Old films, new fans: inside the ukrepertory cinema boom
Why do we all suddenly want to see Kind Hearts and Coronets on the big screen? We investigate the year’s most unlikely media trend. Source: Old films, new fans: inside the repertory cinema boom
‘Frenchie Shore’ Sparks Criticism From Country’s Culture Minister for Being Too Sexually Explicit: ‘Borderline Porno’
“Frenchie Shore,” the local adaptation of the popular American reality show “Jersey Shore,” rivaled Ridley Scott’s historical epic “Napoleon” as November’s most polarizing entertainment topic in France. Source: ‘Frenchie Shore’ Sparks Criticism for Being Too Sexually Explicit
iQiyi Strikes Theatrical Deals in Southeast Asia
Chinese films “Trending Topic” and “The Invisible Guest” will be given theatrical releases in Malaysia and Singapore in the coming month. This step follows agreements between Chinese streamer iQiyi and Malaysian cinema chain GSC and Singaporean distributor Clover Films. Terms, … Continued
‘Fast & Furious 9’ Producers Fined $1 Million Over Stuntman’s ‘Life-Changing’ Accident
The producers of “F9,” the ninth instalment of the “Fast & Furious” franchise, have been fined over $1 million in a U.K. court after a stunt performer suffered “life-changing” injuries on set. FF9 Pictures Limited, a subsidiary of Universal Pictures, … Continued
Korea Box Office: ‘12.12: The Day’ Brings Crowds to Cinemas
Korean drama “12.12: The Day” brought life back to South Korean cinemas with a powerful $11 million opening weekend. Directed by Kim Sung-soo and starring the reliable Hwang Jung-min and Jung Woo-sung, the film recounts a nine-hour period in 1979 … Continued
Generative AI in U.K. Driven by Generation Z
Media regulator Ofcom finds that 79 percent of online users aged 13-17 now use the much-discussed technology. Source: Generative AI in U.K. Driven by Generation Z, Ofcom Study Finds – The Hollywood Reporter