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Prime Time 2014: Distributing movies in a digital age

On the final day of Prime Time, the morning’s discussion turned to how to best expose Canadians to film as more consumers watch movies online.

February 24, 2014 Julianna Cummins

Super Channel invests $500K in 22 movies, docs & TV series

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The Canadian projects received early-stage financing from the Super Channel Development Fund, with the next deadline set for Feb. 28. (Director Kim Nguyen pictured.)

February 24, 2014 Etan Vlessing

Sandra Cunningham receives Doug Dales Award

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The tribute follows a long partnership between the veteran film producer and the late founder of PS Production Services. (Sandra Cunningham and Rob Sim pictured)

February 24, 2014 Etan Vlessing

Amanda Brugel, Rick Roberts win at ACTRA Awards

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The actors union handed out hardware at The Carlu in Toronto, including R. H. Thomson earning the 2014 Award of Excellence. (Rick Roberts pictured)

February 24, 2014 Etan Vlessing

Canada, India sign coproduction treaty

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Both countries will now see respective filmmakers tap subsidies and tax credits on offer to coproduction partners.

February 24, 2014 Etan Vlessing

Behind the shots: Mr. X and Pompeii

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From our print issue: Toronto-based VFX shop Mr. X brings ancient Italy to life for the 3D action film, which opened this weekend. (Updated with worldwide box office results.)

February 21, 2014 Mark Dillon

IMAX sees Q4 earnings rise

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“IMAX fired on all cylinders in the fourth quarter, with an exceptional number of installations and signings, as well as the highest-grossing box office in the company’s history,” CEO Richard Gelfond said.

February 20, 2014 Etan Vlessing