VANCOUVER DIRECTOR TAKES HOME SXSW WIN WITH QUEER SHORT FILM ‘ONE DAY THIS KID’
As a queer Afghan growing up in Vancouver, finding relatable characters on the screen was rare for film director Alexander Farah. It had long
been a dream that he would create the representation that was lacking in film himself, but he never expected he would take home an award for it.
https://www.ctvnews.ca/vancouver/article/vancouver-director-takes-home-sxsw-win-with-queer-short-film-one-day-this-kid/
END OF AN ERA: MOTEL REVAMPED AS ART STUDIOS WILL BE TORN DOWN FOR HIGHRISES
The City Centre Motor Hotel redevelopment will include more than 5,000 sq. ft. of cultural amenity space.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/city-centre-motor-hotel-1.7484896
SASK. FILM AND TV GRANT REDUCED BY $2M, BUT INDUSTRY LEADERS REMAIN OPTIMISTIC
"This is not 'the end of the industry.' This is not a sign that the Government 'doesn't support' the film industry. Indeed, the fund remains five times higher than it was just three years ago. This is just a
small setback."
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/sask-film-and-tv-grant-reduced-by-2-million-but-industry-remains-optimistic-1.7490144
HOT DOCS NAMES FORMER TIFF PROGRAMMER DIANA SANCHEZ AS ITS NEW EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR
She will take over from interim executive director Janice Dawe, who has been leading the beleaguered arts organization since its former president Marie Nelson stepped down in July after one year in the role.
https://www.vancouverisawesome.com/film-news/hot-docs-names-former-tiff-programmer-diana-sanchez-as-its-new-executive-director-10403213
THE BEST CANADIAN FILMS OF ALL TIME
The greatest cinema from the True North Strong and Free, spanning Denis Villeneuve's early masterpieces, Guy Maddin's oddball majesty and a whole lot of body horror and hockey comedy.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/lists/best-canadian-films/
SOME VOICE ACTORS EMBRACE AI'S POTENTIAL. OTHERS WORRY IT'S COMING FOR THEIR JOBS
Like many in his field, voiceover actor Jesse Adam has been watching the rise of AI with a wary
eye.
https://www.thealbertan.com/film-news/some-voice-actors-embrace-ais-potential-others-worry-its-coming-for-their-jobs-10407386
TANTOO CARDINAL TO RECEIVE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER WOMEN IN ENTERTAINMENT CANADA
HONOR
The second annual event, at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, will see Cardinal, who is of Cree and Métis heritage, receive the honor presented in partnership with the Indigenous Screen Office. Over a 50-year career, Cardinal has film credits that include Dances With Wolves, Killers of the Flower Moon, Legends of the Fall, Black Robe and Hold the Dark.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/tantoo-cardinal-women-in-entertainment-canada-equity-award-1236165627/
ONE BOLD IDEA THAT COULD SAVE CALIFORNIA’S FILM AND TV INDUSTRY
Rather than debating how many tax dollars to
dole out every year, the state should directly invest in and become a co-financier on projects. It’s not an unheard-of concept.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/california-film-tv-invest-hollywood-incentives-production-1236162837/
WHAT PLACES ARE BECOMING THE NEW HOLLYWOOD?
These cities and states are where the diaspora of film and TV workers are going.
https://nofilmschool.com/what-places-becoming-new-hollywood
WELCOME TO THE THEATRE,
UNLESS YOU’RE NOT PART OF THE CLIQUE
Sometimes, being cliquey is the fault of those who run the theatre; at other times, I don’t think there is evil intent in mind. Regardless, no ill intent is not an excuse. I feel that theatres often use that as an excuse. “Oh, we had no idea we were being cliquey.” And to that, I would ask the following questions.
https://www.onstageblog.com/editorials/when-theatre-isnt-as-welcoming-as-it-should-be
HOW THE CASTING DIRECTOR FOR 'THE WHITE LOTUS' BUILDS THE SHOW'S ALL-STAR ENSEMBLE SEASON AFTER SEASON
One of the key factors that makes “The White
Lotus” so enticing is how it blends A-listers with fresh faces. We sat down with casting director Meredith Tucker to discuss the casting process, how to tap into a show’s specific tone, and nailing accents. https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/white-lotus-cd-meredith-tucker-interview-78436/ WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU DON'T HAVE TIME TO PREPARE
Twenty-four-hour turnarounds for self tapes are not uncommon, and a work-life balance is not always possible when you’re
juggling the challenges of everyday life and your acting career. How do you turn in a good audition on a tight schedule? Here are some things to consider. https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/what-to-do-when-you-dont-have-time-to-prepare/ |
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Register now for Animation and Games at: https://www.digitalsoundmagic.com/voiceover-training VANCOUVER GREEK FILM FESTIVAL
March 13 - April 2
This year’s festival pivots to the month of March, to bring a little Aegean turquoise and Greek sun to the lower mainland as it
emerges into spring and marks Greek Independence Day on March 25.
https://thecinematheque.ca/series/vancouver-greek-film-festival-2025
CRAZY8S 2025 GALA
March 29
Crazy8s Film Society is proud to
present this celebration of 6 new short films—made by 6 inspiring filmmaking teams in just 8 exhilarating days—at our annual Crazy8s 2025 Gala Screening at The Centre in Vancouver. https://crazy8s.film |
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