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NFB closing interactive studios, will reinvest $3.5 million
The NFB says it will partially reinvest funding to an initiative to find new methods of production and distribution.
Hot Sheet: Reacher leads digital, overall TV demand charts
Crave original Letterkenny maintained its No. 2 spot in the digital originals list.
Actor, journalist and activist Nerene Virgin dies at 77
Virgin is remembered for her trailblazing role on the TVO children’s show Today’s Special.
Telus bundles trio of platforms in Stream+ offering
The package will now offer Netflix, Disney+ and Prime Video under two new tiers, one of which includes ad-supported versions of the services.
Meryam Joobeur, Kazik Radwanski films set for Berlinale
Joobeur’s Mé el Aïn will world premiere in the Competition program, while Radwanski’s Matt and Mara will debut in the Encounters section.
Crave increases price of ad-free subscription plan
The price of the streamer’s highest subscription tier has been increased to $22 from $19.99, and is now in effect for new subscribers.
ZDF Studios, Super Channel co-order space series from Go Button
Factual title Into the Universe: The Secrets of the Cosmos Uncovered marks Go Button’s first commission from Germany’s ZDF Studios.
Incendo unmasks latest film collaboration with Tubi
The horror film Guess Who is directed by Amelia Moses and lands on Tubi in the U.S. on Jan. 19.
The eight-year journey to bring The Death Tour to the screen
The filmmakers behind the documentary discuss the creative and financial challenges ahead of the world premiere at Slamdance.
Just For Laughs Group names Richard B. Levy as interim CEO
Levy assumed the role earlier this month following the departure of president and CEO Charles Décarie.
Charades acquires In A Violent Nature ahead of Sundance bow
The horror film from director Chris Nash will debut in Sundance’s Midnight section on Jan. 22.
Sort Of says goodbye after three groundbreaking seasons
Creators Bilal Baig and Fab Filippo reflect on the award-winning CBC and Max original series’ impact, and some of its unsung heroes.
Pinewood Toronto has ‘all the pieces’ for Amazon MGM
Toronto’s infrastructure, tax credits and crews were all a draw to set up a production hub, according to Amazon MGM Studios’ Tim Clawson.
Laying the groundwork for CTV’s crime drama Sight Unseen
The creators and producers behind the series discuss how the unique concept of a visually impaired detective and a virtual guide unlocked critical financial support.
Send Kelp!, The Movie Man to world bow in Santa Barbara
The feature-length docs join a number of Canadian films selected for the Santa Barbara International Film Festival in February.
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