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After the Schitt’s-storm: Andrew Cividino talks Emmy wins, future projects
VIDEO: Six weeks removed from Schitt’s Creek‘s triumphant Emmys sweep, Cividino discusses the aftermath of that history-making night, new doors opening and his upcoming slate of features and series.
Orphan Black alums team for Showtime-commissioned biohacking doc
Executive produced by Graeme Manson and Mackenzie Donaldson, the project premieres today on Showtime in the U.S. and Crave in Canada.
David Miller named exec director at Sonoma International Film Festival
In addition to the new role, Miller will continue to produce and executive produce films, as well as retaining minority ownership in the assets of A71 Entertainment.
In brief: Former Juice Worldwide CEO Andrew Buck lands EVP role at Premiere Digital
Plus, WIFT-T announces the winners of the 2020 Showcase Awards and Nish Media gets to work on feature L’Inhumain.
COVID insurance fund set to open Friday
Updated: Telefilm also fleshed out details of the $50-million Short-Term Compensation Fund, while the CMPA has made the case that projects already in production should be eligible to apply to the fund.
Kim Coates to produce, star in psychological thriller Neon Lights
The indie feature starts filming later this week in Hamilton, ON, with distributor LevelFILM slating the project for release in the spring.
CMPA Prime Time going virtual for 2021 edition
Renamed as Prime Time Online for the upcoming iteration, the virtual event will span two weeks and kicks off Jan. 28.
Love Island set for French-Canadian remake through Quebecor Content
Productions Deferlantes is producing the format adaptation, which will shoot in the Canary Islands.
How Karma’s World landed a Netflix deal
VIDEO: 9 Story Media principal Vince Commisso on how the long-gestating show, created by Chris “Ludacris” Bridges, landed a deal with the streaming giant, and how 9 Story’s various international hubs are collaborating to bring the series to life.
Animation workers at Titmouse Vancouver unionize
The move represents the first time an animation studio in Canada has unionized, according to IATSE, and follows a groundswell across the industry in B.C.
Carbon footprint top of mind for producers as Sustainable Production Forum gets underway
Among the companies doubling down on reducing their carbon footprint is Vancouver-based Sim, which has unveiled new additions to its fleet of Urban Power Source (UPS) units.
Quibi closure brings Canadian deals, partnerships to an end
The short-form streamer, which had a number Canadian-produced shows in the works, in addition to a content and marketing deal with Bell, is winding down its operations and looking to sell its assets.
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