All UK/Ireland articles – Page 3
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NewsCentral City Media to release Tracy Choi’s ‘Girlfriends’ across UK-Ireland
EXCLUSIVE: The film stars Fish Liew, Jennifer Yu, and Eliz Lao.
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NewsUK film production spend dips 11% year-on-year in first quarter of 2026
However, local film production spend is up 69%
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NewsProduction underway on Warner Bros’ ‘The Batman Part II’ in UK
Filming locations include London and Liverpool.
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FeaturesWhy ‘don’t fear drama’ is the mantra for independent film financier Desmar
The Los Angeles, Singapore and London-based company is committed to championing auteur-driven projects in the sub-$10m bracket
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NewsBuyers and sellers give their verdict on Cannes 2026
General view was that the range and quality of market packages marked an improvement on 2025.
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NewsUK cinema sector fair pay concerns raised by ICO survey
The ICO survey has also revealed a big increase in volunteer roles in the sector in the past four years.
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News‘The Mandalorian And Grogu’ tops UK-Ireland box office with second-lowest Star Wars opening
Box office takings took a hit over the Bank Holiday heatwave.
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NewsHammer Films to release 4K restoration of 1958 horror ‘Dracula’ with addition of long-lost footage
EXCLUSIVE: Theatrical and home entertainment release in time for Halloween will incorporate footage only ever seen by audiences attending the film’s original Japanese theatrical launch in 1958.
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Reviews‘Maverick: The Epic Adventures Of David Lean’ review: Enthusiastic, star-studded romp through the life and work of the legendary director
Director Barnaby Thompson assembles famous fans including Denis Villeneuve, Alfonso Cuaron and Autumn Durald Arkapaw
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NewsUK-Ireland box office preview: ‘Star Wars: The Mandalorian And Grogu’ flies into 691 cinemas
Also out: romcom ’Finding Emily’ and animation ‘Charlie And The Wonderdog’.
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Reviews‘The End Of It’ review: Striking future-set study of mortality hangs on a layered performance from Rebecca Hall
Maria Martinez Bayona’s Cannes Premiere title also stars Gael Garcia Bernal, Noomi Rapace and Beanie Feldstein.
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NewsBFI to expand geographical reach of Skills Clusters Fund
EXCLUSIVE: In addition to £9m for its existing seven skills clusters, £2.9m has been set aside for new regions.
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NewsKen Loach talks Wim Wenders, European support at Cannes beach screening
Loach decries return of fascism; Cannes juror Paul Laverty praises “the wonderful people of Gaza”.
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NewsUK’s Film and TV Charity introduces “industry first” anti-racism well-being adviser
Chartered psychologist Anthony Newton will support Black and global majority professionals working behind the scenes in film, TV and cinema who are experiencing racism, racialised bullying or harassment.
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NewsFormer Channel 4 head backs idea for combined public service broadcaster streaming platform
Alex Mahon said combining distributor power is “the answer”.
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FeaturesClio Barnard on ‘I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning’: “It’s about housing and how f**ked up that is”
Clio Barnard is the only high-profile UK filmmaker selected for this year’s Cannes Film Festival, with I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning in Directors’ Fortnight.
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Reviews‘I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning’ review: Clio Barnard’s Birmingham friendship drama builds on its strong performances
The ‘Ali & Ava’ director’s Cannes Directors’ Fortnight title stars Joe Cole, Lola Petticrew and an excellent UK cast
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Features“We’re seeing a genuine shift in audience behaviour”: Leading execs discuss state of UK cinema sector
UK Cinema Association executive roundtable discusses rising box office, streamer titles, ticket pricing and slate consistency.
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News“There’s been a huge gold rush”: video game IP hot property in Hollywood, say experts at Cannes UK Pavilion
Producers from the UK and New Zealand discussed finding the right IP for cross-media adaptations.
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News‘Nirvanna: The Band, The Show, The Movie’ acquired for UK-Ireland distribution
EXCLUSIVE: Film will release in cinemas on July 3.