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  • Friday, Feb. 19, 2016
Hideo Kojima, Guillermo del Toro reunite at game summit
Guillermo del Toro, left, film director at DelToro Films and Hideo Kojima, game designer at Kojima Productions, participate in a panel discussion at the D.I.C.E. Summit Thursday, Feb. 18, 2016, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Ronda Churchill)
By Derrik J. Lang, Entertainment Writer
LAS VEGAS (AP) -- 

"Pacific Rim" filmmaker Guillermo del Toro and "Metal Gear Solid" video game creator Hideo Kojima had big plans for their top-secret interactive collaboration.

"We had great ideas that I think would have done fantastic," del Toro said on stage Thursday at the Academy of Interactive Arts and Science's annual D.I.C.E. Summit.

The writer-director of such films as "Pan's Labyrinth" and "Crimson Peak" reunited with Kojima for a talk at the 15th annual gathering of elite members of the video game industry. The appearance marked the pair's first public appearance together since their video game, "Silent Hills," was canceled last year by publisher Konami.

The title was intended to be the next installment in the long-running "Silent Hill" horror franchise and feature "The Walking Dead" actor Norman Reedus. Del Toro and Kojima teased it last year with the release of a mysterious PlayStation 4 demo called More

  • Friday, Feb. 19, 2016
For budding female game designers, a new source of support
In this March 5, 2013 file photo, Rhianna Pratchett, writer of “Tomb Raider” and “Rise of the Tomb Raider," arrives for the 2013 British Academy Games Awards at the Hilton hotel in central London. (Photo by Joel Ryan/Invision/AP, File)
By Derrik J. Lang, Entertainment Writer
LAS VEGAS (AP) -- 

The Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences wants to empower women to create video games.

The organization unveiled a new initiative Wednesday called WomenIn that seeks to boost gender diversity in the male-dominated gaming industry.

"When I grew up playing games - and I can say this because it's true - games were made by guys for guys," interactive academy president Martin Rae told a crowd gathered for a breakfast meeting kicking off the 15th annual DICE Summit. "We have an entirely different industry today. Everybody plays games."

The Electronic Software Association trade group says about 44 percent of gamers are woman but only about 18 percent of game developers surveyed at last year's Game Developers Conference identified as female.

Rae said the initiative will include sponsoring scholarships and internships, building a mentor database and hosting events at studios for women More

  • Friday, Feb. 19, 2016
"Blade Runner" sequel slated for January 2018
In this Nov. 23, 2015 file photo, actor Ryan Gosling attends the premiere of "The Big Short" in New York. Gosling and Harrison Ford will star in the sequel to "Blade Runner," expected in theaters in January 2018. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP, File)
NEW YORK (AP) -- 

The long-awaited sequel to Ridley Scott's "Blade Runner" now has a release date. Alcon Entertainment announced Thursday that it will be land in theaters on Martin Luther King Jr. weekend in January 2018.

"Sicario" director Denis Villeneuve is taking over for Scott in the sequel to his 1982 science-fiction classic. It will star Ryan Gosling and Harrison Ford, reprising his role as Rick Deckard.

Alcon, which is producing the film, said it takes place several decades after the conclusion to the original "Blade Runner." Roger Deakins, who has previously worked with Villeneuve on "Prisoners" and "Sicario," will serve as cinematographer.

The Warner Bros. release will begin shooting in July.

  • Thursday, Feb. 18, 2016
Amazon adds to film portfolio with Woody Allen's latest
In this July 15, 2015 file photo, director Woody Allen attends a special screening of "Irrational Man", in New York. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP, File)
By Jake Coyle, Film Writer
NEW YORK (AP) -- 

Amazon has acquired Woody Allen's latest movie, adding one of film's biggest names to its growing slate of original titles.

Amazon said Thursday that it will distribute Allen's currently untitled film in a traditional theatrical release in North America this summer, followed by a streaming release through its subscription service, Amazon Prime. The film is a romantic comedy set in the 1930s that was shot last summer in New York and Los Angeles. It stars Kristen Stewart, Steve Carell and Parker Posey.

The deal also extends Amazon's relationship with Allen, who is prepping a six-episode TV series for the online retailer. That series, to star Elaine May and Miley Cyrus, is to start shooting in March.

"Like all beginning relationships, there is much hope, mutual affection and genuine goodwill - the lawsuits will come later," said Allen in a statement.

"Woody Allen is a brilliant filmmaker," More

  • Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2016
VandenBosch, Hand named co-presidents of ThinkLA
Kristi VandenBosch
LOS ANGELES -- 

ThinkLA, the trade association for the Los Angeles creative and advertising community, has named two co-presidents: Kristi VandenBosch, chief digital officer at MXM, and Tim Hand, VP of OEM sales-West at Kelley Blue Book.

The new executives succeed Eric Johnson, president of Ignited, and Jerry McGee, president of the 4As Western Region. They had served in that capacity for four years, and will now act as co-chairmen to the office of the president.

Prior to joining MXM three years ago, VandenBosch was CEO of Publicis & Hal Riney and Publicis Modem in San Francisco. She also led a regional network for TBWA Worldwide, as U.S. president of digital agency TEQUILA.

Hand has been with Kelley Blue Book for more than 14 years, and in his current role almost four years. A veteran of the publishing industry, he has had sales roles at Salon, Time Inc., and the Los Angeles Times.

“ThinkLA spans More

  • Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2016
DICE Summit a chance for game creators to recharge, reflect
In this June 1, 2009 file photo, director Hideo Kojima, creator of "Metal Gear Solid," at the Microsoft Xbox 360 E3 2009 Media Briefing at the Galen Center in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes, File)
By Derrik J. Lang, Entertainment Writer
LAS VEGAS (AP) -- 

For elite members of the video game industry, the D.I.C.E. Summit isn't merely a chance to schmooze at the poker table or on the golf course in Las Vegas. It's also an opportunity to address issues and innovations, ranging from gender diversity to virtual reality.

"It's really about people in the industry taking a break from what they're working on and re-engaging in this medium they're so passionate about," said Martin Rae, president of the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences, which organizes the D.I.C.E. Summit.

While the 15th annual gathering officially starts Tuesday with poker, golf and "Magic: The Gathering" tournaments, the serious business begins Wednesday morning, when the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences Foundation will unveil a new initiative to promote gender diversity in the gaming industry.

According to the Electronic Software Association trade group, about 44 percent of gamers are woman, but only about 18 More

  • Monday, Feb. 15, 2016
"Star Wars: Episode VIII" starts filming, adds del Toro
In this Sunday, Feb. 14, 2016, file photo, actor Benicio Del Toro poses for photographers upon arrival at the BAFTA 2016 film awards at the Royal Opera House in London. (Photo by Joel Ryan/Invision/AP, File)
NEW YORK (AP) -- 

"Star Wars: Episode VIII" has begun filming and has added Benicio del Toro and Laura Dern to its cast.

The Walt Disney Co. announced that "Episode VIII" started principal photography at London's Pinewood Studios on Monday. Written and directed by Rian Johnson, the "Star Wars" sequel will follow J.J. Abrams' box-office smash "The Force Awakens." It's set for release in December 2017.

Joining returning cast members are the Oscar-winning del Toro, the Oscar-nominated Dern and newcomer Kelly Marie Tran.

The production start announcement was accompanied by a brief video that showed shooting picking up right where "The Force Awakens" left off. (Stop here if you don't want to read a reference to the ending of "The Force Awakens.") Johnson is shown directing Mark Hamill (Luke Skywalker) on a remote island off the coast of Ireland.

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  • Sunday, Feb. 14, 2016
Head of BAFTA: Film industry not diverse enough
In this photo taken Thursday, Feb. 11, 2016, set builder Charlie Wright works on a giant replica of the BAFTA trophy which will be displayed during the forthcoming BAFTA awards ceremony on Sunday, Feb 14th, in London. (Photo by Vianney Le Caer/Invision/AP)
LONDON (AP) -- 

The head of the British Academy Film and Television Awards says its annual ceremony does not feature more ethnic minority nominees because the film industry itself is not diverse enough.

Amanda Berry says she supports a peaceful protest against the lack of diversity outside the star-studded event, being held in London on Sunday.

Berry told the Daily Telegraph newspaper that not enough movies are made with diverse talent so "the pool of people to draw award winners from isn't diverse enough." She added that "people can only vote on what they've seen."

Her comments follow a controversy surrounding racial diversity at the Oscars.

Two black actors have been nominated for BAFTAs this year: Idris Elba for best supporting actor and "Star Wars" actor John Boyega for a rising star award.

  • Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016
Documentary "Fire at Sea" opens at Berlin Film Festival
Director Gianfranco Rosi attends a press conference for the competition film 'Fire At Sea' at the 2016 Berlinale Film Festival in Berlin, Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Axel Schmidt)
By Kirsten Grieshaber
BERLIN (AP) -- 

The director of "Fire at Sea" - a documentary about the Italian island of Lampedusa, where thousands of asylum-seekers have been arriving from lawless Libya - says he wanted "to show the tragedy that's playing out in front of our eyes ... We're all responsible."

Director Gianfranco Rosi spoke after the film was screened Saturday at the Berlin International Film Festival, where it is one of two documentaries in competition for the prestigious Golden Bear award.

The Italian director contrasts the native islanders' everyday life with the arrival of the many men, women and children making the dangerous trip from Africa across the Mediterranean Sea on decrepit smugglers' boats. Longing for freedom and prosperity, many of the migrants drown on the perilous passage to Europe, their dead bodies often pulled out of the water in Lampedusa.

Rosi brings the viewer closer to the emotional world of some of More

  • Thursday, Feb. 11, 2016
Cannes Festival of Creativity to bestow Lion of St. Mark upon Marcello Serpa
Marcello Serpa
LONDON -- 

The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity will honor groundbreaking agency creative Marcello Serpa with the Lion of St. Mark at this year’s Festival.

“The Lion of St. Mark recognizes individuals who have made significant and outstanding contributions to creativity across our industry,” said Philip Thomas, CEO, Cannes Lions. “Marcello’s achievements are known the world over, but perhaps most notably he was responsible for taking home Latin America’s first Grand Prix in 1993. He’s since served on juries four times, twice as president, and during his tenure, AlmapBBDO won Agency of the Year three times.”

After successes at GGK, DPZ and DM9, Serpa moved to AlmapBBDO in 1993, where together with José Luiz Madeira, they brought the agency out of deep decline and built it into one of the most successful agencies in São Paulo. Over two decades later, Serpa is recognized as the most awarded art More

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