Television

Which country produces the most popular foreign shows in the world?
Here are some cliche-cracking numbers to ponder. Australians are not really doing that well in foreign affections but the Canadians…

Industry grabs new weapon in regulation fight
Armed with the conclusions of a major government report, the screen sector gathers in Parliament House to impress the key…

Downton domination this week at the box office
This week the box office sees old favourites – and old fears – re-emerging to draw out the crowds.

Celebrating the wider world of Japanese film
Think you know Japanese cinema? Now in its 23rd year, the Japanese Film Festival will entertain and educate by reviving…

Celebrating the wider world of Japanese film
Think you know Japanese cinema? Now in its 23rd year, the Japanese Film Festival will entertain and educate by reviving…

James Woolley and a decade of tumult at the Sydney Film Festival
Sydney Film Festival marketing head leaves a few reflections as he jets off to his new job at the world's…

Chinese government beats industry into shape, seems to win
While the world screen industry wrestles with change, the Chinese sector is dancing with an octopus. And everyone is learning…

The Trespassers: From Page to Screen
Meg Mundell's latest novel has been picked up for a big TV adaptation. What does this mean for the writer…

Animals director Sophie Hyde on character, rehearsal and bestie power
What happened when Sophie Hyde and Closer Productions ended up shooting a co-pro in Dublin? And why did the writer…

Big Screen Highlights - Fest pleaser Animals arrives along with Italians galore
Palace's flagship Italian Film Festival is days away, Downton Abbey is calling the fans, and Animals, possibly an Australian bestie…