Disney Targets Massive 2028 Slate After D23 Showcase - Disney’s expansive 2028 film lineup signals a major long-term bet on blockbuster franchises and theatrical growth.
Brands Become Hollywood’s New Power Players - Major consumer brands are emerging as an increasingly important source of entertainment financing as traditional buyers reduce spending.
India Set to Remove TV Advertising Time Cap - The proposed regulatory change could significantly boost broadcaster revenues in one of the world’s largest television markets.
Netflix Seeks Dismissal of Tyra Banks Defamation Lawsuit - The case could have broader implications for documentary editing rights and editorial freedom.
Marvel Reveals New MCU X-Men Cast at D23 - The official launch of Marvel’s X-Men reboot marks a pivotal moment for the future of the MCU.
Ireland Backs 103 Screen Productions with Tax Relief in First Half of 2026 - Ireland’s continued production incentives reinforce its status as a leading international screen-production hub.
Norwegian TV Strike Could Disrupt Major Productions - The dispute highlights growing labour pressures and could affect a number of high-profile television series.
BFI CEO Ben Roberts Says UK Indie Film Needs New Capital Streams and Clearer Creative Ambition - Roberts argues that independent filmmakers must embrace new funding sources to ensure the sector’s long-term sustainability.
‘You Don’t Belong Here’ Wins Locarno’s Top Prize - The Golden Leopard win establishes the Romanian drama as one of the year’s most significant international festival films.
Netflix Unveils First Look at Anthony Boyle as Sam Bankman-Fried - Netflix’s dramatisation of the FTX collapse is poised to become one of the streamer’s highest-profile upcoming projects.
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Writer-director Lindsey Ryan will premiere her debut feature Capsized at the Edinburgh International Film Festival. Starring Lily Rabe and Rhys Ifans, the indie drama follows a family’s unravelling houseboat vacation after financial secrets come to light. Filmed almost entirely on a real boat at sea, the project blends humour and family dysfunction, with Ryan drawing on her Long Island maritime upbringing and love of ocean-set stories. Read More
I Matter (Eu contez), the feature debut of Romanian Roma filmmaker Alina Șerban, will have its world premiere in the Venice Spotlight section at the 2026 Venice International Film Festival. The Romanian-German-Belgian coproduction follows a young Roma woman leaving foster care and searching for family and stability after her father’s release from prison. The selection marks a milestone as one of the first feature films directed by a Roma woman to screen at an A-list international film festival. Produced by Ada Solomon’s microFILM, the drama is slated for Romanian release in early 2027. Read More
India’s government is preparing to scrap the long-standing 10+2 television advertising limit, which currently restricts channels to 10 minutes of commercials and two minutes of self-promotion per hour. The change follows lobbying from broadcasters, who argue the rule puts television at a disadvantage compared with digital and streaming platforms that face fewer advertising restrictions. If approved, channels will gain greater flexibility in managing advertising inventory and revenue. Broadcasters contend that market forces will prevent excessive ad loads, as too many commercials could drive viewers away. The move comes as TV networks face rising costs and increasing competition for advertising budgets from digital media. Read More
A new behind‑the‑scenes feature on Survivor 50 spotlights producers Matt Van Wagenen, Jesse Tannenbaum, Tiffany Nicole Ervin and Brian Barefoot, who break down the landmark season’s massive casting process, unpredictable twists and the production scale required for its milestone year. They offer a rare look at the editing room and explain why Jeff Probst’s intensely hands‑on approach continues to shape the show’s tone, pacing and player experience, making Season 50 uniquely special for cast and crew alike.
Martin Short is celebrating multiple Emmy nominations, including recognition for the Netflix documentary Marty, Life Is Short, which chronicles his career and personal life. Speaking with Deadline, Short praised director Lawrence Kasdan and reflected on the film’s emotional exploration of resilience and loss. He also revealed that Only Murders in the Building Season 6, currently filming in London, will feature major British stars including Olivia Colman, David Tennant, Martin Freeman and Jennifer Saunders. Read More
Long-running Canadian drama Heartland is celebrating its 20th season, continuing production across southern Alberta. Filmed in locations including High River and Millarville, the series has become a global hit, airing in more than 120 countries and attracting tourists to the region. Cast and crew members credited the show with creating lasting careers and economic benefits for Alberta. Premiering Oct. 4, Season 20 extends Heartland’s record as Canada’s longest-running one-hour scripted drama. Read More
Indian producer Sanket “Don” Vanzara is expanding into the rapidly growing vertical-content market after more than 25 years in television and film. His company’s series Gold Digger Kahin Ki has surpassed 300 million views, highlighting the format’s growing appeal. Vanzara, whose credits include Maharaj Ki Jai Ho, Parvarrish and Khichdi, says strong storytelling remains the key to success, regardless of platform or screen size. Read More
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Humdinger has brought Bulk Billing back for a second season after an 11‑year hiatus, with creator‑star Jonathan Schuster returning as a perpetually afflicted patient whose GP visits now involve chicken pox, constipation and even “turning into a prawn.” Directed by Evan Munro‑Smith and written by Schuster and Andy Matthews, the indie co‑production features a large comedy ensemble and new craft team. Episode one is now streaming on Humdinger’s YouTube and social channels. Read More
As traditional studios and streamers reduce spending, major brands are investing heavily in entertainment content, creating new opportunities for producers, filmmakers and talent. Companies including General Mills, Gap, Kraft Heinz, Starbucks and Procter & Gamble are launching in-house studios and funding films, series and digital projects to connect with consumers through storytelling rather than traditional advertising. Industry veterans say branded entertainment is becoming a key source of funding, helping sustain productions as Hollywood navigates a prolonged downturn. Read More
Matthew McConaughey has shared the songs that shaped his life in a new Rolling Stone feature, recounting stories tied to artists including Ali Farka Touré, U2, Paul Simon and AC/DC. Among the highlights is a life-changing trip to Mali inspired by Touré’s song “Ai Du,” which McConaughey calls the most important journey of his life. The actor also reflected on family influences, his year in Australia and a period when he considered becoming a monk. Read More
Norwegian films Demring and Agnes mot verden have emerged as notable contenders ahead of the Amanda Awards. Director Patrik Syversen’s genre-blending Demring, which premiered at Fantastic Fest, earned four nominations, including acting nods for Kathrine Thorborg Johansen and Marte Magnusdotter Solem. Meanwhile, low-budget drama Agnes mot verden, financed in part through director David B. Berget refinancing his home, secured three nominations, including Best Screenplay and Best Actress for Marie Blokhus. Read More
More than 100 Norwegian TV workers could go on strike if mediation between the Norwegian Film Association (NFF) and employers’ organisation Virke fails on August 17. The dispute centres on pay and working conditions, with NFF arguing TV workers need wages that reflect the skills required to sustain Norway’s production sector. Productions that could be affected include Farmen Kjendis, 71° Nord Kjendis, Skal vi danse, Mesternes Mester, Kokkeskolen, Fjellhytta and Varulv. Read More
Hungarian documentary Kind of Adults (Kábé felnőttek), directed by Péter Akar and Rita Balogh, has been selected for the Docu Rough Cut Boutique programme at the Sarajevo Film Festival. Filmed over six years, the documentary follows a group of Waldorf-school friends from their final year of high school into early adulthood, capturing relationships, personal struggles and self-discovery. The filmmakers hope the mentorship programme will help finalise the film ahead of a planned 2027 release and connect it with international festivals and distributors. Read More
Singapore filmmaker Phillip Lim argues that AI is transforming how films are made, but not what makes them meaningful. The Teenage Textbook Movie director said criticism of AI-generated films such as Trace Project should not be mistaken for a rejection of AI as a filmmaking tool. Lim explained that he uses AI for tasks such as storyboarding and script analysis, but says creative judgment remains human. He believes audiences ultimately care about compelling stories and characters, not the technology used to create them, while acknowledging ongoing concerns around jobs, copyright and consent. Read More
Steven Conrad, creator of HBO’s Emmy-nominated DTF St. Louis, says he has no plans to return to filmmaking, preferring television’s longer storytelling format. The writer-director, whose credits include The Pursuit of Happyness and Patriot, believes TV allows deeper engagement with characters and audiences over time. Read More
Ugandan director Talemwa Pius has won a major Locarno Open Doors grant for A Vineyard for a Lobster, a feature project in which an impossible snowfall transforms a drought-hit village. Using the surreal event as an allegory for colonialism and outside influence, the film explores power, belief and community divisions. Pius says the project examines what changed after colonialism and what lingering structures remain in modern Uganda. Read More
Director Aseye Fiagbe’s documentary project Too Much Music examines the life and legacy of Ghanaian keyboard prodigy Kiki Gyan, who rose to fame with Afro-rock band Osibisa before building a solo career. Presented at Locarno Open Doors 2026, the film challenges the tendency to remember Gyan primarily for his struggles and death rather than his musical achievements. Read More
Netflix has moved to dismiss Tyra Banks’ defamation lawsuit over its America’s Next Top Model docuseries Reality Check. Banks claims the documentary misleadingly edited her interview and portrayed her unfairly, despite using only 16 minutes from a three-and-a-half-hour conversation. Netflix argues the dispute concerns standard editorial decisions, noting Banks signed an agreement granting filmmakers broad editing rights. The streamer says the documentary contains no false statements and has vowed to “vigorously defend” the series and its creators. Read More
Actress Amélie Hoeferle, star of Prime Video’s coming-of-age drama Sterling Point, has discussed her journey into acting and the emotional themes behind the series. Hoeferle plays Ramona, whose evolving relationship with newfound sister Annie forms the heart of the show. The 24-year-old credits filmmaker Erica Scoggins with inspiring her acting career after a chance meeting as a teenager. Hoeferle says her real-life bond with her own sister helped her connect deeply with Sterling Point’s exploration of family, identity and sisterhood. Read More
Audrey Hepburn’s son Sean Hepburn Ferrer says he has had “several talks” with Lily Collins about her role in an upcoming film about the making of Breakfast at Tiffany’s, even offering suggestions for the portrayal. He praised Collins as “something special.” Sean and brother Luca Dotti also expressed support for Thomasin McKenzie, who will portray Hepburn in Dinner With Audrey, a drama about her friendship with designer Hubert de Givenchy. Both described themselves as curious and optimistic about the projects honouring their mother’s legacy. Read More
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