This Week's Handful of Must-See Headlines

Movie Theaters

The Cinema Experience: BFI Report Shows the Positive Impact of Movie Theaters
The BFI and Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre joined forces for a study revealing that U.K. cinemas bring about £600,000 in annual societal benefit per venue. The report emphasizes how cinemas rejuvenate and uplift local communities, providing enriching experiences beyond movies.

Awards

Emmy Awards Reveal: The Official Lineup of Categories for Telecast
The Television Academy unveiled the 25 categories for the 75th Emmy Awards, airing on Fox from the Peacock Theater at L.A. Live on January 15, 2024. Notable updates involve showcasing Variety Special (Live) during the main event, while awards for Outstanding Writing in these categories move to the 2023 Creative Arts Emmy Awards.

International

Streaming in New Zealand: Producers Seek Local Regulations
New Zealand’s screen producers’ guild, SPADA, is pushing for regulations on global streaming platforms. SPADA's president, Irene Gardiner, highlights concern about tax contributions, regulatory gaps, and the use of government infrastructure. Local agencies, such as NZ Film Commission, NZ On Air, and Te Mangai Paho, are advocating for the industry. Revenue support to these agencies can reinforce the value of local and global content creation.

Film Festival

Mountain Town Festival: HIFF Partners Bring Film Festival to Jackson, Wyoming
The inaugural Jackson Hole International Film Festival, in partnership with the Hamptons International Film Festival, kicks off from December 8 to 10. Led by Stuart Suna, former owner of Silvercup Studios, the festival will showcase eight narrative and documentary features at The National Museum of Wildlife Art in Jackson. Its goal: sparking artistic imagination and enriching local culture.

DEI

Empowering Disabled Artists: Streamer Creates Education New Program
Netflix and Making Space Media are collaborating to introduce a tutorial program for graphic designers with disabilities. This five-course initiative focuses on key art and poster design, imparting essential design elements to blind persons, the Deaf community, and neurodivergent artists. The program aims to forge accessible entry points into the entertainment industry, offering selected artists potential contract opportunities with Netflix upon completion.

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