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Tyler Perry and Motion Picture & Television Fund to Receive Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Awards at 93rd Oscars

Filmmaker Tyler Perry and the Motion Picture & Television Fund will be honored with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Awards at the 93rd Oscars.

‘The Milkmaid’ Nigeria’s Oscar Entry to Open 2021 New York African Film Festival

The 2021 New York African Film Festival will open with Desmond Ovbiagele’s The Milkmaid, Nigeria’s entry for the 2021 Academy Award.

Calamity Jane (Calamity, une enfance de Martha Jane Cannary)

FIAF’s Animation First Festival to Open with Rémi Chayé’s ‘Calamity Jane’

The 2021 Animation First Festival will open with the US premiere of Calamity Jane directed by Rémi Chayé, who will be a festival Special Guest.

Sundance ‘21 Reveals Special Events and Conversations Lineup

The lineup for the 2021 Sundance Film Festival encompasses a curated program of free special events including The Big Conversation series.

BURN IT ALL Trailer – Indie Thriller Starring Elizabeth Cotter Opens in February

Watch the trailer for the indie thriller “Burn It All” written and directed by Brandy Hall, and starring Elizabeth Cotter.

Life in a Day 2020 by Kevin Macdonald, an official selection of the Special Events section at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival. Courtesy of Sundance Institute.

Youtube Documentary ‘Life In A Day 2020’ to Premiere at Sundance Film Festival

Directed by Kevin Macdonald, “Life In A Day 2020” aims to showcase just how extraordinary life can be on an ordinary day.

The People vs. Agent Orange. Carol Van Strum, Kathy Drummond and Peter Von Stackelberg scan the tens of thousands of chemical company documents collected by Van Strum over decades. They are now available to the public via “The Poison Papers” and “Toxic Docs” websites. (Photo: Risa F. Scott)

THE PEOPLE vs AGENT ORANGE Documentary by Kate Taverna and Alan Adelson Opens in March

The People vs Agent Orange, a documentary film by Kate Taverna and Alan Adelson will have a virtual release in March.

Interview still from Demi Lovato: Dancing with the Devil | Credit: OBB MEDIA

Docuseries ‘Demi Lovato: Dancing with the Devil’ to KickOff SXSW Film Festival

The World Premiere of YouTube docuseries Demi Lovato: Dancing with the Devil will kick off the 2021 SXSW Festival.

FALLING Trailer – Viggo Mortensen Directs and Stars in Indie Drama

Watch the new trailer for Viggo Mortensen’s directorial debut Falling, also starring Viggo Mortensen, along with Lance Henriksen, Sverrir Gudnason, Laura Linney.

ESPN Releases Trailer for ‘Al Davis vs. The NFL’ Latest 30 for 30 Documentary to Premiere in February

ESPN will debut the documentary, “Al Davis vs. The NFL,” the next installment in the award-winning 30 for 30 series.

Actor Aaron Kwok reprises his role as HKIFF44’s Festival Ambassador

45th Hong Kong International Film Festival To Go Hybrid

The 45th Hong Kong International Film Festival will go hybrid with both in-theatre and online screenings and audience-engagement events.

A still from Rita Moreno: Just a Girl Who Decided to Go For It by Mariem Pérez Riera, an official selection of the U.S. Documentary Competition at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival. Courtesy of Sundance Institute.

Documentaries on Rita Moreno, Amy Tan, Alvin Ailey and Jamaica Heolimeleikalani Osorio to Premiere at 2021 Sundance Film Festival

Three American Masters Pictures documentaries on Rita Moreno, Amy Tan, Alvin Ailey and Jamaica Heolimeleikalani Osorio will premiere at Sundance Film Festival,

HAPPY CLEANERS Sets February Release Date to Coincide with the Korean New Year

Julian Kim and Peter S. Lee’s acclaimed drama Happy Cleaners will open in theaters in February to coincide with the Korean New Year.

Lakeith Stanfield and Jesse Plemons appear in Judas and the Black Messiah by Shaka King, an official selection of the Premieres section at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival. Courtesy of Sundance Institute | photo by Glen Wilson.

Watch Trailer for ‘Judas and the Black Messiah’ Starring Lakeith Stanfield, Jesse Plemons

Inspired by true events, Judas and the Black Messiah tells the story of the betrayal of Fred Hampton, chairman of the Black Panther Party.

San Diego Film Critics 2020 Awards – ‘Promising Young Woman’ Named Best Film

The San Diego Film Critics Society announced the 2020 winners of their annual awards, naming Promising Young Woman as Best Picture.

STRAY Trailer – Elizabeth Lo’s Engaging Documentary on a Stray Dog in Istanbul

Watch the new trailer for Stray, a beautiful film directed by Elizabeth Lo on a stray dog living life on the streets of Istanbul.

Lakeith Stanfield and Daniel Kaluuya appear in Judas and the Black Messiah by Shaka King, an official selection of the Premieres section at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival. Courtesy of Sundance Institute | photo by Glen Wilson.

‘Judas and the Black Messiah’ and ‘Captains of Zaatari’ Added to 2021 Sundance Film Festival

Two more premiere films – Judas and the Black Messiah and Captains of Zaatari have been added to the 2021 Sundance Film Festival lineup.

Naomi Kawase’s TRUE MOTHERS, Japan’s Oscar Entry for Best International Film, Premieres in January Via Virtual Cinema

Naomi Kawase’s emotive drama True Mothers, Japan’s Oscar entry for the best international film, premieres via virtual cinema in January.

CLAPBOARD JUNGLE Trailer – Documentary Ode to Indie Filmmaking Features Guillermo Del Toro, George Romero, Tom Savini

Clapboard Jungle, a film by Justin McConnell, is an emotional and introspective journey following five years in the life and career of an independent filmmaker.

Horror Film ‘Saint Maud’ Leads Nominations for 2020 London Critics’ Circle Film Awards

Rose Glass’ horror film Saint Maud leads the nominations for the 41st London Critics’ Circle Film Awards with 8 nominations, including Film of the Year.