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Film
Banff’s Netflix debate: video highlights
In a series of short videos from the Banff World Media Festival, Playback talks to industry leaders on their areas of expertise.
Magical Elves’ Dan Cutforth on the new reality
In a series of short videos from the Banff World Media Festival, Playback talks to industry leaders on their areas of expertise.
Quebec biopic earns Telefilm’s Guichet d’Or
Telefilm Canada’s $40,000 prize for the top-grossing French language Canadian film of 2010 goes to Sylvain Archambault’s Piche: entre ciel et terre.
Sean Farnel departs as Hot Docs’ top programmer
The veteran Canadian film programmer leaves a goodbye message on his website, saying he’s “embracing the notion of having some room to roam.”
Don Cherry sequel entering production
The cameras start rolling in Winnipeg for Keep Your Head Up Kid: The Sequel.
Cosmopolis lands Telefilm funds
The David Cronenberg-directed film, starring Robert Pattinson, is currently shooting in Toronto.
Revived Hollywood North celebrates at William F. White Centre
The ribbon will be cut June 23 at the new facility in west Toronto as the industry toasts its post-recession rebound.
Europe’s doc zone
A panel of German and French programmers and producers discuss opportunities in the European factual space at the Banff World Media Festival.
Banff: Non-Fiction Rockies awarded to BBC, CBC, MTV
The Banff World Media Festival handed out its Non-Fiction Rockies last night, with winners including the CBC’s Remote Control War from Zoot Pictures (pictured).
Industry debates Netflix Canada, other OTT services
The Netflix Canada debate continued to dominate the Banff World Media Festival, with industry players warning against so-called over-the-top digital platforms.
Angel Entertainment acquires post house, launches $25,000 doc prize
Saskatoon’s Angel Entertainment launches the Bamboo Shoots Documentary Prize for Canuck filmmakers as they prepare to delve into the nonfiction market.
Hiccups wins big at Leos
Comedy series Hiccups took home five trophies at the B.C. industry awards ceremony on Saturday night.
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