formerly Mad Cornish Projectionist.
“It’s all about enthusiasm, stubbornness and determination,” he says. Source: Ahead of his final edition, Roger Gibson reflects on building Chichester Film Festival into a regional UK powerhouse | News | Screen
As US studio and streamer inward investment shoots shut down, the UK indie sector tries to grapple with what comes next. Source: “It’s been chaotic”: How the UK independent film sector is navigating the SAG-AFTRA strike | Features | Screen
Following the release of Barbie in cinemas on July 21st, the film’s accompanying soundtrack has broken a UK singles chart record. The star-studded soundtrack features contributions from Billie Eilish, Lizzo, Charli XCX, Nicki Minaj, Pink Pantheress, Dua Lipa, Fifty Fifty, … Continued
Two simultaneous rallies will be held in London and Manchester on July 21. Source: Equity to Hold Rallies in UK in Solidarity with SAG-AFTRA Strike – The Hollywood Reporter
Kumar to remain at the training body until the end of 2023. Source: —-https://www.screendaily.com/news/uks-screenskills-ceo-seetha-kumar-to-step-down/5183830.article
The UK’s Elstree Studios, located in Buckinghamshire, is in urgent need of between £150m and £200m to secure the future of the film complex, after a report found roofs of some older stages were “dangerous” and evidence of asbestos. … Continued