Today, diplomacy is no longer confined to political negotiations or formal agreements. Instead, soft power, the ability to influence and attract through culture, values, and ideas, has become an essential tool in shaping international relations. A compelling example of this is the UK’s global cultural footprint. Through entertainment, the UK builds bridges that foster mutual […]
The third edition of the Wonder Women Conference brought together over 20 trailblazing female leaders, creatives, and on-screen talent from across the TV, film and creative industries at BFI Southbank for a day of inspiration, industry insight and empowerment on September 26th. Hosted by Wonder Women CIC, the pioneering women’s network that champions the elevation […]
The Wonder Women Conference has unveiled the full programme for its 2025 edition, taking place on September 26th at BFI Southbank, London. New additions to the line-up include broadcaster Anita Rani, Banijay UK COO Sarb Nijjer and the Media Trust’s Daisy Church. They join an already stellar line-up of senior executives and changemakers, including Debbie […]
Ccreative executive Harriet Spencer has joined Neal Street as Executive Producer in a newly created senior role, with immediate effect. Spencer will help build the company’s slate of original TV projects, bringing with her over 20 years of experience in high-end scripted content across both TV and film. The appointment marks a significant addition to […]
All Set West, a new skills package designed to power up careers, grow connections and unlock opportunities behind the camera for underrepresented talent across the West of England, is officially underway – with applications now open for the first round of free All Set West Training designed to get industry newcomers set ready for entry-level […]
UK Asian Film Festival – the world’s longest running South Asian film festival – has unveiled the full programme of its 27th edition. Running at venues across London, Leicester and Coventry from May 1st to 11th, UK Asian Film Festival is presented by Tongues on Fire and is supported by the BFI Audience Projects Fund, […]
Official film and high-end TV (HETV) production statistics from the British Film Institute (BFI) show that production in the UK continues to generate billions for the UK economy. Recovering from the global impact of 2023’s US SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes, inward investment spend in the UK generated by film and HETV production during 2024 reached […]
Film London, as part of the BFI’s Metro London Skills Cluster supported by the National Lottery Fund, has announced a new skills programme supported by Sony Pictures Television (SPT) and Channel 4. The Hair and Makeup Aesthetics Academy seeks to improve the diversity of Hair & Makeup crews on UK film and TV productions, reduce […]
The Culture, Media and Sport Committee of the UK House of Commons has published written evidence submitted to the Committee’s inquiry into British film and high-end TV on TV production ahead of evidence sessions. The widespread challenges being faced by the domestic production sector in getting high-end drama and other television programmes made are highlighted […]
The Pitch Film Fund has announced the winners of its 2025 Awards, following yesterday’s finals held at BFI Stephen Street. Lizzie Hart’s comedy Kitty, and Grace Okyere-Fosu’s drama, The Acres, received The Pitch Film Fund 2025 Production Awards. The Lucy Scher Award was presented to Alice Johannessen for Flesh & Blood. The ideas of this […]