Film

2025 - 1 - 29

Lights, Camera, Acquisitions! The Buzz Around Upcoming Films on Everyone's Mind 🎬

Babygirl - Clermont-Ferrand Short Film Festival - Disney+ - Doha Film Institute - Edinburgh Film Festival - Film Republic - Jack King - Nicole Kidman - Texas Film Awards

From award-winning films to fresh new projects, discover what's making waves in the film industry right now!

The film world is buzzing with excitement as Film Republic has secured the world sales rights to Jack King’s highly acclaimed feature, "The Ceremony," winner of the coveted Sean Connery award at last year’s Edinburgh Film Festival. With such a prestigious honor under its belt, this film is surely primed to make a mark not only internationally but also here in Nigeria, where audiences have a growing taste for captivating stories that transcend borders. King’s unique storytelling and impressive direction only add to the anticipation surrounding this release.

Meanwhile, over at Film London, the Lodestars 2025 finalists have just been announced, showcasing the freshest cinematic talent coming up in the industry. This initiative is designed to spotlight those hidden gems in the film industry, and with Nigeria’s own array of budding filmmakers, it’s interesting to think about how some of these finalists could draw inspiration from Nollywood’s dynamic storytelling and colorful aesthetic. Perhaps one day, we’ll see a remarkable collaboration between these two powerful film hubs!

Not to be outdone, Qatar’s Doha Film Institute has revealed its support for 47 innovative projects in its latest funding round. Among these, there’s a thrilling post-apocalyptic film, "In Memory Of Times To Come," which signals a shift in narrative styles that can resonate with audiences facing uncertain times globally. Doha’s initiative not only brings varied international narratives to the forefront, but also invites filmmakers from diverse backgrounds—including Nigeria—to bring their stories to life. The power of film to bridge cultures is truly unstoppable!

And if you’re a Simon Pegg fan, you’ll be thrilled to know that Louth is set to shine in an upcoming film titled "Angels in the Asylum." This haunting yet intriguing tale revolves around a group of women wrongly imprisoned for being typhoid carriers, bringing historical narratives into modern relevance once again. The casting of Pegg, a celebrated actor known for his comedic yet sensitive roles, promises to add depth and humor to such a serious topic, possibly igniting discussions among audiences everywhere, including Nigeria.

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Film Republic acquires Jack King's Edinburgh 2024 winner 'The ... (Screen International)

Film Republic has boarded world sales rights on Jack King's The Ceremony, winner of the inaugural Sean Connery award at last year's Edinburgh Film Festival.

Film London Lodestars 2025 Finalists Revealed | Film London (Film London)

Film London is proud to reveal its Lodestars 2025 Finalists today (Wednesday 29 January). Film London Lodestars is a programme celebrating the freshest, m.

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Doha Film Institute Gets Behind Projects By Sofia Alaoui, Oday ... (Deadline)

Doha Film Institute Gets Behind Feature Projects By Sofia Alaoui, Oday Rasheed, Youssef Chebbi, Lemohang Jeremiah Mosese In Fall Grants Round.

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Qatar's Doha Film Institute backs 47 projects in latest funding round (Screen International)

47 projects include post-apocalyptic 'In Memory Of Times To Come', a UK co-production.

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Finland's Into Films launches with Goteborg market title 'Flowers Of ... (Screen International)

Finnish producer Inka Hietala is launching Helsinki-based Into Films with a slate of film and TV projects including Flowers Of Farewell, ...

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Louth to feature in Angels in the Asylum film starring Simon Pegg (BBC News)

It tells the story of a group of women who were incarcerated in an asylum for being typhoid carriers. Filming is due to take place in Westgate, Schoolhouse Lane ...

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Jan-Ole Gerster's Thriller 'Islands' Boarded by Protagonist (Variety)

Protagonist will handle sales with Augenschein for Jan-Ole Gerster's thriller 'Islands,' starring Sam Riley, Stacy Martin and Jack Farthing.

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Celebrating a Remarkable Year for Death at Sea Film | Human ... (Human Rights At Sea)

Since Death at Sea officially premiered in January 2024 in London, the film has achieved significant success at internation.

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New Jersey's Film Future: Making the Numbers Work (Variety)

Film productions generated $67 million in 2017. In 2023, the annual amount of production spending surged to $592 million. Despite a national downturn in ...

Niehoff Center film series explores nature, culture through global ... (University of Cincinnati)

The Niehoff Center for Film and Media Studies at the University of Cincinnati invites the campus and community to delve into a thought-provoking film series ...

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Michelle Rodriguez, Noah Hawley Set for Texas Film Awards Honors (Variety)

Actress Michelle Rodriguez, writer-producer Noah Hawley and the founders of Alamo Drafthouse will be feted in March at the 25th Texas Film Awards.

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Disney+ to Invest 25% of its Local Turnover in French, Euro Series ... (Variety)

Disney+ as agreed to invest 25% of its local turnover to finance French, European content; and will get a nine-month window on newly released films.

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2025 College Town Film Series | Mercer Events (The Den)

The College Town Film Series is an annual collaboration of Middle Georgia State University, Wesleyan College, and Mercer University, which brings students…

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Second Year Film Fair Jan. 31! (UNCSA)

Friday, Jan. 31 is the second installment of the Film Fair! The Fair will be hosted in ACE Main Theatre from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. An opening presentation will ...

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Niehoff Center film series explores nature, culture through global ... (University of Cincinnati)

The Niehoff Center for Film and Media Studies at the University of Cincinnati invites the campus and community to delve into a thought-provoking film series ...

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Leslye Headland to Adapt 'Cult of Love' for Film, Exit 'Evelyn Hugo' (Variety)

Leslye Headland is currently drafting and developing a film adaptation of “Cult of Love,” but won't be directing "The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo."

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Comedic Coming-of-Age Film 'The Badgers' Picked Up by Picture Tree (Variety)

Picture Tree Intl. has secured the international sales rights for 'The Badgers,' a family adventure film helmed by Paul M. Lundo.

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Screaming Fox, Nordisk Film Join Tekele on Suvi West's 'Máttáráhká' (Variety)

Screaming Fox Productions and Nordisk Film Sweden join Tekele Productions on 'Máttáráhká,' directed bySuvi West.

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Clermont-Ferrand Short Film Festival Readies Mammoth Edition (Variety)

The festival that catapulted Jane Campion, Chloe Zhao and Denis Villeneuve now spotlights a new generation of emerging auteurs.

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Nicole Kidman's 'Babygirl' Hits $50 Million Global Box Office (Variety)

A24's provocative Nicole Kidman drama has become one of the studio's biggest hits, sparking cultural conversations worldwide.

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AWARD-WINNING DUT DRAMA STUDENT LINDANI MSIBI'S ... (Durban University of Technology)

The Durban University of Technology (DUT) Drama and Production Studies student, a multi-award winner in both theatre and filming, Lindani Msibi continues to ...

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'In Camera' Gets North America Deal After Star's BAFTA Nod (Variety)

Sunrise Films acquires North American rights to Naqqash Khalid's debut 'In Camera' starring BAFTA Rising Star nominee Nabhaan Rizwan.

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