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Burke & Hare
Ealing Studios’ latest project marks a return to feature film-making for US director John Landis.
Tony Chan & Wing Shya
The co-directors of Fox’s first Chinese-language production Hot Summer Days talk about making a studio film and the challenges posed by the weather.
Nigel Thomas, producer, Matador Pictures
UK producer Nigel Thomas explains why his production company Matador Pictures is going from strength to strength.
Vallanzasca - The Flower Of Evil
Italian director Michele Placido has teamed up with his Romanzo Criminale star Kim Rossi Stuart to portray the life of infamous Italian criminal Renato Vallanzasca for 20th Century Fox
Noel Clarke, writer and director 4.3.2.1
Noel Clarke talks about his latest project, the female orientated 4.3.2.1 and explains why girls can kick ass too.
The reign in Spain
In the first part of an eight-page special, Chris Evans looks at why the Spanish film sector is upbeat as it heads into 2010 with increased investment, greater international collaboration and a local audience revitalised by good Spanish product
Golden Globes winners 2010
The full list of winners at the 67th Golden Globes winners, which were held on January 17.
2009 Digest: Screen rounds up the year's key stories
Who were the winners and losers of 2009? Louise Tutt brings together the biggest stories of the year.
Emerging from the shadow of drama
Which films could benefit from the Golden Globes’ unique musical or comedy categories? Mike Goodridge considers the candidates
The debutantes' ball
UK talent has enjoyed a glittering year, with many ambitious titles from first-time directors winning prizes and thrilling audiences. Screen reviewer Allan Hunter looks back over the past 12 months.
After the storm
Financing for independent films has been battered by the credit crisis and turmoil in the marketplace. Here, John Hazelton assesses the damage and explores the state of equity and debt financing in the US.
Equity players
US finance and production companies with their own equity to invest have had mixed fortunes during the recession. John Hazelton reports
‘The years of largesse and exuberance are over’
With more films than money in the marketplace, the situation in Europe is tough - budgets are contracting and fewer major deals are being made. But there are plenty of financiers still active, reports Geoffrey Macnab
Gateway to opportunity
Against the backdrop of an astounding boom in China’s box office, Hong Kong Filmart (March 22-25) is a key place to do business in Asia. Liz Shackleton profiles this year’s event, and the financing forum and festival which run alongside it
Weekly International Box Office - March 17
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Weekly International Box Office - March 11
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Fernando Bovaira and Simon De Santiago, Mod Producciones
Two former Sogecine executives, Fernando Bovaira and Simon De Santiago talk about their new production outfit Mod Producciones, which made a big impact last year with its first film, Alejandro Amenabar’s historical epic Agora
David versus Goliath
As the Oscars approach, the showdown between Avatar and The Hurt Locker has tapped into a wider issue
Killing Bono
Recently wrapped in Belfast, Killing Bono is the story of two brothers whose rival school band goes on to become U2
Weekly International Box Office - March 4
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Second Light shines at Pinewood
Bond producers Barbara Broccoli and Callum McDougall and the chairman of the Pinewood Studios Group Michael Grade attend the launch of the Second Light new talent programme.
Mike Medaovy and Brad Fischer, producers, Shutter Island
Shutter Island producers Mike Medavoy and Brad Fischer of Phoenix Pictures on Martin Scorsese’s special relationship with Leonardo DiCaprio and why thrillers of the 1930s and 1940s are part of the director’s DNA.
Robert Benmussa, producer, The Ghost Writer
The producer of Roman Polanski’s Berlin competition entry The Ghost Writer tells Patricia Dobson about the challenges during post production – and why financing the film wasn’t easy.
Irish smile at comedy more than UK
David Burke, general manager, Universal Pictures International Ireland, talks to Patricia Danaher about what works in the territory
Weekly International Box Office - February 26
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The Devil's Double
Currently shooting in Malta, The Devil’s Double tells the story of Saddam Hussein’s son Uday and his body-double Latif Yahia.
Vinod Chopra, producer, 3 Idiots
Producer Vinod Chopra talks to Jeremy Kay about 3 Idiots, which stars Indian superstar Aamir Khan, and has taken more than $52m worldwide to date, making it the highest grossing Bollywood release in cinema history.
Diving into real life
John Hazelton profiles the documentary features and shorts nominated for this year’s Academy Awards
Watching the world
Leon Forde gives an overview of this year’s foreign-language film contenders and charts their progress from festival appearances to the Oscars ceremony at Hollywood’s Kodak Theater. Plus a look back at Screen reviewers’ first impressions of the five nominated films
And then there were 10
From Sundance favourites to extraordinary sci-fi visions, this year’s best picture nominations embrace every aspect of contemporary film-making. Mike Goodridge reports
Playing to the crowd
For all the hoopla surrounding the announcement that the Academy had expanded its best picture category to 10 features, four or five films have taken the lead in this year’s race.
Short films with long lives
Some of the world’s most garlanded short films have been recognised by the Academy this year in both the live-action and animation categories. John Hazelton profiles the contenders
Soloman Kane battles in UK, France gets Le Mac
ScreenDaily’s weekly round-up of the local and independent openings in key markets this week.
Weekly International Box Office - February 19
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Szabolcs Hajdu, director and screenwriter, Bibliothèque Pascal
Szabolcs Hajdu talks to Theodore Schwinke about the inspiration behind and execution of his new film, which recently won the Golden Reel at the 41st Hungarian Film Week.
Tributes pour in for Gareth Wigan
Gareth Wigan, the London-born executive who played an integral production role in such classics as Star Wars, Chariots Of Fire and Alien has died.
Weekly International Box Office - February 12
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The next generation
The breakthrough actors, producers and directors to track this year. Profiles by Chris Evans
Giving audiences what they want
While Spanish films are experiencing an upturn in popularity, international titles are finding it more difficult to make an impression in the territory. Chris Evans reports
Breaking down borders
Spanish producers are working with their international counterparts on an unprecedented scale in an attempt to increase budgets and widen the appeal of their films around the world. Chris Evans reports
Leslie Linder
Respected agent and film producer Leslie Linder passed away on January 16, aged 85 years old.
Berlin bears all
The inside track on all the films screening in and out of competition at Berlin. Profiles by Martin Blaney, Patricia Dobson, Jason Gray, Udita Jhunjhunwala, Jeremy Kay, Theodore Schwinke and Nancy Tartaglione
The European showcase
Among the box-fresh projects on offer to tempt international buyers at this year’s European Film Market (Feb 11-21) are projects directed by Steven Soderbergh, Tom Hanks and Francois Ozon, as well as interesting new titles set to star Orlando Bloom, Uma Thurman, Emily Blunt and Catherine Deneuve
An anniversary party to savour
The 60th edition of the Berlin International Film Festival (Feb 12-21) will be marked by a citywide celebration and an eye-catching line-up comprising the festival’s favourite film-makers and emerging new directors. Martin Blaney reports
The view from the stalls
Screen critic Jonathan Romney casts his eye over this year’s Berlinale line-up
Welcome in Germany, Spain gets Precious
ScreenDaily’s weekly round-up of the local and independent openings in key markets this week.
Weekly International Box Office - February 5
ScreenDaily brings you the weekly international box-office news.
Homegrown hits boost business
Local titles drove up the Japanese box office by 5.7% in 2009 as the number of international releases dropped dramatically.
Wayne Clarkson, departing executive director, Telefilm Canada
Wayne Clarkson talks to Denis Seguin about his tenure at Telefilm Canada and the challenges facing his replacement.
Big guns line up for global domination
Which are the big films waiting to dazzle audiences in 2010? In the first of a two-part feature covering the year’s highlights, Mike Goodridge profiles the key studio releases at the US box office, with opening dates accurate at time of press
Out of this world
ScreenDaily sets the scene for the year ahead with a look at the local blockbusters and arthouse breakouts which could emerge from key international territories. Profiles by Martin Blaney, Patricia Dobson, Niklas Eriksson, Chris Evans, Sandy George, Jason Gray, Elaine Guerini, Sheri Jennings, Udita Jhunjhunwala, Theodore Schwinke, Nancy Tartaglione and Sen-lun Yu
Emir Kusturica, film-maker and founder of the Kustendorf Festival
Emir Kusturica speaks to Geoffrey Macnab about Kustendorf Film Festival, which he founded three years ago, and honouring Johnny Depp, who is set to star in his forthcoming film, Pancho Villa.
Martin Stitt, director, Family Jewels
Director Martin Stitt talks to Jeremy Kay about Family Jewels, which plays in the Sundance shorts programme.
And then there were nine
Nine films are on the foreign-language film Oscar shortlist this year. Mike Goodridge assesses what was left off the list and which might go forward to the final five
Brits line up against Avatar
There is much to relish for the UK film industry in this year’s Bafta nominations, and voters generally prefer to recognise homegrown talent. Allan Hunter looks at the early frontrunners - and those shut out
Weekly International Box Office - January 29
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Methods of measuring success
Screen average and drop-off rates are essential indicators of how a film is performing at the theatrical box office. Jack Warner reports
Linas Phillips, director, and Thomas Woodrow, producer, Bass Ackwards
Director Linas Phillips and producer Thomas Woodrow talk to Jeremy Kay about Bass Ackwards, which plays in Sundance’s inaugural Next programme.
Introducing the market
The festival’s 10-year-old Lab teaches a select group of international producers how to navigate their way through a film festival and market. By Geoffrey Macnab
CineMart highlights
Geoffrey Macnab highlights some handpicked projects at the co-production market.
Aamir Khan, producer, and Anusha Rizvi, writer/director, Peepli Live
Indian superstar and producer Aamir Khan and first-time writer-director Anusha Rizvi talk to Jeremy Kay about the film Peepli Live, which screens in Sundance’s World Cinema Dramatic Competition.
Will the Tiger earn its stripes?
How is the Rotterdam Film Festival (Jan 27-Feb 7) adapting to a market where it is more difficult than ever for a film to secure a theatrical release? Geoffrey Macnab reports
A Prophet arrives in the UK, Ricky lands in Spain
ScreenDaily’s weekly look at the local and independent openings in key markets this week.
Diane Bell, writer/director, Obselidia
Scottish writer/director Diane Bell talks to Jeremy Kay about her first feature Obselidia, which screens in the US dramatic competition at Sundance.
Ambitious Icon unveils new strategy
Icon UK head Stewart Till has revealed his aim to level out the pricing disparity that impedes the growth of Blu-ray. Tim Murray reports
Weekly International Box Office - January 15
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David Michôd, writer/director, Animal Kingdom
Australian writer/director David Michôd talks to Sandy George about his first feature Animal Kingdom, which will screen in the world cinema competition at Sundance.
Buzz nation
Which films will generate heat in Utah’s mountain cool? Jeremy Kay picks a selection of titles from across the festival
The documentaries
The war in Afghanistan - and Joan Rivers - provide rich subject matter for a series of eye-catching docs premiering at Sundance
Peak condition
John Cooper, the new director of the Sundance Film Festival (Jan 21-31), tells Jeremy Kay about his desire to return this year’s edition to its artistically independent origins.
Roll out the red carpet
Heading into Golden Globes weekend in Los Angeles, it is clear which films have heat and which do not in the final six weeks leading up to the Academy Awards. Mike Goodridge looks at some of this year’ groundbreakers and surprises
Local hit freezes out Avatar
Avatar may have cast a blue glow over the global box office, but in Iceland an independent local hit has held it at bay. Jack Warner reports
Weekly international box office - January 8
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Eric Rohmer; A Career
French veteran Eric Rohmer, who died on January 11 aged 89, was arguably the most misunderstood of the New Wave directors.
Shorter windows reverse slump
Tighter windows and a piracy crackdown have given France’s home-entertainment market a boost, reports Tim Murray
Punk's poet lives again
Mat Whitecross’s sex&drugs&rock&rollis the latest UK film to draw on the territory’s musical heritage for inspiration. Sarah Cooper looks at how the project came together
Weekly international box office - January 1
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Awards countdown: Profiles
ScreenDaily profiles Bright Star’s Abbie Cornish, The Hurt Locker’s Jeremy Renner and Scott Hicks, director of The Boys Are Back
Best Director: The storytellers
Some of the movie world’s biggest names as well as relative newcomers and a fashion designer-turned-film-maker are among the chief contenders for this year’s best director awards. Mike Goodridge assesses the field
Best Picture: The gold standards
This year has been an unusually rich season for prestige awards contenders, kicking off as early as the Sundance Film Festival in January when Lee Daniels’ Precious (then called Push) was first seen as well as Lone Scherfig’s An Education, Cary Fukunaga’s Sin ...
Film-maker profiles
ScreenDaily speaks to ten directors whose films are expected to perform strongly this awards season.
Weekly international box office – December 18
Screen brings you the weekly international box-office news.
Ring out the old, ring in the new - Screen's review of 2009
Leading lights from the international film industry give their views of 2009 and their hopes for 2010.
Ten billion and a happy Hangover
The North American box office is on track for a record-breaking year. Jeremy Kay charts the highs and the lows.
Harry Potter weaves magic on 2009 box office
Warner Brother’s Harry Potter And The Half-Blood Price has topped the worldwide box office so far this year, taking $929.4m.
Awards Countdown: Original Screenplay
Screen brings you a selection of this year’s potential screenplay awards contenders.
Awards Countdown: Adapted Screenplay
Screen brings you a selection of this year’s potential adapted screenplay awards contenders.
Screen's new talent of 2009
Who were the actors, directors and writers who stepped into the spotlight in 2009?
Weekly international box office – December 11
Screen brings you the weekly international box-office news.
