All articles by John Hazelton – Page 3
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NewsLaika sets Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck for live action ‘Atmosphere’ adaptation
Upcoming novel is a romance set during the early days of the space shuttle programme.
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NewsFernando Meirelles to direct Denzel Washington in Netflix bank heist feature
The streamer has also ordered additional seasons of UK-shot series Bridgerton and The Diplomat.
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NewsWarner Bros Discovery’s Max to revert to HBO Max brand this summer
The service launched as HBO Max in 2020 but shortened its name two years ago.
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NewsAustin Butler and Jeremy Allen White set for A24’s ‘Enemies’
The crime drama will be written and directed by Henry Dunham.
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NewsDaniel Day-Lewis return ‘Anemone’ set for awards season opening
The drama about fathers, sons and brothers is directed by the actor’s son Ronan Day-Lewis
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NewsAmerican French Film Festival sets dates for 29th edition
The event returned last year after cancelling its 2023 run.
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News‘Koln 75’ goes to Zeitgeist and Kino Lorber for the US
German drama has taken more than $1m in its home market.
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NewsStudy reveals “steeper climb” to feature directing chair for women
Representation was highest in Germany, the UK and Australia, but still far below parity.
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NewsUS trade groups write to President Trump urging tax breaks for domestic producers
The groups thank Trump ”for the support you have shown our industry.”
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News‘Prime Minister’ to open second Sundance: CDMX festival in Mexico City
The line-up includes seven other documentaries and seven narrative features from this year’s Sundance.
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NewsInside Out festival sets five projects for International Finance Forum
Line-up includes LGBTQ projects from the US, the UK and China.
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FeaturesHow North American cinemas are aiming to “eventise” the theatrical experience
After years of under-investment since the pandemic, the top eight North American exhibitors have pledged to spend $2.2bn on upgrades over the next three years.
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Features"Plenty of room in the market": What’s next for the thriving premium format cinema sector?
Premium format technologies are creating compelling reasons for audiences to see films on the big screen.
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NewsUK’s Sunset Waltham Cross Studios plan “no longer feasible,” say owners
Alternative uses for the site being explored after production downturn.
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NewsDavid Heyman and Amy Pascal reportedly in talks to produce James Bond
The two producers have been among several names suggested for the role.
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NewsToronto’s Next Wave festival reveals young filmmaker line-up
Special events will include a Q&A session with festival alumna Emma Seligman.
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NewsTribeca sets second edition of Lisbon festival for October
Last year’s inaugural festival opened with the local premiere of ‘Anora.’
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News‘Kramer v Kramer’ producer Stanley R Jaffe dies aged 84
Jaffe also did stints as a studio executive and had a producing partnership with Sherry Lansing.
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NewsNetflix takes Sundance prize winner ‘The Perfect Neighbor’
Source: Sundance Film Festival ‘The Perfect Neighbor’ Netflix has confirmed its acquisition of worldwide rights to Sundance prize-winning documentary The Perfect Neighbor, from director-producer Geeta Gandbhir. Gandbhir won the directing award for US documentary at Sundance, where Netflix was reported to be in talks Cinetic Media ...
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NewsUK talents in Oscar wins for ‘The Brutalist’, ‘Conclave’ and ‘Dune 2’
James Bond producers receive tribute during Oscar ceremony.