Regulator asked interview panellists to be replaced as they were ‘not sufficiently independent’. Tory intrusion ‘chilling’ independence of national bodies, critics claim. Source: Watchdog stopped ministers breaching neutrality code in top BBC and BFI hires | Conservatives | The Guardian … [Read more...]
Coda and the films finally treating deaf people with respect
With the advent and now-ubiquity of streaming, massive disruption caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, and the much-discussed demise of the leading man, Hollywood is in greater flux than ever. While not all change may be wholly positive, one development that is unarguably a good thing is the proliferation of more stories centring hitherto … [Read more...]
Steve McQueen almost boycotted BBC over N-word scandal: ‘So offensive it was untrue’
STEVE MCQUEEN claimed he came close to boycotting the BBC after the broadcaster failed to apologise when a correspondent said the N-word during a report. Source: Steve McQueen almost boycotted BBC over N-word scandal: ‘So offensive it was untrue’ | TV & Radio | Showbiz & TV | Express.co.uk … [Read more...]
BBC tours UK for drama package
UK pubcaster the BBC has commissioned eight new scripted series from Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales and England, including a thriller from the writers of Humans. Source: https://www.c21media.net/news/bbc-tours-uk-for-drama-package/ … [Read more...]
BBC adds drama from ‘Salisbury Poisonings’ writers & hires BFI exec for talent initiative
The BBC in the UK has appointed a British Film Institute (BFI) exec as head of its new writers room and unveiled a raft of new dramas, including a show from the creatives behind The Salisbury Poisonings. Jessica Loveland becomes head of new writing at the BBC’s writersroom in Salford, UK, and has. remit to provide editorial leadership to the new … [Read more...]
Hundreds join bid to ‘save’ heritage Shrewsbury cinema
More than 500 people have signed a petition to save a 1930s cinema from potentially being turned into flats. Shrewsbury's Grade II listed former Granada Theatre was built in 1934 and is currently used as a bingo hall. Source: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-shropshire-56361211 … [Read more...]
