|
|
|
 Issue Date: 02/21/2025 | Click headlines for full story, pics, video or to comment
SHOOT News of the Day
A Similar But Different Take On A Feature Film Debut
Similar But Different is not only the moniker for the directorial duo of Dani Girdwood and Charlotte Fassler but also in some respects an apt description of their feature filmmaking debut, My Fault: London (Amazon MGM Studios). The movie, which premiered last week on Amazon Prime Video, has on one level some select elements similar
Full Article Permalink: https://www.shootonline.com/article/a-similar-but-different-take-on-a-feature-film-debut/
The Oscars Are More International Than Ever. But Is The International Film Category Broken?
For many filmmakers, the Oscars are a pipe dream. But not because they think their movies aren’t good enough. The Iranian director, Mohammad Rasoulof, for instance, knew his native country was more likely to jail him than submit his film for the Academy Awards. Iran, like some other countries including Russia, has an official government
Full Article Permalink: https://www.shootonline.com/article/the-oscars-are-more-international-than-ever-but-is-the-international-film-category-broken/
Director Angie Bird Joins Scheme Engine For U.S. Representation
Scheme Engine has added director/photographer Angie Bird to its roster for U.S. representation spanning commercials and original content. Bird crafts deeply human and charismatic portrayals of community, empowerment and the rituals of celebration across commercials, elevated documentary and short film. A former agency creative, Bird has a body of brand work consisting of cinematic lifestyle
Full Article Permalink: https://www.shootonline.com/article/director-angie-bird-joins-scheme-engine-for-u-s-representation/
AP sues 3 Trump administration officials, citing freedom of speech
The Associated Press sued three Trump administration officials Friday over access to presidential events, citing freedom of speech in asking a federal judge to stop the 10-day blocking of its journalists. The lawsuit was filed Friday afternoon in U.S. District Court in Washington, D.C. The AP says its case is about an unconstitutional effort by
Full Article Permalink: https://www.shootonline.com/shoot_newsbriefs/ap-sues-3-trump-administration-officials-citing-freedom-of-speech/
Institute signs 5 world-class photographers
Multiplatform production house Institute has signed five visual artists for still photography representation: Derrick Ofosu Boateng, Andy Dixon, Robert LeBlanc, Eimear Lynch, and Anastasia Samoylova. Institute continues to build upon its ability to deliver creative collaboration for clients, including crossover still photography/commercialmaking talents like Lauren Greenfield, Ray Neutron, Blaise Cepis, and Thandiwe Muriu. Ghanaian-born and
Full Article Permalink: https://www.shootonline.com/shoot_newsbriefs/institute-signs-5-world-class-photographers/
ESPN and Major League Baseball will end their national television deal after 2025 season
ESPN’s coverage of Major League Baseball games — at least in its current form — will conclude at the end of the 2025 season. ESPN chairman Jimmy Pitaro informed baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred on Thursday morning that the network was opting out of the final three years of its contract, two people told The Associated
Full Article Permalink: https://www.shootonline.com/shoot_newsbriefs/espn-and-major-league-baseball-will-end-their-national-television-deal-after-2025-season/
Google agrees to pay Italy $340 million to settle a tax evasion investigation
Italian prosecutors said Wednesday (2/19) they will seek to drop a tax evasion investigation against Google after the tech giant agreed to pay a 326 million euro ($340 million) settlement. Milan prosecutors had opened an investigation against Google for failure to pay taxes on earnings in Italy from 2015-2019. The investigation focused on revenues from
Full Article Permalink: https://www.shootonline.com/shoot_newsbriefs/google-agrees-to-pay-italy-340-million-to-settle-a-tax-evasion-investigation/
To view all SHOOT stories and features on SHOOTonline click here.
Issue Date: 02/21/2025 | Click headlines for full story, pics, video or to comment
SPW News of the Day
Quirky New Campaign For The 2025 AMP Awards For Music & Sound From TiNY Promotes Call For Entries
A new creative campaign supporting entries for the 2025 AMP Awards for Music & Sound, created by TiNY, the boutique creative agency known for bold ideas and sharp execution, has launched, and it’s turning up everyone’s ears. That’s because the campaign’s quirky social videos feature talking ears (among other body parts), hilariously highlighting the often
Full Article Permalink: https://www.shootonline.com/spw/quirky-new-campaign-for-the-2025-amp-awards-for-music-sound-from-tiny-promotes-call-for-entries/
DWA Presents Ultimate Events, February 2025 Edition (Hybrid Special)
The phenomenon known as SXSW was launched in Austin, Texas, USA, back in 1987. Starting on 7 March, the 2025 SXSW Conference & Festivals will introduce what’s next in the worlds of film, culture, music, and technology, providing rich opportunities for professionals at all levels to participate, network, and supercharge our careers. Aiming to shake
Full Article Permalink: https://www.shootonline.com/spw/dwa-presents-ultimate-events-february-2025-edition-hybrid-special/
To view all stories on The SHOOT Publicity Wire click here.
|
