Tag: Fatima
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The Lady of Heaven review – ambitious religious epic about Muhammad’s daughter
This wayward, occasionally handsome account of the story of Fatima is more interesting on paper than in practiceThis British-made epic earns a significant accolade: it is the first film to put the “face” of the prophet Muhammad on screen. No single actor is credited with playing him, or any of the other holy figures in…
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New York-based ‘Fatima’ producer Rose Ganguzza lines up 2021 slate (exclusive)
Indie veteran lining up development and production fund.Rose Ganguzza, the New York producer of summer release Fatima, has unveiled a Rose Pictures development slate that includes new work from the directors of How To Build A Girl and Grudge.Ganguzza, a veteran of the independent space whose producing credits include Margin Call and Kill Your Darlings,…
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‘Fatima’ New York-based producer Rose Ganguzza lines up 2021 slate (exclusive)
Indie veteran lining up development and production fund.Rose Ganguzza, the New York producer of summer release Fatima, has unveiled a Rose Pictures development slate that includes new work from the directors of How To Build A Girl and Grudge.Ganguzza, a veteran of the independent space whose producing credits include Margin Call and Kill Your Darlings,…
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‘Bill & Ted Face the Music’ Tops Multiple VOD Charts as Chadwick Boseman Films Soar
The Premium VOD debut of United Artists’ “Bill & Ted Face the Music” topped charts from the moment it debuted August 28. As a mid-budget title that’s thriving at $19.99, it could be as important as “Tenet” in determining the shape of movie distribution. “Bill & Ted” didn’t see much theatrical play, but given its…
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How the ‘Fatima’ Designer Found Portuguese Towns to Recreate Historical Miracle
Director Marco Pontecorvo shot his film “Fátima” entirely on location in Portugal, not just for authenticity, but because the Portuguese government also created a special film incentive package, giving the production a tax credit.The movie, released via PVOD and in theaters on Aug. 28, is based on historical events in 1917 when three young children…
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Amid Theater Chaos, Indie Films ‘Unhinged’ and ‘Fatima’ Forge Ahead
Theaters and distributors are locked in a dirty dance that could have serious repercussions down the line. Without new movies to drive audiences to theaters, the question is, why pay the huge costs of reopening? That’s why the world’s largest theater chain, AMC, is moving back its relaunch from July 31 to “mid-to-late August”, while…