Shania Twain, Reel World team on Heart of Texas adaptation
The singer-songwriter is set to serve as an exec producer on the TV series alongside Reel World Management’s Roma Roth and Christopher E. Perry (Virgin River).
Hot Sheet: Digital Demand for July 21 to 27, 2020
The Mandalorian leads the list, while Toronto-shot The Umbrella Academy comes in at #5 and Warrior Nun makes the top 10.
In brief: Sinking Ship adds distribution manager
The Future of Film Showcase moves online with CBC Gem, while the Canadian International Faith and Family Film Festival recognizes Shirley Douglas, plus more.
Michelle Latimer’s Inconvenient Indian, Trickster selected for TIFF 2020
The festival unveiled its 50 feature picks, with films from Tracey Deer, Aisling Chin-Yee, Chase Joynt and two projects from Michelle Latimer in the mix.
Canada’s Drag Race revs up international sales
The adaptation of RuPaul’s Drag Race has been picked up by broadcasters in the U.S., Australia, Israel and the U.K.
OutACTRAto releases Working with Queer Performers guideline doc
The best-practices document aims to break down barriers and initiate a shift in how screenwriters, agents, casting directors, directors and producers treat queer performers.
Bill amendment paves way for large number of prodcos to claim CEWS
The amendment to Bill C-20, which rectifies a minor administrative issue that caused major problems, comes after months of behind-the-scenes advocacy work from the CMPA.
Inside Out goes virtual for October festival
The LGBTQ film festival will combine its Toronto and Ottawa festivals for an Ontario-wide digital event, with programming that includes features and shorts.
Vuulr plates up over 500 hours of Gusto content
The online marketplace has inked a deal with the media company, adding titles such as DNA Dinners, Watts on the Grill and more.
Hot Sheet: Top 30 TV programs, July 13 to 19, 2020
America’s Got Talent makes the top three, while World of Dance comes in at #5 and Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. lands at #6.
One in four OTT subscribers opt in for additional services
The MTM study Time To Watch?: Anglophones, OTTs and COVID-19 also found that 20% of English households subscribe to Disney+, while 8% are subscribed to Apple TV+.
Jesse Wente named chairperson of Canada Council for the Arts
Indigenous Screen Office executive director Wente has been appointed on a five-year term, replacing outgoing chairperson Pierre Lassonde.
Pieces of a Woman to world premiere in Venice
The drama, produced by BRON Studios division Little Lamb Productions, will compete in the festival’s main competition, while a Canadian copro joins the Horizons lineup.
Exclusive: A71 Releasing adds Rob Harrison as EVP
In addition to the newly created role, the independent distribution and production company has promoted Laura Dinato and Kylie Bechberger.
Hot Sheet: Top 10 films for July 17 to 23, 2020
Target Number One leads the list, followed by Bloodshot at #2, while Menteur claims the #9 spot.
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