When it comes to getting films financed, paying attention to global distribution and choosing bold projects is paramount in 2016. That’s according to several top producers and film sales company executives at a state of film financing panel today at the Produced By Conference. “If you’re going to be an independent … Read entire story.
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Elizabeth Banks said today that she exited as director of Universal’s Pitch Perfect 3 because delayed shooting – the film is now set for a Christmas 2017 instead of Summer 2017 release – would interfere with her duties as a parent. “We’ve been in development and it’s taking longer … Read entire story.
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PBS’ new period drama Mercy Street, which launched behind the final season of Downton Abbey and already has been renewed for a second season, tells the story of two volunteer nurses working on opposite sides of the Civil War. “Part of the goal setting out was to tell a great … Read entire story.
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A today’s Deadline Contenders Emmys panel, Audience Network presented two series that emphasize the network’s willingness to take risks – Kingdom and You Me Her – both of which attempt to put a human face on extreme subject matter. Kingdom stars Frank Grillo as a former MMA (mixed martial … Read entire story.
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