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Film
Barbenheimer: The Summer’s Most Unconventional Double Feature
On the same day, two very different summer blockbusters, Barbie and Oppenheimer, set to open and take the world by storm. AMC reports that 40,000 tickets have already been secured for back-to-back screenings of these contrasting films. The social media frenzy around them is intriguing, but one thing is clear: people are thrilled to be back in theaters!
DEI
Concord Grants Music Rights: Outfest Initiative for Underrepresented Filmmakers
Concord's latest Outfest initiative grants access to its music library for up-and-coming LGBTQIA+ filmmakers of color. Three short films, premiered at the festival, showcased creative use of popular songs from Concord's catalog. Through a competitive process, three pitches were selected, and Concord provided financing and support for these outstanding films.
Sports
Milestone Coverage: Record Breaking Airtime for FIFA Women’s World Cup
Fox Sports is set to make history with the most extensive coverage of the FIFA Women’s World Cup ever. From July 20 to August 20, Fox Sports 1 will air 64 matches, totaling approximately 190 hours of live soccer programming. Additionally, expect pre- and post-game shows and other soccer-inspired content to enhance the viewing experience. Don't miss the U.S. national team's quest for a third consecutive victory.
International
Italy’s Production Tax Credit: Government Aims To Reform Program
Italy's 40% tax credit has become a magnet for international shoots, supporting over 800 projects last year. Deputy culture minister Lucia Borgonzoni aims to enhance the program's appeal by reforming it to attract higher quality projects and budgets of €1.5m. Clearer rules will ensure high-quality productions qualify, featuring more Italian talent, and potentially securing additional funding from the Culture Ministry.
Film Festival
Competition in Sarajevo: Film Festival Prepares for 29th Edition
Mark your calendars: the Sarajevo Film Festival will take place from August 11 to 18 in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The Feature Film Competition will showcase 11 titles, including world premieres of Austrian-Iranian film Europa and Greek film Medium. Get ready for an exciting lineup of 49 films competing for the coveted title of "Heart of Sarajevo."
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