Month: October 2024
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Disney and Lucasfilm Publishing Support the Next Generation of Readers
Throughout October, Disney and Lucasfilm Publishing are collaborating with First Book, a nonprofit dedicated to educational equity, and other nonprofits for the 13th annual Star Wars™ Reads month, a celebration that brings the power of books and storytelling to the next generation of storytellers.
NIKON + RED COLLABORATE WITH USC TO UPLIFT THE NEXT GENERATION OF FILMMAKERS
Nikon Inc. and RED Digital Cinema Inc. are pleased to announce a new filmmaking initiative with the University of Southern California (USC) School of Cinematic Arts. As part of this collaboration, Nikon and RED will donate an assortment of mirrorless cameras, cinema cameras and lenses to support a new generation of film school students.
Brando’s Tux & Monroe’s Crypt: Historic Auction Highlights
Studio Auctions, a premiere auction house dedicated to curating authentic, original, and influential pieces of American cinematography history for collectors and movie enthusiasts, is thrilled to announce the results of their latest auction, Bombshells to Blasters: An Auction You Can't Refuse. September 20th – 22nd marked the first of the two-part curated auction, featuring "holy grail" items from multi-generational blockbusters and specialized collectables from Hollywood icons – none of which have ever been to auction before.
Season 2 of “Wistoria: Wand and Sword” AnnounceD
Bandai Namco Filmworks Inc. celebrates the conclusion of the first season of Wistoria: Wand and Sword anime by formally announcing the production of the anime's second season. Earning rave reviews from fans of the original manga and newcomers alike, the artist behind the original manga, Toshi Aoi, drafted an original artwork in celebration of the announcement of the anime's second season.
“PAW PATROL 3” FILM CASTS ACADEMY AWARD WINNER JENNIFER HUDSON
Spin Master Corp. (TSX: TOY) (www.spinmaster.com), a leading global children's entertainment company, announced today that the upcoming third installment of its blockbuster PAW Patrol film franchise will star Academy Award winner Jennifer Hudson and popular comedian Fortune Feimster, with the two newcomers to join Emmy nominee Mckenna Grace, who reprises her lead role as Skye.
ROBERT AND PENELOPE STEINER FAMILY FOUNDATION SUPPORTS CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Cinema/Chicago, the presenting organization of the Chicago International Film Festival, today announced the largest gift in its history, a pledge to create a $2 million endowment from the Robert and Penelope Steiner Family Foundation. The endowment will establish a permanent fund to support the Festival's Artistic Director position, currently held by Mimi Plauché.
10 Years of “Gone Girl”
In October 2014, Gone Girl premiered and immediately stirred up conversation. Directed by the meticulous and cerebral David Fincher and based on the best-selling novel by Gillian Flynn, this psychological thriller gripped audiences with its sharp exploration of marriage, media sensationalism, and the facades we build.
iQIYI Unveils Over 300 New Titles at the 2024 iJOY Conference
China's leading online entertainment platform, announced the upcoming release of over 300 new titles across diverse genres over the next year, at its iJOY Conference held in Shanghai. The company highlighted its strategic expansion into short dramas, introducing content that leverages the growing global popularity of Chinese content while utilizing innovative AI to navigate emerging industry trends.
PEACOCK AND BLUMHOUSE ARE TAKING OVER THE STANLEY HOTEL THIS OCTOBER
Horror fans will have a new place to rest their head this October – the Peacock "OVERNIGHTMARE" at The Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, Colo., the famously eerie landmark. In partnership with Blumhouse, Peacock will take over The Lodge at The Stanley Hotel, from Fri., Oct. 18 – Sun., Oct. 20, where rooms will be themed to one of four Blumhouse films – Insidious, The Purge, Happy Death Day and Freaky.