The significance of cultural artifacts in shaping our identity is a topic that has intrigued many filmmakers and scholars, including French-Senegalese filmmaker Mati Diop. In her latest feature, Dahomey, Diop delves into the history of the former West African kingdom of Dahomey, examining how its artifacts have been used to define cultural identity and memory.
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The Australian television market is experiencing a shift with the potential acquisition of WTFN, a prominent player in the industry. This move signifies a significant development in the country’s television production landscape, as explored below. WTFN, a well-established independent production company in Australia, has decided to put itself up for sale. With ABP Advisory overseeing
Paramount’s Bob Marley: One Love has seen tremendous success in offshore markets, with audiences coming together to celebrate the life of the legendary reggae icon. The film, directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green, grossed an impressive $4.9M across 10 markets on its opening day, setting records and making waves in the international box office. With a
Channel 4 is currently undergoing significant changes as it looks to cut up to 250 jobs as part of a cost savings plan. Among those expected to leave are Couple Next Door commissioner Caroline Hollick and Married at First Sight’s Karl Warner. The departure of both individuals has not been finalized, but discussions are ongoing
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences recently hosted its annual Oscar Nominees Luncheon at the prestigious Beverly Hilton. The event brought together a majority of this year’s esteemed nominees for a day of mingling, dining, and celebration. It marked the final opportunity for the nominees to relax and enjoy each other’s company before
Crunchyroll, the popular anime streaming platform, is set to release a groundbreaking docu-series that delves into the world of Studio Bones, a renowned Japanese animation studio. Titled Bones 25: Dreaming Forwards, the series will consist of four 24-minute episodes that shed light on the history, style, and future of the studio. Known for iconic titles
King Charles recently made his first public statement since his cancer diagnosis was made public. In his statement, he expressed his gratitude for the outpouring of support he has received during this challenging time. He acknowledged the kindness of those who have sent messages of encouragement, emphasizing how important such gestures are for those battling
British TV presenter Gregg Wallace found himself in the midst of a media storm after participating in a feature for The Telegraph’s ‘My Saturday’ slot. Known for his role as the presenter of Masterchef and various other food-related shows, Wallace shared details of his weekend routine which ignited a flurry of criticism and backlash from
Toby Kebbell, known for his roles in Servant, joins Shia LaBeouf from Fury and James Cosmo from Game of Thrones in the upcoming boxing-world crime-drama Salvable. This talented trio is set to bring their A-game to the screen, promising a captivating and intense performance that viewers won’t soon forget. Former Boxing World Champion Carl Froch,
The organizers of MIPTV are currently engaged in discussions about the possibility of launching a new event, MIP London, in 2025. If this new event comes to fruition, it would mark the end of MIPTV in Cannes after the 2024 edition. MIPTV and Mipcom, its larger counterpart, are currently run in Cannes by RX France.