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OpenAIās video model Sora 2 has sparked a wave of copyright backlash, with artists and rights groups warning of risks to creative industries as AI-generated content gains ground.
Franceās independent cinema network GNCR announced its 2025 selection of art-house films, showcasing new titles that will tour the countryās specialized theaters.
Documentary platform TĆ«nk has reopened its fall call for projects, inviting filmmakers to submit works-in-progress for potential support and distribution.
Elephant Group has expanded with the launch of AstrƩe Production, a new label focused on developing ambitious drama series for the French and international markets.
After scoring recent hits, DEM&D Productions is gearing up for a packed slate, with projects spanning crime, comedy, and family entertainment.
The CNC unveiled Franceās first-ever āfeel-goodā fund, aiming to boost uplifting comedies and dramas as a response to growing audience demand.
Animation festival Anima 2026 has issued its final call for entries, encouraging creators worldwide to submit works ahead of its next edition.
Belgian filmmaker Joachim Lafosse won Best Director at the San SebastiƔn Festival for his latest feature, further cementing his status as a European auteur to watch.
Netflix has named Peter Friedlander as its new Head of Global Series, a key leadership move as the streamer faces growing competition in scripted TV.
AFCAE and ADRC unveiled their 2025 professional calendar, laying out training sessions, networking events, and initiatives to support Franceās independent cinemas.
The La Roche-sur-Yon Festival revealed a bold 2025 lineup, mixing international auteurs with emerging French voices across fiction and documentary.
Prime Video presented its 2025ā2026 programming slate for France, highlighting a mix of local originals, global series, and high-profile films.