Asia

Cannes Hit by Second High-Profile Burglary

Clarence Tsui, Patrick Brzeski — Sun, 19 May 2013 18:51:57 GMT

China Film Group vice president Zhang Qiang had all of his luggage stolen from his rented Cote d'Azur apartment, leading the senior exec to tweet: “This film festival is not worth mentioning!”

Three New 'Transporter' Films in the Works

THR Staff — Sun, 19 May 2013 12:23:50 GMT

Luc Besson's EuropaCorp and China's Fundamental Films will co-produce and distribute the titles, at least one of which will be shot in China.

Cannes: QED, China’s Huayi Brothers Form Co-Production Partnership

THR Staff — Sun, 19 May 2013 09:08:00 GMT

The Chinese company, led by Wang Zhonglei, will first distribute in China QED's upcoming WWII film "Fury," starring Brad Pitt and Shia Labeouf.

Bends: Cannes Review

David Rooney — Sat, 18 May 2013 16:49:43 GMT

Carina Lau and Chen Kun star in Flora Lau's melancholy drama about a Real Housewife of Hong Kong and her personal driver, both facing crises.

Cannes: Magnolia Picks Up Tony Jaa's 'The Protector 2' for U.S.

Patrick Brzeski — Sat, 18 May 2013 08:54:29 GMT

Sahamongkolfilm International's 3D action vehicle, which will be the highest budget Thai film ever made, has also been sold throughout Aisa.

Bona Reports 78 Percent Year-on-Year Drop in Net Income for Q1

Clarence Tsui — Sat, 18 May 2013 02:20:42 GMT

The Nasdaq-listed Chinese film production and distribution company announces a net income of $500,000 from January to March.

Shorts International to Bring Chinese Films to U.S. TV

Clarence Tsui — Sat, 18 May 2013 01:25:48 GMT

A deal with Shenzhen Media Group will see seven award-winning short movies shown on the company's American and European channels.

China's TV Regulators Crack Down on Anti-Japanese Historical Dramas

THR Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:51:48 GMT

Over 30 percent of productions shot at the country's Hengdian World Studios in 2012 featured Japanese soldiers being slaughtered by Chinese heroes.

Like Father, Like Son: Cannes Review

Deborah Young — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:40:35 GMT

Japanese director Kore-eda Hirokazu returns to the theme of children living apart from their families.

Cannes: Director's Fortnight Condemns Remarks of Iranian Director

THR Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:56:29 GMT

Alireza Khatami, whose work appeared in omnibus film "Taipei Factory," said he was subjected to racism while filming in Taiwan and wishes he had ditched the Fortnight-backed project.

Cannes: China's Seven Stars, France's Stone Angels Form Joint Venture

Patrick Brzeski — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:48:15 GMT

The companies of media mogul Bruno Wu and French producer Pierre-Ange Le Pogam will co-produce action films.

A Touch of Sin: Cannes Review

David Rooney — Thu, 16 May 2013 21:54:55 GMT

China returns to the Cannes competition with Jia Zhang-ke's sobering view of festering discontent as the gap between the country's rich and poor expands.

Cannes: Thai Horror '3AM Part 2' Sells Widely in Asia

Patrick Brzeski — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:17:55 GMT

The 3D omnibus sequel from Thailand's Five Star Production gets picked up for Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Vietnam, Cambodia and Malaysia.

Cannes: Japan's NHK Showcases Ultra-HD Film Format

Gavin J. Blair — Thu, 16 May 2013 11:11:46 GMT

The first film shot in 8K will be screened at Cannes, showcasing the technology's 22.2 channel audio system and video that is 16 times the resolution of standard HD.

Cannes: Festival-Commissioned Omnibus Films Come to Prominence

Clarence Tsui — Thu, 16 May 2013 11:00:45 GMT

The premiere of the Directors’ Fortnight-backed "Taipei Factory" marks the latest effort for film festivals to extend their pedigrees as creators as much as curators.

Japanese, Vietnamese Broadcasters to Co-Produce Historical Drama

Gavin J. Blair — Thu, 16 May 2013 08:49:49 GMT

“The Partner” will examine the relationship between a pioneer in the struggle for Vietnamese independence and a Japanese doctor.

MPA's Chinese Pitch Competition Names 'Pig Digging' Winner

Clarence Tsui — Thu, 16 May 2013 05:01:07 GMT

Beating three other finalists, animator Chen Xifeng will head to Los Angeles for a five-day immersion course and meetings with Hollywood executives.

Oliver Stone to be Honored by Shanghai Festival

Clarence Tsui — Thu, 16 May 2013 04:02:51 GMT

The director will be given the Outstanding Achievement Award at the fest, which will screen seven of his films.

Cannes: China Buzzing Over Jia Zhangke's 'A Touch of Sin'

Clarence Tsui — Thu, 16 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Chinese social media lights up after a trailer for the director's Cannes competition entry appears online, revealing scenes referencing some social ills in the country.

Chinese Web Giant Youku Tudou Reports Narrowed First-Quarter Loss

Clarence Tsui — Thu, 16 May 2013 03:32:47 GMT

The Beijing-based online TV company reported that revenue rose 21 percent in the latest period.

Cannes: Fox International Production Picks Up 'Mea Culpa' for U.S., Multiple Territories

Scott Roxborough — Wed, 15 May 2013 16:19:27 GMT

FIP will also release the action thriller from French director Fred Cavaye in Germany and Latin America.

Cannes: Andy Lau's 'Firestorm' Sells Across Asia

Patrick Brzeski — Wed, 15 May 2013 11:56:42 GMT

Edko Films has sold the $20 million police action film to Taiwan, Korea, Australia, and Southeast Asia, and a deal for North America is under negotiation.

Tokyo Intl Film Fest Rejigs Sections Under New Director

Gavin J. Blair — Wed, 15 May 2013 07:27:55 GMT

With a new head honcho in Yasushi Shiina, the Tokyo International Film Festival (TIFF) is to reorganize its main sections for its 26th edition, and introduce a new logo and slogan.

Singapore’s Clover Films, China’s Stellar Megamedia Partner on Basketball Film

Patrick Brzeski — Tue, 14 May 2013 11:00:12 GMT

Budgeted for $1.2 million, “Meeting the Giant” will be the directorial debut of Singaporean actor Tay Ping Hui.

Hitoshi Matsumoto's 'R100' Set for October Release in Japan

Gavin J. Blair — Tue, 14 May 2013 05:20:18 GMT

Currently in post-production, the sex comedy is being made with one eye on the international market.