Film Independent Announces Winners at Los Angeles Film Festival
Film Independent, which produces the Los Angeles Film Festival and the Spirit Awards, has announced the jury and audience prize winners for this year’s edition of LAFF. Jon Heder and Ari Graynor hosted the awards presentation, held for the third year at CHAYA Downtown. This year’s festival ran from June 14 to June 24 and was presented by the Los Angeles Times.
Canon U.S.A. Launches New Filmmaker Program at the 2012 Los Angeles Film Festival
Canon U.S.A., Inc., has announced the new Canon Filmmaker Award Program at the 2012 Los Angeles Film Festival, which runs from June 14-24. Open to eligible Film Independent Fellows, Los Angeles Film Festival alumni, and Spirit Awards nominees and winners, the program is designed to help emerging filmmakers ‘leave no story untold.’
Film Independent Announces Jurors for 2012 Los Angeles Film Festival
The jurors for the Los Angeles Film Festival, which runs June 14 to June 24 and, have been announced, and the group is an eclectic mix of actors, filmmakers, and industry professionals. Jurors have been named in the Narrative, Documentary, and Shorts sections. Each category is responsible for several cash awards. LAFF is presented by Film Indpendent, the L.A. Times, and hosted by L.A. LIVE.
Los Angeles Film Festival Announces Keynote Speaker and Special Programs
The Los Angeles Film Festival (LAFF), which runs June 14 through June 24, has announced that Chris McGurk, Chairman and CEO of Cinedigm Entertainment Group, will be the keynote speaker for this year’s edition of the festival. The responsibilities of McGurk, as keynote speaker, include kicking off the series of panels, discussions, and special programs that will take place over the course of the 10 day run of LAFF, giving young filmmakers and fans alike a chance to see how the industry works from the inside. LAFF 2012 is presented by Film Independent.
Cannes 2012 Winners Announced
The 2012 edition of the Cannes Film Festival has come to a close, and the winner of the prestigious Palme d’Or is Michael Haneke, who has a long association with the festival. Besides his win this year for “Amour” (“Love”) he has been awarded the Palme d’Or in 2009 for “Das Weisse Band” (“The White Ribbon”), Best Director in 2005 for “Cache” (“Hidden”), and the Grand Prix for “La Pianiste” in 2001. The first film which Haneke screened at Cannes was 1989’s “Der 7 Kontinent.”
Wes Anderson Opens 2012 Edition of Cannes
American filmmaker Wes Anderson, whose movie “Moonrise Kingdom” is the first film to be screened in Competition, opened up the 65th edition of the Cannes Film Festival, with his filmmaking team by his side.
Film Independent Announces 2012 Los Angeles Film Festival Line-Up & Closing Night Premiere
Film Independent announced the 2012 Los Angeles Film Festival line-up and closing Night premiere with the world premiere of Warner Bros. “Magic Mike” to close the festival. Now in its eighteenth year, the Los Angeles Film Festival showcases the best in new American and international cinema. Nearly 200 features, shorts, and music videos, representing more than 30 countries, make up the main body of the Festival. Read the full press release below.
Tribeca Film Festival Announces Audience Award Winners
The Heineken Audience Award Winners have been announced for the 2012 edition of the Tribeca Film Festival (TFF), with “Any Day Now,” directed by Travis Fine, winning in the Narrative category and “BURN,” directed by Tom Putnam and Brenna Sanchez taking home the prize in the documentary category.
'Shanghai Calling' to Close Out Newport Beach Film Festival
It has been announced that the world premiere of “Shanghai Calling” will close out the Newport Beach Film Festival (NBFF), which runs April 28 through May 3. The film, written and directed by Daniel Hsia, stars Daniel Henney (“X-Men Origins: Wolverine”), Eliza Coupe (“Scrubs,” “Happy Endings”), Bill Paxton, and Alan Ruck.
Third Annual SOHO International Film Festival Opens April 13
The third annual SOHO International Film Festival begins this weekend, with one of the highlights of the event being a Q and A session with veteran actor--and noted New York icon--Danny Aiello on April 19. Aiello, whose acting career spans some five decades, is known for his roles in "Do the Right Thing" (for which he was nominated for an Academy Award), "Moonstruck," "Once Upon a Time in America," and "The Godfather Part II." The interview will be conducted by John Gallagher, whose own iconic indie movie, "The Deli," will close out the festival.
2012 Tribeca Film Festival Unveils Lineup for Online Film Festival
The 2012 Tribeca Film Festival has unveiled the lineup and programming for the Tribeca Online Film Festival. The third year of the digital initiative allows domestic audiences to view select feature and short films for free, including four world-premiere features to be streamed just after their TFF theatrical premieres.
Tribeca Announces Slate of Programs Exploring the Future of Storytelling in the Digital Age
As the Tribeca Film Festival (TFF) has evolved since its inception in 2002, it has grown to include more than just the film program which has a decidedly New York Flavor. The 2012 edition of the festival, which runs April 18-29, will offer two unique programs during TFF.
Tribeca Announces Film Selections for Spotlight and Cinemania
The 2012 Tribeca Film Festival has announced the film selections for spotlight and Cinemania sections and special screenings. The festival runs April 18 to April 29. You can read the full press release below.
SXSW Film Festival Awards
As has become expected, the awards handed out at SXSW, which wrapped up March 18, went beyond the usual competition fare found at most festivals. The final numbers for the films screened at the festival meant that the 2012 edition, despite setting its submission deadline a month earlier, saw a seven percent increase in submissions over 2011.
Director Eli Roth Reanimates the Gothic Novel 'Hemlock Grove' Exclusively on Netflix
"Hemlock Grove," a gripping tale of murder, mystery and monsters set in a ravaged Pennsylvania steel town, starring Famke Janssen and Bill Skarsgard and produced by Gaumont International Television, will be available for Netflix members to watch instantly, beginning early in 2013.
Michigan Film Awards Closes out Uptown Film Festival
The third annual Michigan Film Awards (MFA) capped off Birmingham’s second annual Uptown Film Festival with sweeps for native-born films “Nain Rouge,” “Alleged,” and “Brothers on the Line.”
Rentrak Announces Top Ten Movies-on-Demand Titles Week Ending March 11
Rentrak Corporation has announced the top ten movies-on-demand (VOD) titles based on consumer transaction rate. Movies-on-demand are transactional (pay-per-purchase) films available through cable and telco providers.
2012 Tribeca Film Festival to Open with the World Premiere of 'Five-Year Engagement'
The Tribeca Film Festival (TFF) and Universal Pictures have announced that “The Five-Year Engagement” will open the 2012 Tribeca Film Festival. Director/writer/producer Nicholas Stoller and writer/star Jason Segel of “Forgetting Sarah Marshall” re-team for the irreverent comedy, which also stars Emily Blunt, Rhys Ifans, Chris Pratt and Alison Brie. The premiere will take place on Wednesday, April 18, and the festival will run through April 29.
2012 SXSW Film Festival Opens March 9
SWSX, Austin’s Southwest Film Conference and Festival that reared its tiny head less than two decades ago only to become one of the giants in the industry, announced its line-up on February 1st with the coveted “Centerpiece” slot going to the world premiere of Columbia and MGM’s “21 Jump Street.” Directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, this action-comedy stars Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum as the iconic young cops who return to high school to solve crime.
'The Artist' Wins Big at 84th Annual Academy Awards
While it was Martin Scorsese’s “Hugo” which took home some early Oscar hardware for Best Cinematography (Robert Richardson) and Best Art Direction (Dante Ferretti and Francesca Lo Schavo), it was “The Artist” which ultimately walked away with three of the four biggest prizes, winning Best Picture, Best Director for Michel Hazanavicius, and Best Actor for Jean Dujardin at the 84th annual Academy Awards. This year’s telecast was hosted by Billy Crystal.
'The Artist,' 'The Descendants,' and 'My Week with Marilyn' Lead the Way at Film Independent Spirit Awards
With “The Artist,” “The Descendants,” and “My Week with Marilyn” all taking home major prizes at the Film Independent Spirit Awards, it might seem that the Oscars may be a bit anti-climactic.
Berlin International Film Festival Announces Winners
The winners have been announced for the 62nd annual Berlin International Film Festival, which wrapped up February 19, with “Cesare deve morire” (“Caesar Must Die”), by Paolo & Vittorio Taviani, taking home the prestigious Golden Bear for Best Film. Winning the Silver Bear for Best Actor was Mikkel Boe Folsgaard in “En Kongelig Affaere” (“A Royal Affair”) by Nikolaj Arcel and the Silver Bear for Best Actress went to Rachel Mwanza in “Rebelle” (“War Witch”) by Kim Nguye.
Film Independent Announces Spirit Awards Filmmaker Grant Winners
Film Independent has announced the four Spirit Awards filmmaker grants, with the winners for the remaining categories to be revealed at the 2012 Spirit Awards on February 25, 2012.
2012 Sundance Film Festival Announces Awards
The Sundance Institute announced the Jury, NEXT, and other awards of the 2012 Sundance Film Festival. An archived video of the ceremony in its entirely is available at www.sundance.org/live.
'Hugo' and 'The Artist' Lead 2012 Academy Award Nominations
The nominations for the 84th annual Academy Awards have been announced, with “Hugo,” directed by Martin Scorsese, grabbing 11 nods and the silent film “The Artist” garnering 10 to lead the way.
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