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David Shepheard on building “brand Vancouver”
The newly appointed film commissioner talks about IP creation, fostering the VFX industries and making sure the city is “playing itself.”
Pierre Karl Peladeau named president and CEO of Quebecor
The former head of the Parti Quebecois returns to the media company he lead for 14 years.
Super Channel to launch 24-hour e-sports offering
With the global competitive gaming market expected to hit $1.92 billion by 2018, Super Channel is looking to get in on the action while bringing its age demo down.
New showrunners talk TV: Aubrey Nealon
The Cardinal writer/executive producer talks about how the CTV series came together, why he transitioned to TV and what lies ahead.
Hot Sheet: Top 30 TV programs, Jan. 30 to Feb. 5, 2017
Dramas lead the way for Canadian series, with Cardinal at #16 and Mary Kills People at #27.
Mind’s Eye’s The Humanity Bureau sells internationally
The dystopian action thriller, starring Nicolas Cage, is the second film in a six-picture deal with VMI Worldwide and Bridgegate Pictures.
The Cat in the Hat Knows A Lot About That! gets third season
The Portfolio Entertainment-produced series airs on Treehouse in Canada and PBS in the U.S.
Notable launches lifestyle-focused digital network
Claire Adams and Carli Posner have joined the company as co-CEOs and partners, helping to fund its expansion.
Bron Studios boards Fonzo
The B.C.-based company has signed on to coproduce the Tom Hardy-starring gangster feature.
Hot Sheet: Top 5 Canadian films Feb. 3 to 9, 2017
Nelly takes the top spot, with Votez Bougon at #2 and Those Who Make Revolution Halfway Only Dig Their Own Graves at #3.
CTV greenlights Ilana Frank, eOne detective series
The hour-long, female-led drama is currently in pre-production, with cameras set to roll in Toronto this spring.
CanadaScreens launches French-Canadian Film Channel
The VOD platform aims to introduce English-Canadian audiences to works by Villeneuve, Dolan and more.
Hot Sheet: Top 10 films Feb. 3 to 9, 2017
Split is at #1, followed by A Dog’s Purpose at #2 and Rings at #3.
Photo Gallery: Prime Time in Ottawa
Miss the conference? Check out photos from the parties, keynotes and panels. It’ll practically be like you were there.
Mongrel sends Maudie to Europe, Asia, Middle East
The Canada/Ireland coproduction was picked up by distributors including Germany’s NFP and Japan’s Shochiku.
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