'Shoot On Sights' hits UK screens

Published on 22 Aug 08

'Shoot On Sight' - much talked about film inspired by the July 7, 2005 underground bombings in London- has been released in 100 cinemas of the UK, Friday, August 22, 2008. Huge posters of the controversial thriller, directed by Jagmohan Mundhra, can be seen on London's red buses and phone booths. Producer Aron Govil has said that a portion of the profits from his 'Shoot On Sight' will be donated to the London bombings memorial planned for Hyde Park.  Read more »

Jan Vrijman Fund for documentaries

Published on 27 Feb 08

Make ShortsThe maximum contribution is €15,000, €4,000 and €15,000 for three categories. IDFA's Jan Vrijman Fund supports filmmakers and festivals in developing countries.  Read more »

U.K India co-production treaty of films explained

Published on 12 Dec 08

We will see the results of the UK-India Film Co-Production Treaty in 2009 when producers are finally able to claim the benefits of this much talked-about agreement. On a positive note, the treaty has started evoking interest from Indian film producers to shoot in the UK. Here's a guide to the treaty:  Read more »

Film 'Rab Ne...' tests India-Pakistan relations

Published on 08 Dec 08

The three-day siege of Mumbai, for which India blames a Pakistani extremist group, has derailed plans for increasing economic ties between the countries, says The New York Times, Monday, November 2008.“Four years of sincere and bold initiatives from both sides have been put on pause mode, The momentum is badly affected,” said Jairam Ramesh, India’s junior minister for commerce. Latest Bollywood movie 'Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi' featuring India's top film star Shah Rukh Khan has become the latest victim of the Indo-Pak tensions.  Read more »

Funds between $10,000 to $150,000 per documentary: Apply by Feb 2009

Published on 08 Dec 08

ITVS funds independent producers from outside of the United States to create documentaries for U.S. television. Through the International Call, storytellers from other countries introduce U.S. audiences to their global neighbours, opening a window into unfamiliar lives, experiences and perspectives. The next deadline is February 6, 2009.  Read more »

'Ban all Indian movies in Pakistan'

Published on 15 Nov 08

LAHORE: Bollywood movie 'Dostana' has been banned in Pakistan and now the Lahore High Court of Pakistan is hearing a petition which says exhibition of all Indian films be declared unlawful, illegal and against the current Film Rules of Pakistan.  Read more »