formerly Mad Cornish Projectionist.
The event, running October 21-24, comes at a challenging time for many of the global TV industry executives who are gathering in Cannes. Source: Can Mipcom lift the spirits of a struggling TV industry? | Features | Screen
Will Smith is set to give a talk on the opening day of the sophomore edition of the Saudi Film Confex, taking place in Saudi Arabia’s capital of Riyadh between Oct. 9-12. The event, which will welcome the Oscar-winning actor … Continued
“We are a meeting point,” says Saioa Riba, San Sebastian’s head of industry. Source: San Sebastian’s lively industry programme brings together the Spanish and LatAm industries with Europe and the US | Features | Screen
The resignation of Italy’s culture minister Gennaro Sangiuliano, after he admitted to having an extramarital affair with a ministry consultant, is prompting hope across the Italian industry that his departure could help remove legislative impediments that many claim are causing … Continued
Lucia Borgonzoni outlines key changes including reforms around use of AI. Source: Italian minister outlines why attracting international projects is a top priority under revised tax credit (exclusive) | News | Screen
Bill Kramer, Jane Millichip and Harvey Mason Jr. discussed “The Future of Awards Bodies,” mixing “carrot and stick” and “disruptive” artificial intelligence at TIFF’s industry conference section. Source: Film Academy, BAFTA, Grammys Heads on AI, Diversity, Awards Shows