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Regan Reid
Sienna Films flexes its creative muscles
With two shows travelling the world, more projects in the wings, and Kew Media’s recent endorsement, Playback’s Prodco of the Year is gearing up for an even bigger 2018.
What made TIFF’s top-10 Canadian movies of 2017?
Adventures in Public School will open the 10-day festival, which will also showcase the debut features of Sadaf Foroughi and Wayne Wapeemukwa, among others.
CBC launches ad-free paid TV app
The OTT offering allows for live streaming of the pubcaster’s 14 regional channels, as well as on-demand viewing of its shows and exclusive digital content.
WFF ’17: Women’s voices rise to the top
Confronting sexual assault in the industry and achieving gender parity were two of the major topics tackled at the annual Women on Top breakfast.
Awards roundup: Borsos tie at Whistler
Plus: Jennifer Podemski wins ACTRA Award of Excellence and Tulipani nabs an international audience award.
WFF ’17: Behind the scenes of Julian Papas’ behind-the-scenes doc
Filmmaker Ingrid Veninger and director Papas on inspiring the next generation of filmmakers with The Other Side of Porcupine Lake.
WFF ’17: Is there room for Canadian-made content in Hollywood North?
While B.C. is booming, panelists and attendees stressed the need for more provincial funds to support local production.
eOne tunes into podcasting with Antica
The global studio has brought the Antica Podcast Network under its banner, rebranding it Entertainment One.
Movie theatre revenues hit $1.8B in 2016: Stats Can
Box office sales increased marginally from 2014, according to the biennial report, with concession sales jumping 7.5%.
Orphan Black gets Japanese remake
The original, produced by Boat Rocker Studios’ Temple Street, ended its five-season run this summer.
Telefilm’s Carolle Brabant set to retire in March 2018
The search is on for her successor, Telefilm told attendees of its public assembly, where the funder also discussed its annual results.
Fake Tattoos, M/M to compete at Slamdance
The two Canadian films are among 18 films selected for the Park City, Utah festival’s feature competition lineup.
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