Film

Harold Greenberg Fund announces latest script development projects

Super Pulp! from Troy Nixey and Baseballisimo from Jay Baruchel and Jesse Chabot are among the selected projects in the latest funding round.

Marla Boltman appointed as CMPA general counsel

The former DHX director of legal and business affairs takes office in Toronto starting June 8.

CFC short film fest lineup features long list of talent

This year’s sked heavily features several Canadian fiction and animation titles, and shorts starring Canadian actresses Anna Paquin and Rachel Wilson.

Sim Video changes name and logo to Sim Digital

Rob Sim: “The word ‘video’ seemed a little out of place with cameras like the Arri Alexa, Sony CineAlta and RED cameras winning over the industry.”

Lara Thompson upped to EVP, filmed entertainment at eOne

The former worldwide acquisitions senior VP will take on her new role effective immediately.

Sons of Anarchy star Kim Coates fears the Saskatchewan industry is doomed

The actor, who comes from Saskatoon, told Playback he’s trying to stay positive as the local industry aims to end an impasse with Premier Brad Wall over their film tax credit.

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Hot Sheet: Top 5 Canadian films – May 4 to May 10, 2012

Derapages is the #1 Canadian film for the second week in a row.

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Hot Sheet: Top 10 films – May 4 to May 10, 2012

Marvel’s superhero flick The Avengers topped the box office for the week of May 4 to May 10, 2012, and smashed box office records in its opening weekend.

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Hot Sheet: Top 20 DVDs – Apr. 23 to Apr. 29, 2012

Contraband is the top-selling DVD for the week of Apr. 23 to Apr. 29, 2012.

Reynolds Mastin named top negotiator at Canadian Media Production Association

The promotion from counsel to chief negotiator follows John Barrack’s departure from the producers’ association earlier this month.

TIFF adds new program to 2012 festival

The Canada First! sidebar will not return, and the new TIFF Cinematheque program will feature selections from past Canadian and international titles.

Marc Seguin joins First Weekend Club board

The CMPA VP of policy joins Paul Gratton, who remains as chair of the board for another term, and recently appointed board members Emily Alden and Ingrid Veninger.