Jamie Casemore

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In Brief: Beza Hailu’s in-progress feature wins in Cannes

The CW acquires season four of Global’s Family Law, David Bezmozgis to direct adaptation of his novel The Betrayers, and more.

TVA Group announces more job cuts in TV division

The latest announcement of the 30 job cuts follows two major restructurings from the company in 2023.

Peterson Polaris Corp boards Tyrone Acierto’s What’s Left of Us

Michael Peterson will produce the feature alongside Wilfredo Manalang, the founder and president of Philippines-based FUSEE.

Shwayta Sharma named for 2025 SACFF X BANFF Fellowship

Sharma will participate in the upcoming Banff World Media Festival and bring forward a slate of original comedy series.

Multiple Canadian winners at 2025 Global Production Awards

The BC Film Commission at Creative BC won for Film Commission of the Year while Cinespace Studios Toronto was named Studio of the Year.

Hot Sheet

Hot Sheet: You remains top in demand for digital originals

HBO’s The Last of Us maintained top overall TV show demand for the third straight week.

Deals: Seeds, JFE, Gravitas Ventures, Boat Rocker, VVS Films

Prestige International Pictures acquires the international rights to Kaniehtiio Horn’s Seeds, Just for Entertainment Distribution acquires Abroad season four, and more.

CMF supports six interactive, immersive projects through ISO

The six projects were selected for funding through the Indigenous Screen Office’s 2024-25 Interactive and Immersive Program.

Super Team Canada creators talk Cancon opportunities

Joel H. and Robert Cohen discuss their love letter to the country in Super Team Canada and growing opportunities for Canadian production.

In Brief: KO Distribution, Les Films Opale to distribute François·e

Plus: Crave’s comedy Double jeu returns for season two, Telefilm supports 22 film festivals across Canada, and more.

WIFT+ Toronto names Showcase Awards winners

Priscilla Galvez won the Best of Showcase and Audience Choice Award for A Fermenting Woman.

Three directors join Netflix’s Newfoundland limited series

The Jesse McKeown-created series was initially announced in February.