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Movie poster legend Drew Struzan has passed away Drew Struzan, legendary film poster designer, has died at the age of 78. Known for his work on films such as "Star Wars" and "Indiana Jones," Struzan began his career designing record covers before transitioning to film posters in 1975.

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The European Film Awards announce the nominated films The 38th European Film Awards, which will take place in Berlin on January 17, 2026, have shortlisted 67 feature films for potential nominations in the fiction, documentary, and animation categories. Twenty-seven of the films are directed or co-directed by women.

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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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Belgium

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Documentary festival IDFA colours Flanders Several Flemish productions have been selected for the IDFA documentary festival. "De Sessies" by Sien Versteyhe, an intimate documentary about a student recovering from sexual violence, will have its world premiere. "Wishful Filming" by Sarah Vanagt, who investigates hidden messages in Brussels, and "Kabul, Between Prayers" by Aboozar Amini, about a Taliban soldier, have also been selected.

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'Skiff' invited to Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival The film "Skiff," directed by Cecilia Verheyden, has been invited to the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival. The story, written by Verheyden and Vincent Vanneste, follows fifteen-year-old Malou as she struggles with her identity and relationships at a rowing club.

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Britt Raes is working on a series adaptation of the Berlinale-winning short film 'Luce and the Rock' Flemish director Britt Raes, known for the award-winning short film "Luce and the Rock," is working on a series adaptation for Ketnet, the children's program of the Belgian broadcaster VRT.

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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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Netherlands

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IDFA opens with short film program, announces Victor Kossakovsky's 'Trillion' and Dmytro Sukholytkyy-Sobchuk's 'Silent Flood' in competition The International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) is opening its 38th edition with a short film program and has announced the competition films, including the world premieres of "Trillion" by Victor Kossakovsky and "Silent Flood" by Dmytro Sukholytkyy-Sobchuk.

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IDFA announces Forum program The International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) has announced the projects for the 33rd edition of the Forum. The event, which takes place from November 16-19, 2025, features 51 documentary projects.

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NPO launches youth series about Suriname's independence The NPO is launching a new children's series, Fri Fri Suriname, which explores Suriname's independence in 1975. This three-part docudrama series, presented by Tirsa With and written by Glynis Terborg, combines archive footage with documentary and drama scenes.

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Popular Dutch film The North shortlisted for European Oscar The Dutch film "The North," directed by Bart Schrijver, has been shortlisted for the European Film Awards. The film, which has attracted over 110,000 viewers, follows two friends traveling through the Scottish Highlands.
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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'

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

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Liv Ullmann receives career award from the European Film Academy


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