All UK/Ireland articles – Page 45
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NewsNoel Clarke libel trial concludes in London with closing statements from both sides
Clarke’s lawyer says he is a “scapegoat” while Guardian lawyer describes Clarke’s claims as “nonsensical”.
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NewsAkinola Davies Jr’s Un Certain Regard title ‘My Father’s Shadow’ scores key French deal
Nigeria-set tale is sold by The Match Factory.
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NewsIreland 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.
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NewsNetflix, BFI, ScreenSkills react to sweeping recommendations from UK MPs
British Film Commission, Banijay and Bectu have also spoken out.
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NewsMubi takes multiple territories on Joachim Trier’s Cannes-bound ‘Sentimental Value’
It will premiere in Competition at the 78th Cannes Film Festival.
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NewsThe UK’s film and high-end TV inquiry urges 5% levy on streamers
Other proposals include targeted tax reliefs across development and distribution.
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NewsFremantle launches AI-focused label Imaginae Studios
Label is specifically focused on harnessing artificial intelligence.
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NewsDaisy-May Hudson’s ‘Lollipop’ lands UK-Ireland release (exclusive)
The film will be released in cinemas on June 13.
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NewsUK cinemas respond to ‘A Minecraft Movie’ viral trend causing disruption at screenings
Some customers were seen making excessive noise and throwing their food and drink in the air.
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NewsUniversal’s first European theme park confirmed for UK
The park will provide a “£50bn boost for the economy” according to the government.
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News“We need a 52-week release calendar,” says FDA chief Andy Leyshon
UK and Irish annual admissions improved by 2.3% to 138 million while box office was up by 0.2% in 2024.
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News‘Adolescence’ director’s production company sells minority stake to Avalon
Philip Barantini and Samantha Beddoe’s outfit plans to open an office in Liverpool.
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NewsWerner Herzog’s ‘Bucking Fastard’, starring Rooney and Kate Mara, filming in Ireland
The film is directed and written by Werner Herzog.
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NewsAsif Kapadia on the “dark, heavy” journey of getting dystopian doc ‘2073’ made – and seen
The Oscar-winning director discussed the struggles of making and distributing the film at a Visions du Reel masterclass
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NewsIn pictures: Picturehouse Create celebrates first edition
The inaugural industry event took place April 3-5.
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News‘A Minecraft Movie’ smashes records at UK-Ireland box office with £15m opening
It’s the biggest opening ever for a videogame adaptation and biggest opening since ‘Barbie’.
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NewsBafta confirms date for 2026 film awards
Eligibility criteria and other key dates are still yet to be revealed.
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NewsUK actor and comedian Russell Brand charged with rape and sexual assault
The charges relate to four different women.
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NewsUK-Ireland box office down 35% in March compared to last year
Slow month brings year-to-date takings back level with 2024.
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NewsGuardian editor-in-chief defends “clear public interest” in reporting Noel Clarke allegations
Katharine Viner gave evidence at London’s High Court today (April 4).