Academy Awards

Artdocfest is a crucial outpost of free expression on Russia’s doorstep

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星期三, 三月 13, 2024

When The Motherland Aborts You, also titled Country Abortion (Zoya Vodyanova, a pseudonym, Czechia/US) follows a lesbian couple.

Key Points: 
  • When The Motherland Aborts You, also titled Country Abortion (Zoya Vodyanova, a pseudonym, Czechia/US) follows a lesbian couple.
  • One of the women, Zakhara, has moved to India and the other, Lina, starts the film in St Petersburg.
  • Franak Viačorka, Tsikhanouskaya’s chief political advisor spoke at the festival, necessitating heightened security and illustrating Artdocfest’s importance.
  • Latvia shares a border with Belarus and Russia: these dictatorships are a threat to their neighbours as well their own citizens.

‘Ukraine Above All’

  • Artdocfest has promoted films by and about Ukraine ever since the 2014 illegal annexation of Ukraine, even when it was based in Russia.
  • However, a global appetite for Ukrainian documentary films about the war means some of the biggest now head to Sundance or Berlin festivals, achieving wider distribution.
  • The Mist (Dmytro Shovkoplias) is an immersive film conveying the confusion and disorientation of suddenly finding yourself caught in a war.
  • This same dislocation of up to 10 million people was depicted by winner of the main prize, In the Rearview.


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Jeremy Hicks is a member of the UK Labour Party

Entertainment Expo Hong Kong kicks off

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星期五, 三月 1, 2024

HONG KONG, Mar 1, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - The 20th edition of the Entertainment Expo Hong Kong, which is being held from 24 February to 14 April, promises to be an arts and culture extravaganza showcasing the best of Hong Kong film, television, music and digital entertainment across 10 events.

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  • HONG KONG, Mar 1, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - The 20th edition of the Entertainment Expo Hong Kong, which is being held from 24 February to 14 April, promises to be an arts and culture extravaganza showcasing the best of Hong Kong film, television, music and digital entertainment across 10 events.
  • The annual Expo attracts international stars, directors and entertainment industry elites to Hong Kong and is pleased to announce Leon Lai as this year's Expo ambassador.
  • Alongside the three founding events, Hong Kong International Film and TV Market, Hong Kong International Film Festival, and Hong Kong Film Awards, seven core programmes will showcase Hong Kong's status as a leading business hub for the creative industries in Asia.
  • Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the Expo is sponsored by Create Hong Kong (CreateHK), the Film Development Fund and the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau of the Hong Kong SAR.

Avid Celebrates Outstanding Achievements of Its Creative Users at 96th Academy Awards® and BAFTAs

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星期二, 三月 12, 2024

Lame edited Oppenheimer with Avid Media Composer ®, the industry’s gold-standard editing tool for creative professionals.

Key Points: 
  • Lame edited Oppenheimer with Avid Media Composer ®, the industry’s gold-standard editing tool for creative professionals.
  • Ever since its trailblazing launch, Avid Media Composer has been consistently recognized as the industry’s top video editing system.
  • Further recognition from the Academy for Avid’s creative tools came in 2004 when the business received an Oscar® for pioneering creative tools for audio postproduction with Avid Pro Tools®.
  • Academy Awards and Oscar are the registered trademarks and service marks of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

Brera Holdings Signs All-Star Advisory Board to Lead Soccer World’s First Nasdaq-Listed Multi-Club Ownership Model

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星期二, 二月 27, 2024

DUBLIN, Ireland and MILAN, Italy, Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brera Holdings PLC (“Brera Holdings”, “Brera” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: BREA) is pleased to announce the formation of a top-tier Advisory Board to lead the world’s first publicly-traded multi-club ownership (“MCO”) company in global football (American soccer).

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  • DUBLIN, Ireland and MILAN, Italy, Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brera Holdings PLC (“Brera Holdings”, “Brera” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: BREA) is pleased to announce the formation of a top-tier Advisory Board to lead the world’s first publicly-traded multi-club ownership (“MCO”) company in global football (American soccer).
  • Rothenberg was president of U.S. Soccer , the governing body of American soccer during the 1990s and oversaw both the 1994 FIFA World Cup in the United States and the establishment of Major League Soccer (“MLS”) in 1996.
  • Geller has been a member of the board of directors for numerous Nasdaq and New York Stock Exchange listed companies.
  • “Landing an all-star team to join our Advisory Board is a resounding stamp of approval for Brera’s business model.

New Awards Program Celebrates Canada’s Youngest Changemakers

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星期三, 二月 21, 2024

Awards to celebrate the accomplishments of Canada’s youngest young changemakers.

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  • Awards to celebrate the accomplishments of Canada’s youngest young changemakers.
  • The awards recognize diverse young leaders driving social impact on issues that matter most to Generation Z, including: mental health, racism and discrimination, climate change, reconciliation, bullying, physical activity and more.
  • Sophie Gregoire Trudeau serves as the Honourary Patron for the awards, and Peter MacKay, Counsel at McInnes Cooper and former Parliamentarian, alongside Nazanin Afshin-Jam, human rights activist, are the Honourary Co-Chairs.
  • Awards that acknowledge the positive impact that young Canadians make from coast to coast to coast,” says Marci Ien, Minister of Women, Gender Equality and Youth.

Nuclear Threat Initiative Launches “Make Nukes History” Campaign to Spotlight Nuclear Weapon Risks Ahead of Academy Awards

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星期三, 三月 6, 2024

The Nuclear Threat Initiative (NTI) launched a “Make Nukes History” campaign today in Los Angeles, leveraging the attention on Christopher Nolan’s Oscar-nominated film Oppenheimer to elevate the conversation about the nuclear threat in the run-up to the Academy Awards.

Key Points: 
  • The Nuclear Threat Initiative (NTI) launched a “Make Nukes History” campaign today in Los Angeles, leveraging the attention on Christopher Nolan’s Oscar-nominated film Oppenheimer to elevate the conversation about the nuclear threat in the run-up to the Academy Awards.
  • In the letter, the artists and advocates said, “We want to raise our voices to remind people that while Oppenheimer is history, nuclear weapons are not.
  • “Today, nine countries hold 13,000 nuclear weapons, a new arms race is underway and nuclear sabre-rattling has reappeared.
  • Modine has also produced the new documentary feature Downwind about the impact of nuclear weapons testing during the Cold War.

JCPenney Debuts First-Ever Prom Collaboration with Celebrity Costume Designer Johnny Wujek

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As America’s teens get ready to dance the night away during high school’s most iconic fashion moment of the year, JCPenney is helping them shine with its first-ever prom collaboration, launched in partnership with award-winning celebrity costume designer Johnny Wujek.

Key Points: 
  • As America’s teens get ready to dance the night away during high school’s most iconic fashion moment of the year, JCPenney is helping them shine with its first-ever prom collaboration, launched in partnership with award-winning celebrity costume designer Johnny Wujek.
  • To make the prom shopping experience even easier, teens can visit JCPenney Beauty for all the latest make-up trends and JCPenney Salons for hair styling services.
  • “It’s a privilege to work with Johnny to bring prom to life at a great value for teens.
  • Learn more about JCPenney’s collaboration with Johnny Wujek and see the collection here .

Navy SEAL Foundation Raises Nearly $6,000,000, Salutes Award Honorees at Annual NYC Benefit Dinner

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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing critical support for the warriors, veterans, and families of Naval Special Warfare (NSW), hosted its largest benefit event of the year, both in fundraising and attendance, on Thursday at the NYC Marriott Marquis. More than 1,100 guests attended the annual New York City dinner, which raised nearly $6,000,000 for life-changing support and resources for the Navy SEAL community. The Foundation also honored recipients of its prestigious NSF Patriot and Fire in the Gut awards while recognizing generous donors who allow NSF to offer crucial care and programs.

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  • More than 1,100 guests attended the annual New York City dinner, which raised nearly $6,000,000 for life-changing support and resources for the Navy SEAL community.
  • "The sacrifices made by the Navy SEAL community to protect our freedoms are immeasurable," said Doug Petno, Co-CEO of Global Banking.
  • "We're deeply grateful for the unwavering support of our partners and donors, whose contributions are the cornerstone of the assistance we provide the Navy SEAL community," said Robin King, CEO of the Navy SEAL Foundation.
  • The Navy SEAL Foundation provides more than thirty essential programs supporting the NSW community and those transitioning to careers in the civilian sector.

Believe and TuneCore Celebrate International Women's Day With the Release of the Fourth Annual Study, BE THE CHANGE: Gender Equity in Music

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星期五, 三月 8, 2024

PARIS and NEW YORK, March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In honor of International Women's Day, Believe, one of the world's leading digital music companies, and TuneCore, the leading development partner for self-releasing artists, have officially released the results of the fourth annual study, BE THE CHANGE: Gender Equity in Music.

Key Points: 
  • If the music industry is truly going to improve for all genders, simply raising awareness isn't enough.
  • Key findings from this year's study are below, and the full study is available for download now HERE .
  • If the music industry is truly going to improve for all genders, simply raising awareness isn't enough.
  • Mark Mulligan, Managing Director, MIDiA Research added, "As always, it is an honor to partner with Believe and TuneCore on this crucial piece of work.

Audio Publishers Association Announces Winners of 29th Annual Audie Awards

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LOS ANGELES, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Last night, the Audio Publishers Association (APA) unveiled the winners of the 2024 Audie Awards® at its premier awards program which recognizes distinction in audiobooks and spoken-word entertainment. The annual ceremony took place at the Avalon Hollywood in LA and was hosted by Academy Award nominated screenwriter and actor Nia Vardalos. Additionally, Lake Bell (2024 Audie Award finalist), Felicia Day (2024 Audie Award winner), and Samira Wiley (2021 Audie Award finalist) served as presenters.

Key Points: 
  • Bono's Surrender Receives Audiobook of the Year; Billie Fulford-Brown Receives Best Fiction Narrator Award; Dion Graham Wins Best Non-Fiction Narrator Award
    Billie Fulford-Brown Receives Best Fiction Narrator Award;
    LOS ANGELES, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Last night, the Audio Publishers Association (APA) unveiled the winners of the 2024 Audie Awards® at its premier awards program which recognizes distinction in audiobooks and spoken-word entertainment.
  • The annual ceremony took place at the Avalon Hollywood in LA and was hosted by Academy Award nominated screenwriter and actor Nia Vardalos.
  • Additionally, Lake Bell (2024 Audie Award finalist), Felicia Day (2024 Audie Award winner), and Samira Wiley (2021 Audie Award finalist) served as presenters.
  • Dion Graham won Best Non-Fiction Narrator Award for Jonathan Eig's King: A Life, which was published by Macmillan Audio.