MDM announces first funding of 2009
Germany's Leipzig-based regional film fund Mitteldeutsche Medienförderung (MDM) has announced USD4.6 million worth of funds in its first funding session of 2009.
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Georgia plans tax incentives
The Georgian National Film Center (GNFC) has announced plans to introduce a tax incentive later this year.
Luscious International launches new division
Australian production house, Luscious International, is launching Viscious, a new division described as a director collaborative.
Kofi Annan to speak at Cannes Lions
Kofi Annan and David Jones will join forces with Hervé de Clerck at this year's Cannes Lions to discuss the human face of climate change and the role that only the creative community can play in changing Climate Change to Climate Justice.
Israel confirms increase in film funding
The Israeli Treasury will increase its film budget by nearly 16% to USD16 million this year. The money will be distributed to Israeli film funds, foundations and institutions by the Israeli Film Council.
SAG reject last, best and final offer
The Screen Actors Guild (SAG) board of directors have rejected the "last, best and final offer" by Hollywood producers for a new contract.
California passes tax incentive
The state of California has passed an incentives bill. The new legislation provides a tax credit of 20% (25% for independent features under USD10 million), with an appropriation of USD100 million per year for five years starting on July the 1st 2009.
Landia opens office in Spain
Argentinean production company Landia has opened an office in Madrid. The office will be headed up by Managing Director Ivo Van Vollenhoven and Senior Producer Assaf Eldar.