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German home video market sees record growth despite slower expansion in 2024 In 2024, the German home video market reached a record turnover of €4.5 billion, an increase of 4% compared to the previous year, but a slowdown compared to the 13% growth in 2023. Growth was mainly driven by streaming services, while physical media declined further.

cineuropa.org • 1 d

UFO Sweden is the first film to change language thanks to a visual dubbing system with artificial intelligence The Swedish science fiction film “UFO Sweden,” directed by Victor Danell and produced by Crazy Pictures, is the first film to use an AI system for visual dubbing. The technology syncs actors’ lip movements and facial expressions with the English language.

cineuropa.org • 4 d

The Cannes Film Festival Residence unveils its 2025 selection The Cannes Film Festival Residence has selected six directors for its 49th session to work in Paris on their first or second feature film. Also participating are Andrea Gatopoulos, Simon Maria Kubiena, who is writing 'The Flowering of a Chimera', and Rodrigo Ribeyro.

variety • 6 d

Deming Chen's 'Always' wins top prize at CPH:DOX while Mstyslav Chernov wins F:ACT Award for '2000 Meters to Andriivka' The top prize at the CPH:DOX documentary festival in Copenhagen went to "Always" by Chinese director Deming Chen. The film, which follows the life of eight-year-old Youbin in a remote village in Hunan, combines lyrical beauty with stark reality.

cineuropa.org • 1 w

When the Light Breaks crowned Film of the Year and Touch dominates with ten wins at Iceland's Edda Awards At the Edda Awards in Reykjavík, Rúnar Rúnarsson's "When the Light Breaks" won the Film of the Year award. Lilja Ingolfsdottir's "Loveable" was named Best Foreign Language Film.

variety • 1 w

Digital takes over as India's media and entertainment sector hits $29 billion India’s media and entertainment sector is set to reach $29.4 billion in revenue by 2024, according to the annual FICCI-EY report. For the first time, digital media surpassed television as the largest segment, accounting for 32% of total revenue.

nu • 1 w

Gérard Depardieu denies sexual misconduct: 'Why would I do that?' Gérard Depardieu denied allegations of sexual misconduct in a Paris court on Wednesday. He insisted that he had never committed sexual assault and said he was always in company on film sets. However, dozens of women have accused him of misconduct, including rape.
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Belgium

vaf • 2 d

Six Flemish series selected for Canneseries The eighth edition of the international series festival Canneseries (24-29 April) will be Flemish, with a selection of no fewer than six series produced in Flanders. In addition, The Big Fuck-Up and Holy Sh!t will have a special screening.

filmfestivaloostende • 3 d

First look at Jonathan Michiels and Jennifer Heylen in the new Streamz Original 'Oh, Otto!' The new Streamz Original dramedy 'Oh, Otto!' follows the life of Otto (Jonathan Michiels), a twenty-something in Brussels who struggles with heartbreak after a breakup.

vaf • 4 d

Special Mention for Putain at Séries Mania The series "Putain" is a creation by Frederik Daem and Gorik van Oudheusden, directed by Deben Van Dam. The scenario is a collaboration between Daem, Van Dam and Nadège Bibo-Tansia. The soundtrack, a Brussels mix, is composed by Zwangere Guy.

filmfestivaloostende • 1 w

First images of new series 'Holy Sh!t' starring Mona Mina Leon The new Streamz Original series 'Holy Sh!t' follows Yasmine, played by Mona Mina Leon, who wants to become a teacher despite her Tourette syndrome. The series, directed by Geoffrey Enthoven and written by Nore Maatala, highlights her challenges and ambitions.
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Netherlands

filmfonds • 11 u

Additional incentive contribution for producers of 5 successful audience films Five Dutch films that attracted at least 150,000 visitors in the previous year will receive an additional incentive contribution of up to €300,000. This contribution helps to finance new projects and makes them more attractive to investors.

nu • 1 d

Yolanthe Cabau stars in new film Perfectly Imperfect Yolanthe Cabau stars in the new film "Perfectly Imperfect," which will be released in theaters this fall. The film, distributed by Splendid Film, explores the inner struggle of a woman who struggles with self-doubt despite a seemingly perfect life.

filmfonds • 1 d

Film Fund introduces incentive contribution for achieved success The Film Fund is introducing a new incentive contribution for Dutch filmmakers who have delivered exceptional performances. Managing Director Sandra den Hamer emphasises that this contribution should help filmmakers to work on new projects in creative freedom.

broadcastmagazine • 1 d

First images of new season of Máxima The second season of the series Máxima, which will be shown on Videoland in 2026, is currently in production. This season contains important events such as the wedding of Máxima and Willem-Alexander.
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The Netherlands Film Production Incentive has now generated over €1 billion in spending

variety • 1 w

Digital takes over as India's media and entertainment sector hits $29 billion

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When the Light Breaks crowned Film of the Year and Touch dominates with ten wins at Iceland's Edda Awards

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