“Outside”, a new track with music and lyrics by Gary Clark has been released ahead of the UK premiere of Sing Street at the Lyric Hammersmith. Outside is performed by Adam Hunter who will make his musical theatre debut in the role of Brendan in this stage adaptation, he featured on the original soundtrack for… read more >
Modern Films are pleased to announce the UK theatrical release of BLUE ROAD – THE EDNA O’BRIEN STORY, which will open in UK cinemas on 18 April 2025, following its World Premiere at the 2024 Toronto Film Festival and US Premiere at DOC NYC 2024. BLUE ROAD – THE EDNA O’BRIEN STORY is a candid… read more >
On the evening of 13 March 2025, young filmmakers and leading figures from the UK film industry gathered to celebrate the first anniversary of the inclusive filmmaking initiative from Into Film, Every Child a Filmmaker. This special event, hosted by Universal Pictures, highlighted the impact of the programme over the past year and fundraised for… read more >
At the 97th Academy Awards, Die Another Day’s Halle Berry paid tribute to all the recipients of the recent Governors Awards and introduced a musical medley to honour Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli’s Irving G Thalberg Award. Reflecting on their contributions, Berry remarked, “I had the great pleasure of working with Barbara and Michael… read more >
Buena Vista Social Club now in previews on Broadway. From the heart of Cuba to the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (36 West 45th St), the musical brings the Grammy-winning album to life on stage. Tickets on sale now. Set in 1950s Havana and based on true events, the vibrant narrative unfolds as young musicians create a… read more >
Amazon MGM Studios, Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli today announced that they have formed a new joint venture to house the James Bond intellectual property rights, and those parties will remain co-owners of the franchise. Under the terms of the new venture, Amazon MGM Studios will gain creative control of the James Bond franchise… read more >
Time’s Up UK and US-based diversity and inclusion platform Black Beauty Roster (BBR) celebrated and championed hair and makeup equity on set at an inaugural salon event on 14th February at Claridge’s, London. Time’s Up UK Chair, Dame Heather Rabbatts, said “We are proud to be collaborating with our friends at Black Beauty Roster (BBR),… read more >
During a routine pickup, an elderly Vietnamese cab driver is taken hostage at gunpoint by three recently escaped Orange County convicts. From award-winning writer and director Sing J. Lee, Inspired by true events, The Accidental Getaway Driver is a Thunder Road / K Period Media production starring Hiệp Trần Nghĩa, Dustin Nguyen, Dali Benssalah, Phi… read more >
EON Productions and Amazon MGM Studios are excited to announce they are collaborating on a reimagined film adaptation of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG. The much-loved children’s story about a magical flying car will be adapted for the screen by writer Enda Walsh (Small Things Like These) and will be directed by Matthew Warchus (Matilda the… read more >
Congratulations to Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli on becoming recipients of the Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award. This honorary Academy Award – previously bestowed to Cubby Broccoli by Roger Moore in 1982 – was presented to Michael and Barbara by Daniel Craig at the 15th Governors Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday (17 November)…. read more >