Blake Harrison

From the opening scenes, director Shih-Ching Tsou’s inaugural solo film, “Left-Handed Girl,” presents Taipei through a distorted toy prism, foreshadowing the film’s fluid structure. As the narrative unfolds, characters and circumstances splinter and merge in a dynamic dance of shifting allegiances and generational clashes within a Taiwanese family over several eventful months. While the film … Read more

Luke Evans has been selected to star opposite Noomi Rapace in the action-packed thriller “Traction,” which focuses on a former U.S. soldier who heads a humanitarian effort in the conflict-ridden region of Chechnya. The production of this film is by Elizabeth Bay Productions and will be penned and directed by Lorraine Darrow, known for her … Read more

Global Premiere of “Young Suchard” by Dori Media Group Dori Media Group, an international production company, is unveiling its latest TV series, “Young Suchard,” at the LA Screenings, marking the beginning of its global distribution efforts. The series “Young Suchard” chronicles the ascent of Lior Suchard, recognized as the world’s foremost mentalist, to global stardom. … Read more

The Future of Entertainment: Interactive and Sports-Driven Unscripted Shows Alejandro Rincón, CEO of Endemol Shine Boomdog, one of the leading independent production companies in Latin America, foresees a surge in popularity for interactive and sports-themed unscripted television programs. The company, headquartered in Mexico City, is currently developing several interactive projects, as well as a sports-oriented … Read more

Joe Don Baker Passes Away at 89 Joe Don Baker, a distinguished character actor recognized for his roles in action movies, Westerns, and James Bond films, has passed away at the age of 89. Reports state that he died on May 7 and leaves behind a small circle of close friends. Born on February 12, … Read more

Established in 2015, Spcine started off as the film commission of São Paulo but has since evolved into a key influencer in the Brazilian film and television landscape. Apart from aiding production processes, it has initiated a citywide cinema network, a public streaming service, and in 2021, launched Brazil’s inaugural local production incentive scheme. It … Read more

Spcine, São Paulo’s cinematic and television agency, is seeing effective outcomes from its cash rebate initiative as it gears up for its third iteration later this year. Among the beneficiaries of the second rebate installment is the intense medical thriller “Suture,” produced by Boutique Filmes for Amazon Prime Video, with Fabio Montanari at the helm, … Read more

High-Profile Celebrities and Filmmakers Voice Concern Over Israel’s Actions in Gaza Joaquin Phoenix, Juliette Binoche, Pedro Pascal, Riz Ahmed, and director Guillermo del Toro are among the prominent figures who have voiced their dismay at the film industry’s quiet response to the severe consequences of Israel’s military actions in Gaza. They expressed their concerns through … Read more

D-Day Pictures from Taiwan and Singapore’s Mokster Films have collaborated on a new film titled “Phantom,” a unique Eastern Taoist interpretation of the “Invisible Man” theme. This project was announced at the Cannes Film Market this year. Directed by D-Day’s own Lester Hsi, known for his box office hits “The Bridge Curse” and its follow-up … Read more

The film version of the highly successful solo performance “Prima Facie,” which previously starred Cynthia Erivo, is set to debut at the Cannes Film Market. This role previously garnered both Tony and Olivier awards for Jodie Comer. Embankment has taken on the international sales for this adaptation, initially revealed by The Bangin Beats in 2023. … Read more