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Hot Sheet: Top 10 films for Aug. 6 to 12, 2021
Canadian films Le guide de la famille parfaite and Sam remain in the top 10, led by Jungle Cruise and Black Widow.
Hot Sheet: Top 5 Canadian films for Aug. 6 to 12, 2021
Ricardo Trogi’s Le guide de la famille parfaite and Yan England’s Sam continue to lead, followed by Benoit Pilon’s Le club Vinland.
Louise Archambault to helm latest Incendo rom-com
The Montreal-based filmmaker behind CSAs best-picture winner Gabrielle and Il pleuvait des oiseaux will direct Be Mine, Valentine.
CRTC denies CAB application for regulatory relief
In its decision, the Commission granted large broadcast groups until Aug. 31, 2023 to make up any CPE shortfalls incurred during the pandemic-hit 2019-20 broadcast year.
Snap federal election cuts Bill C-10 short
The future of the Broadcasting Act is now tied to the results of the Sept. 20 election.
Emmys ’21: Hitting the right note for How it Feels to Be Free
Yap Films producers discuss the Emmy campaign for the documentary film about icons such as Lena Horne, Cicely Tyson and Nina Simone, who paved the way for Black women in the U.S.
Nelvana branches into lifestyle licensing and merchandising
The kids-content powerhouse is partnering with Kin Community Canada to secure global licensing deals for a pair of creators from Kin’s network.
Hot Sheet: Digital Demand for Aug. 2 to 8, 2021
Loki narrowly maintains its lead in the digital originals list, but loses ground in overall demand, while Letterkenny and Toronto-shot series The Handmaid’s Tale and The Expanse remain.
Cineplex Q2 shows signs of pandemic recovery, losses remain
President and CEO Ellis Jacob told investors the company has “set the stage for a dramatic comeback” in the second half of 2021.
Sort Of set for U.S. debut on HBO Max
HBO Max revealed it was a co-commissioner, alongside CBC, on the comedy, while TIFF today added the Sienna Films-produced series to its Primetime lineup.
Department of Canadian Heritage appoints ‘green shift’ committee
The consulting committee will support greener practices in the arts, culture and heritage sectors, and includes screen sector execs such as Val Creighton, Marcia Douglas and Keith Woods.
CTV, Crave and Reel World Management team for Sullivan’s Crossing
Bell Media has revealed a straight-to-series order on the drama from best-selling Virgin River author Robyn Carr.
Gains in TV, representation businesses drive growth at Boat Rocker
The company has lowered its revenue forecast for the fiscal year, however, as it deals with the ongoing impact of the pandemic.
Wattpad WEBTOON Studios expand Vidio partnership with new slate of originals
The global entertainment and publishing arm for WEBTOON and Wattpad has teamed with Indonesia’s Vidio and Screenplay Films on five new series and a second installment of Turn On.
Love Nature brings FAST channel to Spain
Love Nature’s free, ad-supported streaming channel is heading to Spain with 100 hours of content available through Samsung TV Plus.
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