Global Update: Jimmy Kimmel Takes a Break, Global Events Continue; International Oscars and Emmys Unfold
In the realm of cinema and television, several notable events have taken place over the past few weeks.
Jafar Panahi, a Palme d'Or winner, has raised questions about the international Oscar process, particularly expressing concerns about government-sanctioned selection committees. Meanwhile, the Seriesly Berlin TV festival, now in its sophomore year, is committed to tackling big issues differently. At this year's event, Israeli and Palestinian speakers addressed human narratives in Gaza during an emotional but hopeful session.
In the realm of animation, Lion Forge Entertainment has closed a multi-season distribution deal with Australia's ABC to bring the buzzy Iyanu animation to Australian audiences. Elsewhere, Director Igor Simić has revealed he is working on an animated hybrid that blends Steamboat Willie with Carl Theodor Dreyer's landmark 1928 film The Passion of Joan of Arc.
The world of television has also seen some significant changes. Jimmy Kimmel has been indefinitely stood down from his ABC show following a pattern of high-profile lawsuits settled with Disney and Paramount over the past year. The monologue that led to Kimmel's removal was about Trump's followers trying to position the man who killed conservative commentator Charlie Kirk as "anything but one of them." Protests have been held outside Disney HQ, and there is internal dissent within the company.
In the UK, UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has criticized the right-leaning GB News for allowing Trump's pal Nigel Farage to host current affairs shows. She has also said that ministers are prepared to legislate if YouTube declines to properly promote public service content.
In the realm of film production, Curtis Brown's Meryl Hoffman has exited to go solo, bringing plenty of hot British talent with her. Natasha Lyonne and Matt Berry are creating and starring in retro comedy adventure Force & Majeure for Sky. Léa Seydoux has been cast in Marie Kreutzer's upcoming drama Gentle Monster.
Lastly, Saudi Arabia's state investment fund took a majority stake in MBC Group last year, but the search results do not provide information about which organization acquired the larger share.
As these events unfold, it's clear that the world of entertainment and politics continue to intersect in intriguing ways. Stay tuned for more updates!
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