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According to the APA, the Italian audiovisual sector grew by 9%, driven by linear television and online video. The Italian audiovisual sector will have grown to a value of €16.3 billion in 2024, a 9% increase compared to the previous year. This growth, presented at the MIA by Chiara Sbarigia of the APA, is primarily driven by linear television and online video.

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Shooting Locations Marketplace turns five The fifth edition of the Shooting Locations Marketplace will take place in Valladolid on October 15th and 16th, organized by Feria de Valladolid and the Spain Film Commission. The program also includes conferences and excursions to various locations.

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Liv Ullmann receives career award from the European Film Academy Liv Ullmann will receive a career award from the European Film Academy at the 38th European Film Awards on January 17, 2026, in Berlin. She has also worked with directors Jan Troell and Mauro Bolognini.

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Ireland announces 40% VFX refund and enhanced digital game credits by 2026 Ireland announced new tax measures in its 2026 Budget to position itself as a leading hub for high-quality VFX and digital production.

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AI-Powered Cinematic Universe Platform enGEN3 Launched by Goldfinch, The Squad Goldfinch and The Squad have launched enGEN3, a platform that uses artificial intelligence to help independent filmmakers develop expansive story worlds.

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Tilly Norwood criticised by UK actors' union Equity as 'AI tool' 'compiled from artists' work' The British actors' union Equity has criticized Tilly Norwood, an AI "actress," over concerns about the provenance of the material used to create her. Eline Van der Velden of Particle6 defends Norwood as a creative work, not a replacement for real actors.

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Trailer for AI-directed film 'The Sweet Idleness' arrives amid controversy surrounding AI actor Tilly Norwood: 'The first film' directed by an 'AI agent' Italian producer Andrea Iervolino is launching a new AI film production titled "The Sweet Idleness," directed by a virtual director named FellinAI. The film, a celebration of European cinema, is set in a future where only 1% of humanity still works.
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Belgium

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Winners of short film competitions announced at Film Fest Gent The International Short Film Jury, comprised of Douwe Dijkstra, Vytautas Katkus, and Anne Verbeure, has announced the winners of its short film competitions.

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'Julian' director Cato Kusters wins Knack Focus' Jo Röpcke Award 2025 Cato Kusters has won the 2025 Knack Focus Jo Röpcke Award for her film "Julian," based on the book by Fleur Pierets. Film critic Dave Mestdach praised the film for its empathetic treatment of gay rights and illness.

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Research into film attendance in Flanders presented at Film Fest Ghent The research agency Indiville, commissioned by the Department of Culture, Youth and Media and the Flemish Audiovisual Fund, conducted a study on the profile, behavior, expectations, and motivations of filmgoers in Flanders and Brussels in 2025.

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The Flemish Audiovisual Fund is small-scale, but has oversized ambitions The Flanders Audiovisual Fund (VAF), under the leadership of its new CEO, Karla Puttemans, is committed to promoting and supporting Flemish television projects. Despite a tight budget, the fund remains focused on strengthening its position and financing capacity.
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Netherlands

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First Dutch romantic costume drama to be released at the end of 2026 At the end of 2026, the NPO will broadcast the series "Grand Hotel aan Zee," the first Dutch romantic costume drama. An elaborate studio set has been built for the hotel interior.

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Extensive Dutch presence at Uppsala Short FF The 44th Uppsala Short Film Festival, taking place from October 20-26, 2025, features a wide selection of Dutch short films. Among the competition films are "Happiness" by Firat Yücel and "Moustache" by Idriss Nsangou Nabil.

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Cinekid Festival has started The 39th edition of the Cinekid Festival opened in Amsterdam Noord with the world premiere of "Koning van de Zwervers" (King of the Wanderers). During the festival, Cinekid Lions will be awarded in various categories.

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Amsterdamned II to be seen in cinemas from December 4 Amsterdamned II, the sequel to Dick Maas's 1988 cult thriller, opens in theaters on December 4th. Huub Stapel returns as Detective Eric Visser and Holly Mae Brood plays the female lead.
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Trailer for AI-directed film 'The Sweet Idleness' arrives amid controversy surrounding AI actor Tilly Norwood: 'The first film' directed by an 'AI agent'

variety • 1 w

Tilly Norwood criticised by UK actors' union Equity as 'AI tool' 'compiled from artists' work'

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Jim Carrey to receive honorary Cesar Award at 51st edition


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