Cannes, France – The National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS) has revealed during its participation in the Cannes Film Festival and Marche du Film 2012 the Malaysian government’s latest plans in developing the Malaysian creative industry, particularly in the feature film, television, visual effects, and animation sectors. Among several announcements made by FINAS’s Director General Mohd Naguib Razak, who leads the Malaysian delegation to Marche du Cannes this … [Read more...] about FINAS announces new initiatives to develop Malaysian film industry
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Lionsgate’s The Hunger Games goes IMAX in China
SANTA MONICA, Calif. and TORONTO – IMAX Corporation, one of the world's leading entertainment and technology companies, and Lionsgate, a leading global entertainment company, today announced that Lionsgate's blockbuster film The Hunger Games will be digitally re-mastered into the immersive IMAX® format and released in China in 67 IMAX® digital theatres in June. The film will be released nationwide in China, under the new revenue sharing terms outlined in the recently announced WTO … [Read more...] about Lionsgate’s The Hunger Games goes IMAX in China
MTV World Stage Live in Malaysia to return to Sunway Lagoon
Malaysia – MTV World Stage Live in Malaysia 2012 is coming to the Surf Beach at Sunway Lagoon on 14 July and will feature global phenomenon Justin Bieber, Korean pop sensations Jay Park and Kara, and the nation’s singer-songwriter Mizz Nina. MTV World Stage Live in Malaysia 2012 will be staged in front of a live audience of about 15,000 fans, and is being sponsored by Sunway Integrated Resort City, Lenovo, Xpax and Twisties, and supported by broadcast partner Astro. MTV World Stage … [Read more...] about MTV World Stage Live in Malaysia to return to Sunway Lagoon
Sony Pictures Television appoints new chief creative officer
Los Angeles/London – Sony Pictures Television (SPT) announced the appointment of Wayne Garvie as Chief Creative Officer, International Production. In this role, Garvie will be responsible for driving creative development across SPT’s global network of joint venture companies and its production studios outside of Los Angeles, turning locally developed properties into global formats and fostering co-developments across the group. He will report to Andrea Wong, President, SPT … [Read more...] about Sony Pictures Television appoints new chief creative officer
Australia’s Channel Seven scores big with Once Upon a Time.
Australia - Once Upon A Time premiered on Australia’s Channel Seven on Tuesday night with 1.4 million viewers, making it the No. 1 most-watched show of the night. It is now the No. 2 US drama series of 2012, behind Revenge. From master storytellers Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz (Lost, Tron: Legacy), Once Upon A Time invites audiences to brace themselves for a modern fairytale. Starring Jennifer Morrison from House as Emma Swan, the main character, this new series is from the US ABC … [Read more...] about Australia’s Channel Seven scores big with Once Upon a Time.
Star Chinese Movies’ crowning glory
Hong Kong - Star Chinese Movies, a dominant player in the Chinese entertainment category, will be broadcasting its new line-up of original series, live events, concerts and award-winning documentaries from 19 May, in addition to blockbuster movies. Also, the channel logo is set to change from a star into a crown. The crown features three points, which represent the channel’s aims of offering the best premium programmes, the best screening service and the largest Chinese movies inventory. … [Read more...] about Star Chinese Movies’ crowning glory
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