SANTA MONICA & UNIVERSAL CITY, CALIFORNIA ( July 23, 2025 )
Lionsgate and Universal Pictures’ “Michael” to Be Released in Theaters April 24, 2026
“Michael,” the highly anticipated biopic of the legendary global superstar Michael Jackson, from Academy Award-winning producer Graham King (“Bohemian Rhapsody,” “The Departed”) and directed by Antoine Fuqua (“Training Day,” “The Equalizer”…
BURBANK, CALIFORNIA ( July 23, 2025 )
“Kygo: Back at the Bowl” Trailer and Poster Debut
DJ-music producer Kygo and CJ 4DPLEX, the world’s leading producer of premium film formats and cinema technologies, today debuted the official trailer and concert film poster for the highly anticipated, “Kygo: Back at the Bowl.” Following Kygo’s sold-out concert from the “Kygo Worl…
DENVER, COLORADO & PARIS, FRANCE (July 23, 2025)
ONTARIO, CANADA ( July 23, 2025 )
TIFF’s 2025 Discovery Programme Shines a Spotlight on Emerging Global Talent With This Year’s Slate of Films
Today, TIFF proudly announces its 2025 Discovery programme, presented by Air France, offering audiences a rare treat to witness talented, visionary filmmakers from across the globe premiering their debut and sophomore features. This year’s diverse lineup kicks off strongly with its opening night fil…
CINCINNATI, OHIO (July 22, 2025)
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA ( July 22, 2025 )
Imax, Mercury Studios and Filmrise Partner for Exclusive Release of “Prince – Sign o’ the Times” In Collaboration With Paisley Park Enterprises
IMAX, Mercury Studios and FilmRise, a Radial Entertainment Company, announced today that, for the first time ever, the iconic concert film “Prince – Sign O’ The Times” will be released in IMAX theatres globally for a limited time beginning August 29, 2025. The critically acclaimed 1987 f…
TORONTO, CANADA ( July 22, 2025 )
TIFF’s 2025 Platform Programme Celebrates Its Tenth Anniversary With Groundbreaking New Voices and Global Perspectives
TIFF today announces its 2025 Platform programme lineup, marking the tenth anniversary of the Festival’s auteur competitive section, which champions bold directorial vision and distinctive storytelling. Platform offers audiences a first glimpse at some of the most compelling cinematic voices on the…
NEW YORK, NEW YORK ( July 21, 2025 )
Sonya Chung to Step Down as Director of Film Forum; Board of Directors Launches Search for Executive Director
Sonya Chung, Director of Film Forum, NYC’s leading non-profit independent cinema since 1970, has announced plans to step down from her role at the end of this year. During her leadership tenure (Deputy Director 2020-23; Director since July 1, 2023), Chung helped Film Forum weather the closure period…
ONTARIO, CANADA ( July 21, 2025 )
TIFF Rolls Out the Red Carpet to Welcome This Year’s Gala and Special Presentations Programmes
TIFF is set to dazzle this September as it celebrates its 50th edition with a red carpet–ready slate of Official Selections from its Gala and Special Presentations programmes. As part of its full list, TIFF is presenting world premieres including Aziz Ansari’s “Good Fortune,” Maude Apato…
BEIJING, CHINA ( July 18, 2025 )
Christie Reinforces Cinema Leadership at BIRTV 2025 With Cutting-Edge Projection Solutions
Christie is set to redefine the cinematic experience at the Beijing International Radio, TV and Film Exhibition (BIRTV), taking place from July 23–26 at the China International Exhibition Center. Attendees can explore cutting-edge cinema technologies designed to meet the needs of all screen types, r…
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM ( July 18, 2025 )
Independent Cinema Office Celebrates 2025 Miles Ketley Fund Awardees and Expands Support for Emerging UK Filmmakers
The Independent Cinema Office (ICO) has announced the latest cohort of awardees for the annual Miles Ketley Memorial Fund, a unique initiative supporting early-career UK filmmakers who have already made their first short or feature and are seeking to take their next step in the industry. Distinctive…
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM (July 18, 2025)
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA ( July 18, 2025 )
Black Bear Launches U.S. Theatrical Distribution Headed by Benjamin Kramer
Black Bear, a leading independent studio that produces, finances, and distributes films globally, announced today it is expanding into U.S. theatrical distribution, with Benjamin Kramer to oversee as Black Bear’s President of U.S. Distribution. Black Bear’s expansion, a natural evolution from its in…
MONTCLAIR, NEW JERSEY ( July 18, 2025 )
Montclair Film Announces Plan to Reopen the Historic Bellevue Theatre
Montclair Film, New Jersey’s leading film non-profit, today announced that it has signed a multi-year agreement to operate The Bellevue Theatre, a three screen cinema located at 260 Bellevue Avenue, Upper Montclair, NJ. The agreement was signed today by Montclair Film @ The Bellevue LLC, a single me…
Santa Monica, California ( July 17, 2025 )
Erin Westerman Named President of Lionsgate Motion Picture Group
Erin Westerman has been named president of the Lionsgate Motion Picture Group. In her role, she will oversee all aspects of the development and production of Lionsgate’s robust slate of diversified theatrical film releases. The announcement was made by Adam Fogelson, chair, Lionsgate Motion Picture…
AUSTIN, TEXAS (July 17, 2025)
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA & DENVER, COLORADO ( July 17, 2025 )
Fathom Entertainment Brings the U.S. Theatrical Release of Luke Sparke’s Dinosaur Vietnam War Thriller “Primitive War” To Theatres Nationwide Starting August 21
Fathom Entertainment, the leading specialty distributor of content to theatrical partners worldwide, announced today the company will distribute to theatres nationwide director Luke Sparke’s latest film, “Primitive War.” Receiving one million trailer views within the first 24 hours of it…
SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA ( July 16, 2025 )
International Partners Line Up for Lionsgate’s “The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping” Next Installment of the $3.3 Billion Box Office Franchise
Reflecting strong demand in the international marketplace, Lionsgate (NYSE: LION) has locked in world-class distribution partners on “The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping,” the sixth installment of the $3.3 billion box office franchise, based on the bestseller by Suzanne Collins. The…
SYDNEY & NEW YORK ( July 16, 2025 )
HOYTS Cinemas and IMAX Relaunch Partnership with Up to Five New IMAX With Laser Locations Across Australia
IMAX Corporation (NYSE: IMAX) and HOYTS Cinemas, one of Australia’s leading cinema chains, today announced a new agreement for up to five state-of-the-art IMAX with Laser systems throughout Australia. The deal reignites the partnership between the two companies, which have not operated an IMAX locat…
NEW YORK, NEW YORK & DENVER, COLORADO ( July 16, 2025 )
Sony Pictures Classics and Fathom Entertainment to Premiere Broadway Hit “Merrily We Roll Along” in Theatres Worldwide on December 5
Sony Pictures Classics announced today that they will premiere worldwide “Merrily We Roll Along,” the live filmed version by director Maria Friedman of the smash four-time Tony Award-winning musical performance, in collaboration with Fathom Entertainment, the leading specialty distributo…
