Industry veteran and Hollywood screenwriter-turned-author/publisher Michael McGruther (Tigerland, The Puddle Club) releases space thriller CRISIS MOON and launches a call to action to indie writers nationwide. The novel is a rally against conventional Hollywood. First penned and marketed as a screenplay, McGruther encountered … [Read more...] about “Crisis Moon” Challenges Hollywood
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CJ 4DPLEX And The Walt Disney Studios To Release “Mulan” In 4DX And ScreenX
CJ 4DPLEX (www.cj4dx.com) and The Walt Disney Studios have announced that Disney's epic live-action film, "Mulan," will be releasing worldwide in the cutting-edge cinema technology formats, 4DX and ScreenX, starting March 25 in certain markets, totaling 734 4DX screens and 314 ScreenX screens worldwide. "Mulan" opens in North American theaters on March 27 on 40 4DX screens … [Read more...] about CJ 4DPLEX And The Walt Disney Studios To Release “Mulan” In 4DX And ScreenX
Smilegate Partners with Sony Pictures for CROSSFIRE Movie
Smilegate announced that it was partnering with Sony Pictures, one of the leading distributors in the United States, on the film adaptation of the global mega-hit game "CROSSFIRE." Tencent Pictures will co-produce and co-finance the project. Smilegate previously signed a contract with Original Film, a film production company run by Neal Moritz who produced the Fast … [Read more...] about Smilegate Partners with Sony Pictures for CROSSFIRE Movie
Harlem Globetrotters Sign First-Ever Player From Ukraine
The world famous Harlem Globetrotters today continued to extend the global nature of their roster, announcing the signing of their first-ever Ukrainian player who immediately joins the team's 2020 "Pushing the Limits" World Tour. Smoove Kryvenko, a high-flying 6-2 guard from Komsomol's'ke, Ukraine, joins the team's two other international rookies, Lucky … [Read more...] about Harlem Globetrotters Sign First-Ever Player From Ukraine
"Unruly Heroes" Wins the 47th Annie Awards, "The Oscars in Animation World"
On the evening of January 25, 2020, the 47th Annual Annie Awards, celebrated as "the Oscars in Animation World" took place in Los Angeles, California, the United States (US). Unruly Heroes, a side-scrolling game with multiple levels co-developed by China-based Perfect World and a French studio based on adventures of Journey to the West won the … [Read more...] about "Unruly Heroes" Wins the 47th Annie Awards, "The Oscars in Animation World"
Forum on Film Finance, Production & Distribution to be Held on Sunday, February 9 in Los Angeles
As the USA and China filmmakers look for more real opportunities in Hollywood and China you may wonder what the differences are in Film Finance, Production and Distribution in the two countries? Chinese investors flood into the USA and search out feature film investment seeking opportunities. Attend this exciting event to meet them. A forum hosted by the … [Read more...] about Forum on Film Finance, Production & Distribution to be Held on Sunday, February 9 in Los Angeles
Warner Bros. Pictures to Kick Off Chinese New Year with North American Theatrical Release of “Detective Chinatown 3”
In celebration of the Chinese New Year, Warner Bros. Pictures will invite audiences throughout the U.S. and Canada to experience the newest chapter in the hugely popular international franchise with the domestic theatrical release of “Detective Chinatown 3.” The action-comedy-mystery sequel is set to open in more than 150 theaters and limited IMAX engagements in major cities … [Read more...] about Warner Bros. Pictures to Kick Off Chinese New Year with North American Theatrical Release of “Detective Chinatown 3”
Dante Lam's Big Budget Action-Adventure Film 'The Rescue' Kicks Off Chinese New Year Blockbuster Season In The United Kingdom — In Multiple Languages
For the Chinese film industry, the Lunar New Year is akin to Hollywood's summer blockbuster season. It's a time when major studios release their largest tentpole movies, helmed by the country's top directors and featuring its biggest stars. Eager audiences pack local cinemas ready to be exhilarated while box office records are shattered on a now-annual basis. The … [Read more...] about Dante Lam's Big Budget Action-Adventure Film 'The Rescue' Kicks Off Chinese New Year Blockbuster Season In The United Kingdom — In Multiple Languages
iQIYI Announces Theatrical Release of its First Original Animation Film “Spycies” Across Overseas Markets
iQIYI, Inc.has announced that "Spycies", a family-friendly animated film produced by iQIYI Pictures, will hit theaters across China on January 11. Following its China premiere, the film will be subsequently released in overseas markets including Europe, North America, and Southeast Asia. The Film revolves around an alluring and complex action-adventure between "Spy Cat" … [Read more...] about iQIYI Announces Theatrical Release of its First Original Animation Film “Spycies” Across Overseas Markets
4th Annual “Hollywood China Night” Oscars Party Set for The Beverly Hilton on February 9, 2020
Every year in February, Los Angeles turns into a sea of red carpet and celebrity sightings as the award season polishes Oscar. Oscars night is full of glamour all over Hollywood, and the only party in Tinsel Town celebrating the blockbuster year of American and Chinese films and filmmakers will be "Hollywood China Night" at the world-renowned Beverly Hilton Hotel. Hollywood … [Read more...] about 4th Annual “Hollywood China Night” Oscars Party Set for The Beverly Hilton on February 9, 2020