People/Companies

Lionsgate names new co-chairman, post-Carl Icahn battle

The Vancouver-based studio held its annual shareholder meeting in Toronto this week.

Canamedia to rep Starfield doc slate

In a deal signed at TIFF, the Canadian distrib will handle four of indie’s factual properties.

Marla Black wins WIFT-Deluxe Internship Program

The emerging producer’s win was announced at the Women in Film and Television-Toronto and CBC reception on Wednesday night.

TIFF 2011: Bitheads’ Trevor Fencott on Neuromancer

VIDEO: The gameco president and COO talks about creating a cross-platform environment for Prodigy Pictures’ Neuromancer.

The 2011 Ten to Watch

Playback’s annual list of up-and-coming talent is now online.

Canada at TIFF: Inside the Fest with Karen Bruce

TIFF’s director of Canadian Initiatives shares her tips, news and top TIFF picks.

The 2011 Ten to Watch: Anthony Leo & Andrew Rosen

The Aircraft Pictures production team are behind the Gemini-winning sci-fi comedy, Todd and the Book of Pure Evil.

The 2011 Ten to Watch: Nathan Vella

The brains behind Capybara Games talks about his approach to indie game development.

TIFF 2011: Producers Lab hatches Canada-Belgium film copro

Geoffrey Enthoven’s Winnipeg will be developed and produced as a multinational film.

Playback Hall of Fame: Swarovski Humanitarian Award

Playback honours the charitable efforts of CBC personality George Stroumboulopoulos, Canada’s first Ambassador Against Hunger for the UN World Food Programme.

TIFF 2011: Catching up with…The Odds’ Davidson and Newlands

Director Simon Davidson and producer Kirsten Newlands tell Playback about their first TIFF premiere and plans for the film’s future.

Canada at TIFF: Inside the fest with Karen Bruce

For each of the festival’s 11 days, TIFF’s director of Canadian Initiatives shares her tips, news and top TIFF picks.