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21/07/2008 $3 billion box office bonanza for British Film in 2007
British films were a $3 billion hit last year, according to the latest statistics published today by the UK Film Council.
Beatles legend Lennon, a graphic heroine, and stories about love and politics set for new films backed by the Lottery
14/07/2008 BAFTA Scotland Awards 2008: Call for entries
BAFTA Scotland has announced the call for entries for The Lloyds TSB BAFTA Scotland Awards 2008. Categories will include film, television, animation and interactive media.
11/07/2008 Toronto Talent Lab, Canada
Toronto Talent Lab and Skillset are excited to once again present an opportunity for two talented Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) filmmakers to participate in the Talent Lab programme.
Advance ticket sales are highest in the world amongst IMAX cinemas, topping £120,000 with 10,000 tickets sold already
8/07/2008 High-wire thriller gets wider distribution backed by Lottery funds.
James Marsh's award-winning film is one of ten to receive UK Film Council distribution funding
Inside Pictures has announced the 15 successful applicants for the 2008 programme. The group was chosen from hundreds of applications through a committee selection process and a shortlist of interviews.
4/07/2008 Bridget Jones director joins UK Film Council board
Acclaimed film and television director Beeban Kidron has joined the UK Film Council's Board of Directors. The appointment was made by Margaret Hodge MP, Minister for Culture today and will run for four years from 1 July 2008.
30/06/2008 Award winners announced at 62nd Edinburgh International Film Festival
The Edinburgh International Film Festival announced the winners in the ten competition categories for both feature and short films.
20/06/2008 UK Film Council activity in Edinburgh to support filmmakers
The Edinburgh International Film Festival has got off to a flying start with an exciting line-up of events and activities for filmmakers attending the festival, supported by the UK Film Council.
