EXCLUSIVE: Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje, known for his roles in Suicide Squad, The Bourne Identity and The Mummy Returns, among others, has signed with Industry Entertainment for management.
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Ubisoft Montreal, Warner Brothers Games Montreal, Eidos Montréal and Behaviour Interactive are just some of the studios based in Québec.An anonymous source speaking to CBC revealed some of the growing concerns among non-native industry workers in Québec.“You already see it, with some people who are looking at Bill 96 and saying ‘Ok, it’s time for me to pack up and leave.’” The source then went on to say, “…some international developers learn English just to work in the sector. Having to learn French on top of that might be a bridge too far for some, when they can easily get a job in Ontario or Vancouver instead, where the gaming industry is rapidly growing.”For example, one part of the bill states that immigrants who have lived in Québec for over six months will have to access government services through French.Speaking to CBC, Québec’s Office for the Protection of the French Language responded to concerns with “All sectors must contribute to the effort to ensure the sustainability of our official and common language.”According to the article, Québec is also experiencing a shortage of video game industry workers and local Francophone graduates are being lured to California and Sweden by better job offers.
Bill 96 is likely to compound this ongoing problem.In other industry news, Unity has laid off approximately 200 workers. In a statement given to the press, the company claimed this is due to a “resource realignment.”
.EXCLUSIVE: Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje, known for his roles in Suicide Squad, The Bourne Identity and The Mummy Returns, among others, has signed with Industry Entertainment for management.
John Hopewell Chief International CorrespondentLionsgate-owned Starzplay, Starz’s premium international streaming service, and Spain’s Bambú Producciones, producer of “Cable Girls,” are wrapping production on “Nacho,” one of Starzplay highest-profile productions as it builds its burgeoning international originals portfolio.Premium U.S. Spanish-language SVOD service Pantaya – already a partner with Starzplay on Lucia Puenzo’s “Señorita 89,” Pablo Fendrik’s “El Refugio” and Sofía Auza and Silviana Aguirre’s “Yellow” – will release “Nacho” in the U.S.
The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has found a link between problem gambling and loot boxes in games, and it has called for game companies to step and “improve protections” for children in a new press release (via GamesIndustry.biz).These findings follow a call for evidence on the impact of loot boxes by the UK government back in 2020, with this release now calling for the in-game purchases to be made unavailable to children unless approved by a parent or guardian. More specifically, Xbox’s parental controls were mentioned, with the government wanting to build on protections like this, otherwise legislation will be considered.“We want to stop children going on spending sprees online without parental consent, spurred on by in-game purchases like loot-boxes,” said culture secretary Nadine Dorries.“Games companies and platforms need to do more to ensure that controls and age-restrictions are applied so that players are protected from the risk of gambling harms.
EastEnders star Shona McGarthy and Blue's Lee Ryan shared a wholesome moment as they laughed at wearing matching outfits to the TRIC Awards. Some of the biggest names in British television and radio descended on London's Grosvenor House Hotel for the annual bash on Wednesday.
Dax Shepard is showing his wife some love in his latest post. The 47-year-old actor took to Instagram to share a photo of him and his wife, Kristen Bell, looking happy as ever while on a trip to Europe, but it's the caption where Shepard made his feelings for his partner of nine years known.«I am very happy! I am sexually attracted to my partner,» the English translation of the German caption Shepard wrote read.Bell went on to repost the pic, which saw the pair rocking matching purple dye jobs.The blunt caption and comes as no surprise from Shepard, as both he and the actress have been notoriously open about their love lives.A post shared by Dax Shepard (@daxshepard)Just last month, Bell spoke about her marriage during an appearance on , where she said that the pair are «polar opposites.»Bell explained that they have worked to find compromise amid their wildly different personalities.
Enjoying each other’s company. Chris Rock and Lake Bell were spotted on multiple outings in Santa Monica, California, during the 4th of July weekend.
Chris Rock and Lake Bell were spotted out together on several occasions over the Fourth of July weekend. On Friday night, the 57-year-old comedian and the 43-year-old actress were snapped enjoying each other’s company while they dined at celeb hotspot Giorgio Baldi in Santa Monica, California.For the outing, Rock wore a white shirt with white pants and brown shoes, while Bell sported a black cropped top and black jeans. An eyewitness also tells ET that the two were seen holding hands.A few days later, the pair was spotted out together again. In a photo obtained by , Rock and Bell had a casual brunch at Coast in Santa Monica on Sunday, and both looked relaxed during the meal.This weekend’s outings come after Rock and Bell were spotted in St.
Chris Rock and Lake Bell were spotted out together on multiple outings over the Fourth of July weekend. On Saturday night, the 57-year-old comedian and the 43-year-old actress were snapped enjoying each other’s company while they dined at celeb hotspot Giorgio Baldi in Santa Monica, California. For the outing, Rock wore a white shirt with white pants and brown shoes, while Bell sported a black cropped top and black jeans. On Sunday, the pair were spotted out together again.
Bella Hadid wore a vintage Roberto Cavalli dress to celebrate the Kin x Tao Group Hospitality partnership launch at The Fleur Room, a preview event of the reservations-only cocktail lounge opening in August in West Hollywood, California.Mario celebrated the launch of Distorted People at Ganga Tattoo in West Hollywood, California, where guests sipped on Caliwater, El Cristiano tequila and Brother's Bond Bourbon.
The Hu have unveiled details of a full UK and European tour this year – check out the dates below.The band will perform at Manchester, Leeds, Nottingham, Cardiff, Birmingham, Belfast and Glasgow, as well as a huge show at London’s Roundhouse on December 9.Tickets for the shows are available here from Friday July 1 at 9am and you can see all the UK dates here:NOVEMBER 28 – Manchester, Academy 30 – Leeds, StylusDECEMBER 1 – Nottingham, Rock City2 – Cardiff, Great Hall3 – Birmingham, O2 Institute 5 – Dublin, 3Olympia6 – Belfast, Ulster Hall07 – Glasgow, SWG3 (Galvanizers)09 – London, RoundhouseBLACK THUNDER TOUR: EUROPE & UK 2022!! Tickets go on sale this Friday at 9AM. #BlackThunderTour #TheHU pic.twitter.com/mUlTlUja6m— The HU (@TheHuOfficial) June 28, 2022Back in May, The Hu shared their latest thunderous single, ‘This Is Mongol’.The track is another preview of their upcoming second studio album, which is set for release later this year via Better Noise Music.A statement said of the track: “As with all of their music, The HU connects the world to Mongolian culture and its unique core values of natural preservation and spiritual connection with the earth.
Pink Floyd have announced a physical release date for their Ukraine benefit single ‘Hey Hey Rise Up’, which marked the rock titans’ first new song in 25 years when it arrived digitally back in April.The new song will be available as both a seven-inch vinyl and CD single on July 15 in the UK, Europe and other markets, while it will be released on August 3 in Japan. In North America, Canada, Australia and Mexico, it will arrive on October 21.The B-side will feature a reworked version of ‘A Great Day For Freedom’, from Pink Floyd’s 1994 album ‘The Division Bell’, reimagined by David Gilmour based on the original tapes for the track.‘Hey Hey Rise Up’ was recorded in March of this year.
Gogglebox star Lee Riley has appeared in a rare snap with his partner Steve as he returned to their home in Cyprus. The Channel 4 star splits his time between filming the show with pal Jenny Newby in the UK and Northern Cyprus. Steve showed off his love as he posted a photo of them standing against a leafy background.
James Rado, who along with his friend and writing partner Gerome Ragni created Broadway’s seminal Age of Aquarius musical Hair, died peacefully Tuesday evening of cardio respiratory arrest in New York City, surrounded by family. He was 90.