Brussels-based sales agent Be For Films has closed major deals on “Love Me Tender,” Anna Cazenave Cambet’s sophomore feature starring Vicky Krieps (“Hot Milk”) following its well-received world premiere at Cannes’ Un Certain Regard. Based on Constance Debré’s autobiographical novel, the film follows Clémence (Krieps), whose life is
Jason Constantine, co-president of the Lionsgate Motion Picture Group, has died after a battle with cancer. He was 55. “With his fearless spirit, creative energy and enduring talent relationships, Jason embodied the very best of our studio and our industry,” said Lionsgate in a statement.
David Baxter, Vice President of Development at Legion M, launched Larger Than Life Entertainment. Baxter’s new production banner means he has had to step away from Legion M. His new venture will debut with a slate of projects including “Secret Weapon,” a drama/thriller about how
The Italian mainland boasts a host of film festivals from the giants like Venice, Torino and Rome to the specialist cinephile celebrations like the Bologna Cinema Ritrovato and Pordenone’s annual celebration of silent cinema. But few of them boast as beautiful and historical a setting
Spotify this week laid off 15 employees in its podcast division, spanning The Ringer and Spotify Studios, Variety has confirmed. The cuts, made internally Tuesday, represent a 5% reduction in headcount across The Ringer and Spotify Studios. The roles that were eliminated will be reallocated
Laura Karpman and Leigh Roberts were among the top honorees at SESAC’s Film and Television Awards in Santa Monica, Calif., on Wednesday, for their work on “The Marvels” and “Mafia Spies,” respectively. Those recognized across mediums included Karpman for streaming performance; Jon Ehrlich for streaming
Live entertainment and tech platform Fever said on Thursday it acquired the U.K. ticketing and discovery platform Dice. Fever’s acquisition will allow fans to continue enjoying everything Dice has to offer while also allowing venues, artists, and promoters to gain access to Fever’s discovery engine
Nearly 60 years after it was recorded, a legendary early club set from Sly & the Family Stone will finally be officially released. “The First Family: Live at Winchester Cathedral 1967” will be released July 18 on High Moon Records. It’s the earliest known live recording