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International
Rise of French Films at International Box Offices in 2025
French film admissions in international markets rose 6% to 42.5 million in 2025, driven by animated titles like the Oscar-winning Flow and successful performances in Latin America.
Film Market
High-Concept Series and Experimental Cinema Make its Way to Berlinale
The 2026 Berlinale has announced an expanded focus on television content with 17 scripted series and three docuseries at its Series Market, alongside its Forum section featuring politically engaged documentaries and experimental cinema from around the world.
Film
Genre Films Take Spotlight This Awards’ Season
Horror and fantasy films like Sinners, Weapons, and Wicked: For Good are challenging awards season stigma by demonstrating that genre storytelling rooted in authentic character work and human emotion deserves serious recognition alongside traditional dramas.
Industry
Historic Radford Studios to Transfer Ownership
Hackman Capital Partners is set to cede ownership of Radford Studio Center, the 55-acre Los Angeles production facility, to Goldman Sachs and other lenders after defaulting on a $1.1 billion mortgage amid production slow-down.
Streaming
Renewed License Deal Between A24 and HBO Max
HBO Max and A24 have renewed their multiyear licensing deal that will bring A24 films, including upcoming titles like Marty Supreme and The Moment, exclusively to the streaming platform during the Pay-1 window in the US.
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