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Most viewers stay at home to watch films, says Telefilm study
The new report tracks the consumption habits of Canadian audiences, including the deciding factors in watching a film at home or in a theatre.
Spindle Films Foundation selects nine for mentorship program
The six-month program provides networking and training for transgender, non-binary, two-spirit and gender-diverse Canadian filmmakers.
Deals: Filmoption, Avanti Distribution, Unobstructed View
Filmoption International picks up global sales rights to a Niagara Falls-set feature ahead of EFM, Quebec hockey series Premier trio heads overseas, plus more.
Thunderbird Entertainment names new CFO
Simon Bodymore succeeds outgoing CFO Barb Harwood, who will depart effective March 1.
B.C.-shot rom-com Float rides the Wattpad wave
A built-in global audience helped compel partners like Lionsgate to board the Sherren Lee film.
Greenwich Entertainment to stage Swan Song in the U.S.
The U.S. distributor has acquired Chelsea McMullan’s documentary feature for a theatrical release.
Cineplex reports 25.9% increase in revenue in 2023
The growth was attributed to an increase in attendance and help from box office hits such as Barbie and Oppenheimer.
In Brief: Dark Highway to world bow at Kingston festival
Plus: The B.C. government has allocated $15 million to support festivals and events, Reel Canada names the new RBC Emerging Artists, and more.
Wynonna Earp to return with 90-minute special for Tubi
Wynonna Earp – Vengeance is written by Emily Andras and produced by Calgary’s SEVEN24 Films in association with Cineflix Studios.
Finding the right formula for a procedural with CBC’s Allegiance
The producers and creatives behind the police drama discuss making a serialized procedural to tackle modern issues.
Bell Media parentco BCE to cut 4,800 jobs, sell 45 radio stations
The majority of the cuts will be outside of Bell Media, Playback understands.
Four Canadian world premieres added to SXSW lineup
The second wave of titles includes Canadian feature docs Any Other Way: The Jackie Shane Story and The Hobby.
Rob Davies joins Slap Happy Cartoons ownership team
The animation veteran steps into a partner role at the Vancouver studio as co-founder Vito Viscomi departs.
Fremantle acquires Singapore-based Beach House Pictures
The prodco was previously owned by Toronto-headquartered Blue Ant Media.
Canadian Screen Awards move to May 31
The Canadian Academy will now run its annual Screen Week from May 26 to June 1, citing venue availability, with the awards taking place at the CBC Broadcast Centre.
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