UK News – Page 232
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NewsVertigo sets early UK digital release for ‘The Assistant’
Harvey Weinstein-inspired drama was due for UK theatrical release in April.
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NewsThe UK’s Film & TV Charity issues mental health guidance
Charity suggests steps for staying safe amid lockdown.
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NewsJinga closes key deals on paranormal horror ‘Reborn’ (exclusive)
Supernatural thriller sold to UK, US and Germany distributors among others.
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NewsCurzon, BFI Player, MUBI reveal latest viewing data during UK lockdown
More than 5,000 people watched Curzon’s first in a new series of live-streamed Q&As.
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NewsUrgent call for UK creative businesses and freelancers to respond to Covid-19 survey
The Creative Industries Federation (CIF) is looking to work out where the gaps are in government support the pandemic-struck industry.
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NewsModern Films launches initiative to support UK indie cinemas
Distributor invites audiences to contribute to the independent cinema of their choice.
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NewsEquity pledges £1m for member support, issues call for further contributions
Actor Mark Rylance has led the drive for funds.
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NewsUK government unveils plan to support self-employed
“We now must ensure that this package is comprehensive and interim relief is immediately accessible.”
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NewsRaindance sets 2020 festival dates, will take place “no ifs, no buts”
The festival has moved from its previous September slot.
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NewsHow smaller UK streaming platforms are stepping up in the time of coronavirus
Curzon Home Cinema, BFI Player, MUBI and more are moving fast to respond to cancelled theatrical releases and cinema closures.
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NewsUK’s Cineworld backtracks on staff layoffs after government action
Exhibitor to benefit from the government’s furlough scheme.
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NewsLionsgate to break theatrical window with ‘Military Wives’ digital release
Feelgood drama set for premium VOD release on March 27.
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News‘Frozen 2’ scores second biggest ever digital debut in UK
Animated sequel recorded nearly 220,000 digital downloads in its first week.
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NewsBafta considers moving awards screenings online and help with fees for freelancers
“We are aware that membership fees will be a concern for some members at this time.”
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NewsSundance London, Hong Kong festivals postponed amid coronavirus pandemic
Sundance Institute to “reimagine” 58 live programmes planned through August.
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NewsCurzon, BFI Player, MUBI reveal viewing data after UK and European cinemas shut down
‘The Truth’ was the most-viewed title on Curzon Home Cinema from March 20-22.
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NewsBFI, Film and TV Charity create Covid-19 emergency relief fund; Netflix donates £1m
Covid-19 Film and TV Emergency Relief Fund will provide short-term relief to active workers and freelancers in the UK film industry.
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NewsOpposition party, actors union pressure UK government to act on freelancers
Equity today demanded an income guarantee for creative workers over the coming months.
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NewsFilm4 acquires ‘Dogs Don’t Wear Pants’ TV rights (exclusive)
Finnish sex drama was set for UK theatrical release before cinema closures.
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NewsNoah Media Group acquires indigenous sports star documentary ‘The Australian Dream’
It is the company’s first third-party sales project.