing for Diane Morgan’s Character Gets First Look
Michael Bay and Benedict Cumberbatch are set to face the ill-informed interview style of Philomena Cunk, the beloved TV idiot played by Diane Morgan. “Cunk on Cinema,” first announced by Variety earlier this year, will see Cunk chart the history … Continued
France & Italy Among European Countries To Hit Record Admissions As Global Box Office Passed $4 Billion In August
Multiple territories in Europe and the Middle East clocked record admissions figures in August as the global box office passed $4 billion, according to a new report by the International Union of Cinemas (UNIC). Source: Deadline