The Taiwan International Documentary Festival (Tidf), organized by the Taiwan Film and Audiovisual Institute (Tfai), scheduled for May 10-19, 2024, has unveiled its Focus Programme titled “Metaphors of the Times: The Reality Named Myanmar.” This segment will showcase 26 cross-genre films from Myanmar, spanning mood diaries, frontline documentaries, futuristic fantasies, audio-visual experiments, and more. These works capture real-world situations or articulate inner experiences, collectively portraying Myanmar's distinctive reality. Selected films include IDFA selection, The Clinic by Midi Z, Midwives, the winner of Special Jury Award at the 2022 Sundance Ff, and Ten Years Myanmar screened at the 2023 Busan Iff.
The independent film scene in Myanmar has been closely linked to the country's democratic development, where visual storytelling not only serves as a means of recording reality, but also provides a medium for filmmakers to voice their perspectives. Despite facing substantial challenges such as military coups and film censorship, Myanmar has steadily fostered a...
The independent film scene in Myanmar has been closely linked to the country's democratic development, where visual storytelling not only serves as a means of recording reality, but also provides a medium for filmmakers to voice their perspectives. Despite facing substantial challenges such as military coups and film censorship, Myanmar has steadily fostered a...
- 3/15/2024
- by Rouven Linnarz
- AsianMoviePulse
Tinker, Tailer, Soldier, Spoof: Gerber & Pozdorovkin Indulge Bout
You probably know him by his wildly exaggerated media coined title, the ‘Merchant of Death’, or you might even remember Nicolas Cage’s war mongering Hollywood fictionalization of the man in Lord of War, but the real life Viktor Bout, though undeniably complicit in the black market arms trade, may have been more a business savvy buffoon than the master of ballistics he’s thought to be. Collaborating for the first time, directors Tony Gerber and Maxim Pozdorovkin paint a very different picture of the man than we are used to seeing. Harvesting a wealth of hilarious and humanizing home movies shot by Bout himself and his wife, Alla, the filmmakers reveal a man not obsessed with weaponry nor money, but one whose joy springs from time spent with his adoring network of family and friends, as well as from the simple pleasures of tourism,...
You probably know him by his wildly exaggerated media coined title, the ‘Merchant of Death’, or you might even remember Nicolas Cage’s war mongering Hollywood fictionalization of the man in Lord of War, but the real life Viktor Bout, though undeniably complicit in the black market arms trade, may have been more a business savvy buffoon than the master of ballistics he’s thought to be. Collaborating for the first time, directors Tony Gerber and Maxim Pozdorovkin paint a very different picture of the man than we are used to seeing. Harvesting a wealth of hilarious and humanizing home movies shot by Bout himself and his wife, Alla, the filmmakers reveal a man not obsessed with weaponry nor money, but one whose joy springs from time spent with his adoring network of family and friends, as well as from the simple pleasures of tourism,...
- 11/3/2015
- by Jordan M. Smith
- IONCINEMA.com
The biggest deals of this year’s Cannes Marché du Film and how the Competition titles sold throughout the festival.
Behind the glamour of this year’s Cannes Film Festival, business was booming at the Marché du Film (May 13-22), with representatives from 120 countries in attendance - up four on 2014.
A total 3,300 films were on offer this year, around 1,000 at the project stage, with an estimated 11,000 film professionals in attendance, in line with last year.
In the opening days, Marché chief Jérôme Paillard told Screen: “Acquisition agents are telling me that it’s the first time in a number of years that there are so many big projects. I’ve been told there are around 50 high profile projects on offer.”
North AmericaHOT Projects
Universal Pictures and Focus Features took worldwide rights to Tom Ford’s upcoming thriller Nocturnal Animals, starring Amy Adams and Jake Gyllenhaal, in a deal reportedly worth $20m. [Story]
Open Road paid...
Behind the glamour of this year’s Cannes Film Festival, business was booming at the Marché du Film (May 13-22), with representatives from 120 countries in attendance - up four on 2014.
A total 3,300 films were on offer this year, around 1,000 at the project stage, with an estimated 11,000 film professionals in attendance, in line with last year.
In the opening days, Marché chief Jérôme Paillard told Screen: “Acquisition agents are telling me that it’s the first time in a number of years that there are so many big projects. I’ve been told there are around 50 high profile projects on offer.”
North AmericaHOT Projects
Universal Pictures and Focus Features took worldwide rights to Tom Ford’s upcoming thriller Nocturnal Animals, starring Amy Adams and Jake Gyllenhaal, in a deal reportedly worth $20m. [Story]
Open Road paid...
- 5/22/2015
- ScreenDaily
It was just a year ago that Ross Levinsohn, the former Yahoo chief, accompanied The Hollywood Reporter’s Janice Min to the Golden Globe awards, a digital misfit among the Hollywood glitterati, just ahead of his appointment as CEO of Guggenheim Digital Media. Now Min has been promoted to co-president and chief creative officer of a newly created entertainment group at Guggenheim, while Levinsohn finds himself sidelined, outmaneuvered by his former report. Also read: New Prometheus CEO Named as The Hollywood Reporter Bleeds $6M The move by Guggenheim Partners President Todd Boehly follows a savvy minuet by Min to get her contract renewed,...
- 1/14/2014
- by Sharon Waxman
- The Wrap
Berlinale adds 17 features to the Generation programme, aimed at children and youths, including the European premiere of a feature co-directed by Flight of the Conchords Jemaine Clement.
A total of 60 short and full-length films from 35 countries have been selected for the Generation Kplus and Generation 14plus competitions at the Berlin International Film Festival (Feb 6-16). They include five long and nine short animated films.
Section head Maryanne Redpath said: “This diversity transcends all limits, in content, imagery, narrative structure and rhythm. Each of these animated gems creates its own universe and is a fantastic cinematic adventure, not just for children.”
The selection includes What We Do in the Shadows, a mockumentary that follows the struggles of a group of New Zealand–based vampires to understand modern society and adapt to the ever-changing world around them. The ensemble includes Flights of the Conchords’ Jemaine Clement, who co-directs alongside Taika Waititi.
This year, Generation will be...
A total of 60 short and full-length films from 35 countries have been selected for the Generation Kplus and Generation 14plus competitions at the Berlin International Film Festival (Feb 6-16). They include five long and nine short animated films.
Section head Maryanne Redpath said: “This diversity transcends all limits, in content, imagery, narrative structure and rhythm. Each of these animated gems creates its own universe and is a fantastic cinematic adventure, not just for children.”
The selection includes What We Do in the Shadows, a mockumentary that follows the struggles of a group of New Zealand–based vampires to understand modern society and adapt to the ever-changing world around them. The ensemble includes Flights of the Conchords’ Jemaine Clement, who co-directs alongside Taika Waititi.
This year, Generation will be...
- 1/14/2014
- by michael.rosser@screendaily.com (Michael Rosser)
- ScreenDaily
Another powerful woman in Hollywood is on the move: Guggenheim Media today announced that Janice Min has been tapped to lead Billboard and The Hollywood Reporter as Co-President/Chief Creative Officer of the Entertainment Group of Guggenheim Media. In her expanded role, which is effective immediately, Ms. Min will be responsible for all editorial direction of the iconic entertainment and music brandsFrom the press release: Working parallel to Ms. Min, John Amato will lead business initiatives of both Billboard and The Hollywood Reporter as Co-President of the Entertainment Group, also effective immediately. Both Ms. Min and Mr. Amato will report directly to Todd Boehly, President of Guggenheim Partners and Chairman of Guggenheim Media.Concurrently, Guggenheim Media announced that its Prometheus Global...
- 1/8/2014
- by April Neale
- Monsters and Critics
Seoul — When Park Chan-wook showcased Night Fishing, the Berlinale-winning short shot with a smartphone, in 2011, the South Korean filmmaker realized Spike Lee's 2008 prediction that "within five years, new movies will be made with devices like cell phones." Next month, local director Min Byung-wu will premiere Korea's — and, he says, the world's — first feature-length film shot entirely with a mobile device that gets a theatrical release. Cats and Dogs, a romantic comedy to be distributed by Cj Entertainment, will hit Korean theaters on Dec. 12 with support from the Korean Film Council
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- 11/29/2013
- by Lee Hyo-won
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Once again, a look into the future, with some very interesting looks at the past, including the reprinting of a comic that was never released in America in the first place, the infamous Elseworlds 80 Page Giant that was pulped because of concerns about Superman’s babysitter.
And of course, a whole lot of #3 issues, which is traditionally the issue where Spider-Man guest stars.
Shall we? Surely!
As usual, spoilers may lurk beyond this point.
Justice League #3
Written by Geoff Johns
Art and cover by Jim Lee and Scott Williams
1:25 Variant cover by Greg Capullo
1:200 B&W Variant cover by Jim Lee
On sale November 16 • 40 pg, Fc, $3.99 Us • Rated T
Combo pack edition: $4.99 Us
Retailers: This issue will ship with three covers. Please see the order form for more information.
The superstar team of writer Geoff Johns and artist Jim Lee continue to make history as they unleash the amazing Amazon,...
And of course, a whole lot of #3 issues, which is traditionally the issue where Spider-Man guest stars.
Shall we? Surely!
As usual, spoilers may lurk beyond this point.
Justice League #3
Written by Geoff Johns
Art and cover by Jim Lee and Scott Williams
1:25 Variant cover by Greg Capullo
1:200 B&W Variant cover by Jim Lee
On sale November 16 • 40 pg, Fc, $3.99 Us • Rated T
Combo pack edition: $4.99 Us
Retailers: This issue will ship with three covers. Please see the order form for more information.
The superstar team of writer Geoff Johns and artist Jim Lee continue to make history as they unleash the amazing Amazon,...
- 8/15/2011
- by Glenn Hauman
- Comicmix.com
Buckle Up For A Hilarious Road Trip From The Director Of Superbad & The Stars
And Creators Of Hot Fuzz And Shaun Of The Dead Paul Own The Outragous
Unrated Version Not Shown In Theaters On
Blu-ray. Combo Pack, DVD & Digital Download
August 9, 2011
One tiny alien makes for big, big trouble in the comedy adventure Paul, coming to Blu-ray. Combo Pack and DVD August 9, 2011, from Universal Studios Home Entertainment. Both versions will feature the theatrical movie, as well as an unrated version of the film, not shown in theaters. The film and its unrated version will also be available day and date for digital download and video on demand. Paul reunites Simon Pegg and Nick Frost (Hot Fuzz, Shaun of the Dead) as two sci-fi geeks on a pilgrimage to America.s UFO heartland, where they accidentally encounter an alien who sends them on an insane road trip that alters their universe forever.
And Creators Of Hot Fuzz And Shaun Of The Dead Paul Own The Outragous
Unrated Version Not Shown In Theaters On
Blu-ray. Combo Pack, DVD & Digital Download
August 9, 2011
One tiny alien makes for big, big trouble in the comedy adventure Paul, coming to Blu-ray. Combo Pack and DVD August 9, 2011, from Universal Studios Home Entertainment. Both versions will feature the theatrical movie, as well as an unrated version of the film, not shown in theaters. The film and its unrated version will also be available day and date for digital download and video on demand. Paul reunites Simon Pegg and Nick Frost (Hot Fuzz, Shaun of the Dead) as two sci-fi geeks on a pilgrimage to America.s UFO heartland, where they accidentally encounter an alien who sends them on an insane road trip that alters their universe forever.
- 6/7/2011
- by Melissa Howland
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Universal Pictures is releasing the DVD, Blu-ray and Digital Download of the Simon Pegg and Nick Frost sci-fi-comedy-road trip entitled, Paul, directed by Greg Mottola (Superbad) this summer. The movie stars Pegg, Frost, Jason Bateman, Sigourney Weaver, Kristen Wiig, Jane Lynch, Bill Hader, Blythe Danner, Jeffrey Tambor, and an alien named Paul voiced by Seth Rogen.
You can check out Simon Pegg and Nick Frost talking about their favorite special features on the Paul Blu-ray release below, along with all of the details in the official press release and how to pre-order below!
Click here to view the embedded video.
See larger image Paul (DVD) Starring: Simon Pegg, Nick Frost, Jeremy Owen, Jeffrey Tambor, David House
Rating: Unrated
List Price: $29.98 Usd New From: $26.99 In Stock
This title will be released on August 9, 2011.
Official Press Release:
Buckle Up For A Hilarious Road Trip From The Director Of Superbad & The Stars And...
You can check out Simon Pegg and Nick Frost talking about their favorite special features on the Paul Blu-ray release below, along with all of the details in the official press release and how to pre-order below!
Click here to view the embedded video.
See larger image Paul (DVD) Starring: Simon Pegg, Nick Frost, Jeremy Owen, Jeffrey Tambor, David House
Rating: Unrated
List Price: $29.98 Usd New From: $26.99 In Stock
This title will be released on August 9, 2011.
Official Press Release:
Buckle Up For A Hilarious Road Trip From The Director Of Superbad & The Stars And...
- 6/7/2011
- by Jason Moore
- ScifiMafia
We’ve received all the covers for DC Comics August solicitations, and Flashpoint promises that worlds will live, worlds will die, and the DC Universe will never be the sa– oh, sorry, that was the tagline for Crisis On Infinite Earths, back when I worked at Flashpoint. I’m so confused…
My favorite item for the month is pictured above, the Sergio Aragones version of Batman from Batman: Black & White. But there are some absolute art gems here, including Darwyn Cooke’s Jsa cover, and Frank Quitely’s redoing of Gil Kane and Murphy Anderson’s cover for Green Lantern #52.
As for the rest of the books, take a look… as usual, spoilers ahead:
War Of The Green Lanterns Aftermath #2
Written by Tony Bedard
Art by Miguel Sepulveda
Cover by Tom Fleming
1:10 Variant cover by Miguel Sepulveda
The blockbuster “War of the Green Lanterns” event has rocked the...
My favorite item for the month is pictured above, the Sergio Aragones version of Batman from Batman: Black & White. But there are some absolute art gems here, including Darwyn Cooke’s Jsa cover, and Frank Quitely’s redoing of Gil Kane and Murphy Anderson’s cover for Green Lantern #52.
As for the rest of the books, take a look… as usual, spoilers ahead:
War Of The Green Lanterns Aftermath #2
Written by Tony Bedard
Art by Miguel Sepulveda
Cover by Tom Fleming
1:10 Variant cover by Miguel Sepulveda
The blockbuster “War of the Green Lanterns” event has rocked the...
- 5/16/2011
- by Glenn Hauman
- Comicmix.com
I have to say, when I saw the trailer for this film, I was less than whelmed. Now that I have seen it, I can safely say that it wasn’t as bad as I thought it would be,
Priest is the tale of war between man and vampires, based off of the comic series by Hyung Min-woo. An army of warrior, or fighter priests were mans greatest defense against the vampires, but once they were defeated (or so they thought), man cast them aside. After centuries of war, the thought-to-be defeated vampires have returned, with a much stonger leader. Not only have they come back, but they have stolen Priests’ (Paul Bettany) niece Lucy (Lily Collins). Despite the church denying that the vampires were back, or forbidding Priest to go and search for Lucy, he can’t turn his back on her and rebels. He is joined by...
Priest is the tale of war between man and vampires, based off of the comic series by Hyung Min-woo. An army of warrior, or fighter priests were mans greatest defense against the vampires, but once they were defeated (or so they thought), man cast them aside. After centuries of war, the thought-to-be defeated vampires have returned, with a much stonger leader. Not only have they come back, but they have stolen Priests’ (Paul Bettany) niece Lucy (Lily Collins). Despite the church denying that the vampires were back, or forbidding Priest to go and search for Lucy, he can’t turn his back on her and rebels. He is joined by...
- 5/13/2011
- by Melissa Howland
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
We’ve received all the covers for DC Comics July solicitations, including the long awaited Games, the New Teen Titans graphic novel from Marv Wolfman and George Pérez. And when I say long awaited, I mean two decades long– which kinda ties in with all the DC Retroactive titles coming out, including our favorite, Green Lantern reuniting the team of ComicMix contributors Dennis O’Neil and Mike Grell.
Take a look.
War Of The Green Lanterns: Aftermath #1
Written by Tony Bedard
Art by Miguel Sepulveda
Cover by Dave Johnson
1:10 Variant cover by Doug Mahnke
The shocking consequences of the blockbuster “War of the Green Lantern” event have shattered the lives of Hal Jordan, Guy Gardner, John Stewart and Kyle Rayner in ways no one will see coming.
Everything you thought you knew about the Corps is no more!
Retailers: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the...
Take a look.
War Of The Green Lanterns: Aftermath #1
Written by Tony Bedard
Art by Miguel Sepulveda
Cover by Dave Johnson
1:10 Variant cover by Doug Mahnke
The shocking consequences of the blockbuster “War of the Green Lantern” event have shattered the lives of Hal Jordan, Guy Gardner, John Stewart and Kyle Rayner in ways no one will see coming.
Everything you thought you knew about the Corps is no more!
Retailers: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the...
- 4/11/2011
- by Glenn Hauman
- Comicmix.com
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