Ethan Hawke: ‘When We Prioritize Money at All Costs, What We Get Is Generic Art’

For offensive art to be part of our discussions, it needs to matter to us. It’s not the audience who sells; instead, it’s the community that should value it. When we put monetary gain above all else, we end up with unoriginal art that appeals to the largest number of people, and it’s labeled as the best. If you appreciate offensive art, show your support for it. Currently, creators don’t believe they can make a profit from it, so it doesn’t get produced.” (Hawke)

J.K. Rowling’s Agency Hires Former Disney Exec to Lead Harry Potter Franchise Team, Taps Universal Music Alum as CCO (EXCLUSIVE)

Simon Johnson is set to take up the position of chief commercial officer, having served for nearly four years as the Managing Director of Strategy, Growth, and E-commerce at Universal Music UK. Previously, he held senior positions at Amazon for six years, managing their Books businesses in countries like the U.K., Germany, France, Italy, and Spain. Prior to Amazon, Johnson spent eight years at HarperCollins, where he last served as Group Managing Director, U.K. and International. His new role will involve fostering growth and investigating potential new business ventures.

Indonesia’s JAFF Returns for 20th Edition, Expands Market Component

As a devoted cinema enthusiast, I was thrilled to be part of the grand opening of the market in 2024, an event that truly lived up to expectations. With a whopping 151 booths set up and over 6,700 participants – producers, distributors, investors, and streaming platforms – flocking to it, the atmosphere was electric. The main festival itself, spanning eight days, managed to captivate no less than 24,462 visitors, a testament to its magnetic allure.

‘Billionaire Island’’s Norwegian Location Frøya Voted Best European Filming Spot at the EUFCN Location Awards in Berlin

The jury, consisting of Tammy Glover from Sony Pictures Television, Caroline Greville-Morris (UK production designer), Benjamin Hendriks (Dutch supervising location manager) and EJ Richards (UK supervising location manager), recognized Frøya for its breathtaking landscapes featured in the series and for its initiatives aimed at enticing film productions.

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The jury, which included Tammy Glover from Sony Pictures Television, Caroline Greville-Morris (UK production designer), Benjamin Hendriks (Dutch supervising location manager) and EJ Richards (UK supervising location manager), celebrated Frøya for its stunning scenery displayed in the series and for its efforts to draw film productions.

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The jury, comprised of Tammy Glover from Sony Pictures Television, Caroline Greville-Morris (UK production designer), Benjamin Hendriks (Dutch supervising location manager) and EJ Richards (UK supervising location manager), applauded Frøya for the impressive vistas seen in the series and for its endeavors to attract film productions.

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The jury, made up of Tammy Glover from Sony Pictures Television, Caroline Greville-Morris (UK production designer), Benjamin Hendriks (Dutch supervising location manager) and EJ Richards (UK supervising location manager), praised Frøya for its stunning scenery highlighted in the series and for its efforts to lure film productions.

Alfredo Castro Starring ‘After Elena,’ by Shawn Garry, Boarded by Colombia’s Doc:Co (EXCLUSIVE)

Gabriela Sandoval, based in Berlin, spearheaded the creation of “After Elena”, a production under her labels Cine Matriz and Storyboard Media, collaborating with Carlos Nuñez. This film represents the much-anticipated second feature by Chilean director-producer Shawn Garry, who previously captivated audiences with his debut, critically acclaimed movie “Desierto Sur”.