Tag: Film Development
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Disney Quietly Greenlights Gaston Live-Action Project, Expanding Beauty and the Beast Universe
Disney Moves Forward with a Gaston Live-Action Spin In a development phase that signals Disney’s continued push into live-action variants of its animated catalog, sources tell Deadline that the studio is exploring a standalone Gaston project. The upshot: a feature focused on the charismatic, hulking antagonist from Beauty and the Beast, expanding the franchise beyond…
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WAVES Film Bazaar Launches Dual Awards to Boost Global Filmmaking Collaboration
Overview: WAVES Film Bazaar Expands Support for Filmmakers WAVES Film Bazaar, the market-side arm of the prestigious film event that runs alongside the IFF or other major industry platforms, has introduced two new awards aimed at strengthening global collaboration and boosting the development of market-ready projects. The two distinct recognitions—the UNESCO Creative Cities Network City…
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Brendan Fraser Recalls Screen Testing for J.J. Abrams’ Superman Project
Brendan Fraser Opens Up About a Lost Superman Opportunity In a candid look back at a moment that never reached the big screen, Brendan Fraser has recalled screen-testing for a planned Superman film from director J.J. Abrams and producer Brett Ratner. The project, which generated a flurry of early speculation in the mid-2010s, ultimately never…
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IDFA 2025 Forum Awards Winners Drive Documentary Projects Forward
IDFA Unveils 2025 Forum Awards Winners The International Documentary Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) has announced the winners of its 2025 Forum Awards, recognizing a slate of documentary projects at varying stages of development. The Forum Awards are a cornerstone of IDFA’s commitment to supporting ambitious storytelling, offering development funds, mentoring, and networking opportunities designed to help…
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The Death of Bunny Munro TV Adaptation: Nick Cave’s Disturbing, Darkly Hilarious Tale
Introduction: A notorious chase for Bunny Munro Nick Cave’s The Death of Bunny Munro has long haunted readers and industry insiders alike. Since its release, the novel’s blend of black humor, grim sexuality, and blistering social commentary has made it a magnet for adaptation chatter. Yet for over a decade and a half, the book…
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Matt Smith leads a disturbing TV take on Nick Cave’s Bunny Munro saga: why development hurdles persist
Why Bunny Munro keeps circling the screen Nick Cave’s The Death of Bunny Munro has long been a magnet for adaptation talk. The novel’s brazen blend of sharp wit, dark humor, and unsettling sexuality makes it a tempting, volatile project for any producer. Over the past 16 years, at least four different production companies have…
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Atlas Workshops Selects 28 Projects and Films at Marrakech Film Festival
Overview: Atlas Workshops unveils 28 selections for its 8th edition The Marrakech Film Festival has announced the lineup for the 8th edition of the Atlas Workshops, a cornerstone program supporting emerging filmmakers across the Arab world and beyond. This year’s selections comprise 28 projects and finished films, reflecting a diverse slate that spans feature-length narratives,…
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Atlas Workshops Selects 28 Projects and Films for Marrakech Edition
Atlas Workshops at Marrakech: A Focus on Emerging Voices The Marrakech Film Festival has announced the lineup for the 8th edition of the Atlas Workshops, a program dedicated to supporting new voices in global cinema. This year’s cohort features 28 projects and films spanning a range of genres and geographies, underscoring the event’s mission to…
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Atlas Workshops Marrakech: 28 Projects for the 8th Edition
Atlas Workshops Illuminates a Dynamic Lineup in Marrakech The Marrakech Film Festival has announced the slate for the eighth edition of the Atlas Workshops, a program renowned for nurturing emerging voices in world cinema. Patronage this year is provided by acclaimed Romanian director Cristian Mungiu, who brings a wealth of experience and a track record…
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Taylor Sheridan and Peter Berg Tackle Call of Duty Film for Paramount
Paramount Bets on Call of Duty as an Epic Film In a high-stakes move that underscores the appeal of video game adaptations, Paramount Pictures is moving forward with a Call of Duty feature film. The project has tapped two marquee filmmakers—Taylor Sheridan, the creator of Yellowstone and a prolific screenwriter, and Peter Berg, known for…