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Nick Vivarelli International Correspondent Qatar-based powerhouse BeIN Media Group, a co-owner of U.S. indie studio Miramax, has taken distribution rights across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region to live-action pre-school series “Saïd & Anna,” which has been nominated for this year’s Banff World Media Festival‘s Rockie Awards.

Elsa Keslassy International Correspondent Germany’s Beetz Brothers and South Africa’s Storyscope have partnered to co-produce “Free at Last,” a premium documentary series re-telling of the history of Apartheid. The series will unveil the true stories behind the oppressive and racist regime that ruled South Africa for decades, weaving together exclusive accounts from both victims and perpetrators, unseen footage and previously unpublished documents.

Callum McLennan U.K. distribution powerhouse DCD Rights is announcing strong pre-sales for its musical legend laden slate at MipTV. The remastered release of “David Bowie: Ziggy Stardust & The Spiders from Mars” in stunning 4K leads the pack with a pre-sale to NHK Japan already in place.

go-to going out look—and we're not mad about it.On April 6, the 61-year-old actor literally sparkled at 40th anniversary party in Milan, Italy. Moore arrived at the fashion event dressed in a shimmering mesh maxi dress over a black balconette bra and high-waisted panties—expertly combining the and exposed bra trend in one show-stopping look.Instead of going over the top with her glam, Moore opted to let her dress do the talking with a minimal makeup, bar some rosy blush and touch of pink on her lips.

Annika Pham On the heels of its successful world launch at IDFA, the critically-acclaimed anti-colonial pic “Our Land, Our Freedom,” sold by First Hand Films, has landed a deal with BBC Africa Eye. “Our Land, Our Freedom,” a Kenyan/U.S./Portuguese co-production, and the upcoming India-set “Kalari,” to be pitched in Visions du Réel docu festival’s Swiss Preview showcase, epitomize what First Hand Films stands for.

For more than a decade, Natasha Raskin Sharp has captivated audiences with her expertise and charisma on Bargain Hunt, where she first graced screens in 2014. Since her debut on the hit BBC show, the 37 year old has become a familiar face on various television programs, showcasing her knowledge and passion for antiques. Her talents have extended beyond Bargain Hunt, with notable appearances on other shows like Antiques Road Trip, Flog It, and even the US series Baggage Battles.

in Paris, Zendaya is back in France for the premiere of , her new film by Luca Guadagnino, costarring Josh O'Connor and Mike Faist. For her promotional marathon on Saturday April 6, the and her stylist, , opted for three cutting-edge, elegant outfits by .For the Saturday morning photo call, Zendaya wowed in a coat printed with the house's iconic checkerboard pattern—specifically, an apple green version from the spring/summer 2013 collection.

Jack Dunn David Barrington Holt, longtime manager of the Jim Henson Company’s Creature Shop in L.A., died March 13 of complications from cancer, his son, Chris Holt, announced. He was 78. After receiving a BA in industry design with honors from London’s University of the Arts in 1963, Holt began his illustrious 30-year career as a creator, quickly building his reputation as a skilled photographer, designer, engineer and model maker.

Carolyn Giardina As negotiations proceed for a new Basic Agreement between IATSE and AMPTP, Motion Picture Editors Guild (IATSE Local 700), the second largest of the 13 Locals that work under the contact, has reached a tentative agreement on its craft-specific proposals, the Guild announced to members in an email on Friday night. That means eight, including the three largest locals — the Editors Guild, International Cinematographers Guild (Local 600) and Art Directors Guild (Local 800) — have all reached tentative deals with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers. The Editors Guild was initially expected to spend three days bargaining on its issues, but negotiators on both sides decided they needed more time to reach an agreement.

Nicholas Galitzine had a tough time filming Mary & George.

Ben Croll James Cameron delivered a masterclass in Paris on Thursday night following a sold-out screening of his 1984 breakout “The Terminator.” With the title so fresh in his mind, the filmmaker spent much of the session sharing stories from the project’s improbable making of. For one thing, what the production lacked in financial resources it made up for in pre-production time — eight months, to be exact, as the team waited for Arnold Schwarzenegger’s schedule to clear.

Cata Balzano Every year, the Miami Film Festival transforms the Florida city into a hub of cultural exchange and discovery, welcoming filmmakers, industry professionals and enthusiastic audiences for a celebration of independent films that entertain as well as inspire conversation. As Miami-Dade College gears up for its 41st edition of the festival, cinema aficionados can expect an array of films, discussions, Q&A sessions, special events, and awards ceremonies fromApril 5-14.

After melting her own fans' hearts it was Rochelle Humes' heart that was melting as she saw a sweet family update while on her luxury holiday. The This Morning star is currently soaking up the sun - and fun - in the Maldives with her husband Marvin and their three children.

hitting New York’s art scene. Vice President Kamala Harris’ stepdaughter opened her textile exhibition at a cannabis store on the Lower East Side Thursday — where she peddled knit portraits for several thousand dollars.Ella Emhoff — whose father is second gentleman Doug Emhoff — debuted her knit pieces, which she said marks her transition out of the fashion world and into her new phase of life as an artist.“This new art form kind of was birthed out of my knitwear, where I started kind of playing around with this duplicate stitch technique,” Emhoff, 24, told The Post during her reception at Gotham NYC, billed as a “woman-owned legal cannabis concept store on the Bowery.”“But I found that no one really wanted to wear all of this stuff, because it’s kind of crazy and loud, but they liked looking at it.

EXCLUSIVE: Okwui Okpokwasili has been set to star in Jaume Collet-Serra’s The Woman in the Yard from Blumhouse for Universal.

Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety senior awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences for any individual contender. As other formal (and informal) polls suggest, competitions are fluid and subject to change based on buzz and events.

EXCLUSIVE: Juno Films will release Glenn Holsten’s documentary Jamie Wyeth and The Unflinching Eye at the Quad Cinema on April 26 followed by additional cities, including the Bay Area and Los Angeles. Mr. Wyeth will host a Q&A the evening of April 27th, along with the director, the acclaimed writer Lea Carpenter. The film will be released on digital platforms in August.

EXCLUSIVE: Six and a half years after The Mindy Project ended its Hulu run, Mindy Kaling is back at the streamer with a new single-camera comedy, Murray Hill. The project, from Warner Bros. TV, where Kaling is under an overall deal, was taken out at the beginning of the year. In a tough marketplace, the project garnered interest from multiple buyers, landing at Hulu in a competitive situation with a script-to-series commitment.

Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety senior awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences for any individual contender.

Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety senior awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences for any individual contender.

Jaden Thompson Comedian Nicole Byer and singer-songwriter Rufus Wainwright are some of the artists featured on the 2024-2025 programming lineup for the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts. Rufus Wainwright will be at The Wallis for three nights reimagining his project “Rufus-Retro-Wainwright-Spective,” performing a unique program every night. Additionally, the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra will perform works by Schumann and Schubert while the LA Opera will feature the voices of renowned vocalists Benjamin Bernheim, Ryan Speedo Green and Joshua Guerrero.

Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety senior awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences for any individual contender. As other formal (and informal) polls suggest, competitions are fluid and subject to change based on buzz and events.

“To those who in all times have sought truth and who have told it in their art or in their living, who died in honor …To those in all times who have sought truth and who failed to tell it in their art or in their lives, and who now are dead.” - James Agee, “Dedication”

A Manchester arts venue has announced that an event showcasing work by Palestinian artists will now go ahead, following protests over its cancellation last week. HOME has apologised for the 'distress' and 'upset' caused by its initial decision to cancel the event.

Rochelle Humes left her fans' hearts melting as she shared her latest update from her lavish break. The This Morning star is currently soaking up the sun - and fun - in the Maldives with her husband Marvin and their three children.

After a Manchester venue cancelled a Palestinian event last week, the fallout has spilled into the gallery’s other exhibitions.

Marvin Humes has told fans 'finally' as Rochelle shared her praise alongside fans as he revealed his 'impressive' new skill. The JLS star is currently enjoying a sun-soaked break in the Maldives with his This Morning star wife and their three young children.

Travis Kelce is sharing the possibility of him going to the 2024 Coachella Music and Arts Festival this year!

Nick Vivarelli International Correspondent Italy’s Cinecittà Studios, which have been undergoing a radical overhaul since 2021, recently released their fiscal 2023 results, which saw the Rome-based facilities turn a profit for the second year in a row after bleeding red ink for years. The iconic studios are being managed by Nicola Maccanico, a former Warner Bros.

Rochelle Humes told her fans and followers 'it's here' as husband Marvin was quick to show his support. The This Morning presenter is currently taking a break from work as she soaks up the sun with her family.

Movistar Plus+ original film and the awaited next feature from Spain’s Iciar Bollaín (“Take My Eyes,” “Maixabel”), has closed its earliest pre-sales, struck by Film Factory Entertainment, including a bellwether deal in France. The deals come as “I’m Nevenka” has wrapped production, shooting in the Basque city of Bilbao before transferring to rural Zamora, western Spain.

Marco Mueller, who over the past decades has headed both the Venice and Rome fests – among several other events – is back in Italy where he is expected to be appointed artistic director of Sicily’s storied but troubled Taormina Film Festival. According to several sources Mueller, who in more recent years relocated to China, is expected to sign a contract on Thursday to become Taormina fest chief. The event is run by the Fondazione Taormina Arte Sicilia foundation currently being managed by Sergio Bonomo.

Fashion fans are snapping up a FatFace dress that would be perfect for wearing on holiday or to any spring and summer weddings this year. The Rio Art Floral Midi Dress comes in at £79 and is worth the investment and then some.

J. Kim Murphy Awards courting, auctioning among distributors and corporate-sponsored parties can really take the “film” out of “film festival,” with moviegoing sometimes becoming an afterthought to more market-oriented activities at the industry’s legacy gatherings.

EXCLUSIVE: BAVC Media has named the latest group of nonfiction filmmakers to take part in its prestigious documentary film fellowship program. The octet announced today will receive $10,000 each in “unrestricted funding, mentorship, industry access, feedback sessions, and workshops during an immersive 9-month experience.”

Marvin Humes has shared an honest message with fans as he and his wife Rochelle jetted off to paradise for a family break. The couple have ditched the UK for the Maldives, which is a special location for the couple and one they've visited regularly after getting engaged there in 2011.