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UK producers consider what Ollie Madden’s move to Netflix could mean for the local film sector
Reactions ranged from enthusiasm to caution.
Netflix, Pablo Larraín reunite on horror miniseries ‘My Sad Dead’
Production to begin in late June in Argentina and Chile.
Netflix showcases Lady Gaga, ‘Knives Out 3’, ‘Frankenstein’ at Tudum 2025
Wednesday Season 2 cameo Lady Gaga performs in Los Angeles.
Mubi hires Gabriele D’Andrea to lead expansion into theatrical distribution in Italy
EXCLUSIVE: D’Andrea joins Mubi after 13 years at Lucky Red where he led theatrical strategy and distribution.
Netflix acquires US rights to Richard Linklater’s ‘Nouvelle Vague’
Film debuted in Competition at Cannes this month.
Fernando 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.
Warner 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.
Almodóvar, Bardem and Cruz sign letter of support for departing Movistar Plus+ exec Domingo Corral
Corral’s departure shortly before Cannes has baffled the Spanish industry.
Palestinian film streaming platform Watermelon+ to launch worldwide
EXCLUSIVE: Service will launch with titles including ‘From Ground Zero’, ‘Five Broken Cameras’.
Netflix film viewing in Asia-Pacific up nearly 20% in 2024
The figure was revealed at a showcase event in Tokyo
Netflix bullish amid economic volatility, reports strong Q1 without subs updates
Co-founder, former CEO Reed Hastings segueing from executive chairman to chairman of the board.
Australia puts streamer content quotas back on the agenda
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has said he backs introducing content quotas.
Canal+ names Anna Marsh chief content officer
StudioCanal chief’s new remit reflects broader global plans for French giant.
Apple acquires Sundance Festival Favorite ‘Come See Me In The Good Light’
Documentary will debut on platform in autumn.
South Korean content overtakes UK in global Netflix viewership
The figures are led by ‘Squid Game’ season two.
Ireland puts streamer levy plans on hold
The minister for arts, media, communications, culture and sport has intervened to block a levy proposed by media regulator Coimisiún na Meán.
Netflix, BFI, ScreenSkills react to sweeping recommendations from UK MPs
British Film Commission, Banijay and Bectu have also spoken out.
The UK’s film and high-end TV inquiry urges 5% levy on streamers
Other proposals include targeted tax reliefs across development and distribution.
France’s CNC urges European solidarity against US ‘threats’
French TV and film body expects ‘much more aggressive’ US approach against European streaming regulation
Apple TV+ reportedly losing more than $1bn a year
The Information says that tech giant has been spending more than $5bn a year on content, but has started to cut this back.
