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Film Market
The European Film Market Sees Attendance Jump
The European Film Market in Berlin reported strong momentum this year, with attendance up 5% to more than 12,500 professionals. The market screened 606 films and expanded engagement through new initiatives including Animation Days, Games IP pitching, and the Berlinale Film School Summit.
Television
UK Viewing Shifts
A new report from Barb shows that more than half of UK YouTube viewing now takes place on television sets. Live TV viewing has fallen to 45% overall, while Netflix continues to lead streamers, even as live broadcasts remain strong for major events.
International
New Fund Backs German Israeli Co-Productions
The FutureNARRATIVE Fund has launched in Berlin, offering financial support and a shared development framework for German Israeli co productions across film, television, and theater. The initiative combines private, corporate, and public funding to encourage long-term creative collaboration.
Gaming
‘Survivor’ Expands Into Mobile Games
CBS and Zynga are bringing Survivor into mobile gaming for the first time. The partnership introduces themed events and challenges across titles like Words With Friends and Zynga Poker, timed to the show’s 50th season premiere on February 25.
Sports
Formula One Races Head to IMAX Screens
IMAX and Apple TV+ will broadcast five Formula One Grands Prix live in more than 50 IMAX locations across the US. The move marks the first live Formula One cinema screenings and builds on the success of their recent F1 film collaboration.
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