Bafta film awards will take place without a live audience
The Bafta film awards will take place in April without a live audience, it has been confirmed.
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Tom Holland on Cherry transformation: ‘I got very sick’
Tom Holland has spoken about the toll the physical transformation for his latest film role took on him, saying it was “awful”.
Filming for Hollywood movie Tetris begins in Aberdeen
Filming for Hollywood movie Tetris has begun in Aberdeen today.
1917 the biggest film of 2020 at the UK box office, says BFI
War epic 1917 was the biggest film at the UK box office last year, according to the British Film Institute.
Covid restrictions putting TV sector workers at risk of burnout, MSPs told
The physical and mental toll of coronavirus restrictions mean people working in film and television are at “great danger of burnout”, a leading writer has warned.
Streaming services help drive music industry to ‘highest revenues since 2006’
Growth in streaming last year helped drive revenues in the UK music market to its highest total since 2006, according to a trade body.
North-east cinemas to close as region enters Level 3 restrictions
Cinemas across the north-east will temporarily close when the new coronavirus restrictions come into force on Friday.
Film about surfer who lost brother to shark attack wins competition
A surfer who lost his brother to a shark attack said he hopes to inspire others with a short film which won what was billed as the world’s largest competition for shorts.
Aberdeen cinema closes doors for remainder of festive period
An Aberdeen cinema will remain shut during the festive season.
Film industry is scared of taking risks, says Blue Story producer
The coronavirus pandemic has made film companies “scared” about taking risks, according to a producer.
New Amazon thriller to be set on oil rig off the North Sea
A new Amazon thriller set on a remote oil rig just off the Scottish coast in the North Sea is heading to our screens.
North-east films wanted for Doric Film Festival
Applications are now being accepted for a north-east film festival.
Jessica Swale: We have to encourage people back into cinemas
Director and playwright Jessica Swale has said it is a “privilege” to release one of the first new films since cinemas reopened and encouraged people who are visiting pubs to also return to the big screen.
Film festival goes virtual amid coronavirus outbreak
A film festival postponed due to the coronavirus is going virtual and moving part of its programme online to ensure that audiences do not miss out.
Sir Billy Connolly may consider return to acting
Sir Billy Connolly has said he may consider a return to acting if a “nice thing” came up.
New cinema complex ‘will be 21st century temple for film’
Plans for a new £50 million cinema complex that would become the home for the Edinburgh International Film Festival have been unveiled.
Film pirate jailed over Fast & Furious scam
A film pirate who plotted to release a Fast & Furious movie before it hit the big screen could have cost the industry more than £200 million, police said.
Tourism campaign bids to attract film fans to Falkirk and West Lothian
A new tourism campaign has been launched to highlight television and film productions shot in Falkirk and West Lothian.
Baftas: Joaquin Phoenix steps out in same suit for third awards show running
With the number of flights taken to get to each ceremony and the emissions involved in making each new red carpet outfit, awards season isn’t particularly environmentally friendly. Joaquin Phoenix has taken an unusual stand this year by pledging to wear the same Stella McCartney suit for each event, and he now looks to have stepped out in the black tux at the British Academy Film Awards.
Taron Egerton reveals Sir Elton John’s reaction to Golden Globes snub
Taron Egerton has said he regrets forgetting to thank Sir Elton John at the Golden Globe awards – but the singer quickly forgave him.
Statues celebrating nearly a century of cinema to be placed in Leicester Square
Bronze statues depicting famous moments and characters in cinema from the last century will be placed in Leicester Square in a celebration of London’s film history.
Film producer Kathleen Kennedy to receive Bafta Fellowship
Producer Kathleen Kennedy is to be presented with the Bafta Fellowship at the 2020 film awards ceremony.
Frozen 2 melts the hearts of both old and young in Aberdeen
Hundreds of youngsters in Aberdeen were left spellbound after watching the new Frozen 2 film on the big screen.
North-east safety firm commended
A north-east organisation has been commended for improving safety in the oil industry.
Politician praises north-east film director
A north-east film director has had his prestigious Scottish Bafta award win recognised in the Scottish Parliament.
Use of CGI James Dean in new film sparks an outcry
James Dean has not been alive in 64 years, but the Rebel Without A Cause actor has been cast in a new film about the Vietnam War.
Harry Potter fans invited to bid for Hogwarts acceptance letter
Aspiring witches and wizards no longer have to wait for their ticket to Hogwarts to be delivered by owl as one of Harry Potter’s acceptance letters goes under the hammer.
North-east MSP’s praise for hard-hitting organ donation film
A documentary made in Aberdeen urging people to sign the organ donor register has been commended to Holyrood.
Film-maker Nate Parker apologises for being ‘tone deaf’
Film-maker Nate Parker, who three years ago came under scrutiny for a rape allegation from college, has apologised for his response at the time.
Disney’s live-action Mulan facing boycott calls over star’s Hong Kong comments
Disney’s live-action reimagining of Mulan is facing calls for a boycott after its star reportedly voiced support for police in Hong Kong.