Dan Cooper Oct 27, 2017
It's been a big year for British films, it seems. But just how British are they?
How indeed is the British film industry? Fire off this particular question into the vastness of cyberspace and you’d be forgiven for thinking that things have never been rosier. A great sprawl of articles tumble forth, spewing forth hugely impressive numbers, whilst also celebrating the talent of our actors and our crews. Unsurprisingly, the runaway success of franchises such as Bond, Harry Potter and Lord Of The Rings also dominate most search-engine results.
In a nutshell then, the British film industry is in a state of rude health and we should all congratulate ourselves by heading down to our local cinema to watch a British film, you know, to bask in that lovely glow of pride that naturally occurs when the place that you’re from becomes relatively good at something important.
It's been a big year for British films, it seems. But just how British are they?
How indeed is the British film industry? Fire off this particular question into the vastness of cyberspace and you’d be forgiven for thinking that things have never been rosier. A great sprawl of articles tumble forth, spewing forth hugely impressive numbers, whilst also celebrating the talent of our actors and our crews. Unsurprisingly, the runaway success of franchises such as Bond, Harry Potter and Lord Of The Rings also dominate most search-engine results.
In a nutshell then, the British film industry is in a state of rude health and we should all congratulate ourselves by heading down to our local cinema to watch a British film, you know, to bask in that lovely glow of pride that naturally occurs when the place that you’re from becomes relatively good at something important.
- 10/22/2017
- Den of Geek
Cast your minds back to 2002 - a time when Pop Idols didn't need to have The X Factor, Fifty Shades of Grey were just colours on a paint sampler chart and David Beckham was a mere international superstar rather than global megastar.
Bend It Like Beckham, with a modest estimated budget of £3.7 million, opened that same year and became a critical and commercial success - breaking box office records and scoring BAFTA and Golden Globe nominations, as well as making household names of many of its stars.
As the cast continues preparing for the West End stage adaptation of Gurinder Chadha's screen hit ahead of previews on May 15, find out what the movie's ensemble cast went on to achieve - including who is coming back for the musical...
Parminder Nagra (Jess Bhamra)
Nominated for Best Newcomer at the Empire Awards on the back of the movie's success, Parminder went...
Bend It Like Beckham, with a modest estimated budget of £3.7 million, opened that same year and became a critical and commercial success - breaking box office records and scoring BAFTA and Golden Globe nominations, as well as making household names of many of its stars.
As the cast continues preparing for the West End stage adaptation of Gurinder Chadha's screen hit ahead of previews on May 15, find out what the movie's ensemble cast went on to achieve - including who is coming back for the musical...
Parminder Nagra (Jess Bhamra)
Nominated for Best Newcomer at the Empire Awards on the back of the movie's success, Parminder went...
- 3/22/2015
- Digital Spy
Inspired by The Bullingdon Club – Oxford University’s exclusive, male-only society for future high-flyers – Laura Wade’s play Posh arrived on the eve of the 2010 general election that saw former Bullingdon members David Cameron and George Osbourne take centre stage in UK government. Director Lone Scherfig’s (An Education, One Day) adaptation of the play, arriving after four years of Conservative rule, should be the scathing destruction of upper-class pomposity we’ve been crying out for. Sadly, The Riot Club never feels clever enough to be a convincing social satire, and is about as subtle as Boris Johnson at a warehouse rave.
The eponymous club is a raucous, ten-man tribute to hedonism; a privileged group of ultra-rich Oxford boys who yearn for the days of a true upper-class, disgusted by the fact that people from all walks of life can get into Oxford nowadays. The film begins with a new...
The eponymous club is a raucous, ten-man tribute to hedonism; a privileged group of ultra-rich Oxford boys who yearn for the days of a true upper-class, disgusted by the fact that people from all walks of life can get into Oxford nowadays. The film begins with a new...
- 9/19/2014
- by Matt Seton
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
New I'm a Celebrity contestant Annabel Giles has complained that female TV stars are forgotten about once they are over the age of 45.
The 54-year-old broadcaster said that she hoped appearing on the ITV reality show would help her represent older women that are being ignored by producers and TV execs.
"It really is true with older people, especially women, that they are not seen on the television," said Giles.
"I would love to start an opening for older people. When you get to 45, it's as if you are never heard again. It is awful. It is like having the carpet whipped away from your feet. I would like to do more TV so other older people can do television.
"It is not representative of society at all. There are lots of older ladies around who are perfectly capable. I know we have wrinkles but we don't lose our marbles at 50. It's mad.
The 54-year-old broadcaster said that she hoped appearing on the ITV reality show would help her represent older women that are being ignored by producers and TV execs.
"It really is true with older people, especially women, that they are not seen on the television," said Giles.
"I would love to start an opening for older people. When you get to 45, it's as if you are never heard again. It is awful. It is like having the carpet whipped away from your feet. I would like to do more TV so other older people can do television.
"It is not representative of society at all. There are lots of older ladies around who are perfectly capable. I know we have wrinkles but we don't lose our marbles at 50. It's mad.
- 11/21/2013
- Digital Spy
Business secretary Vince Cable has pledged to offer greater support to the creative industries, acknowledging that it “doesn’t get the attention or the recognition it deserves” within government.
Speaking to Screen’s sister publication Broadcast during a tour of the Northern Ireland film and TV industries, the co-chair of the Creative Industries’ Council, said he was trying to identify the areas in which the government has a role to play, whether through training initiatives or access to funding.
Cable also responded to criticism that the creative industry is often ignored when it comes to major overseas trade missions.
Cable has upcoming trade visits to Russia, India and China. In an interview with Screen, the secretary said: “We’re trying to make sure the creative industries are properly represented on those visits. There are a lot of export opportunities.”
The secretary for business, skills and innovation said he was “pretty certain” that there would be a film...
Speaking to Screen’s sister publication Broadcast during a tour of the Northern Ireland film and TV industries, the co-chair of the Creative Industries’ Council, said he was trying to identify the areas in which the government has a role to play, whether through training initiatives or access to funding.
Cable also responded to criticism that the creative industry is often ignored when it comes to major overseas trade missions.
Cable has upcoming trade visits to Russia, India and China. In an interview with Screen, the secretary said: “We’re trying to make sure the creative industries are properly represented on those visits. There are a lot of export opportunities.”
The secretary for business, skills and innovation said he was “pretty certain” that there would be a film...
- 10/2/2013
- by andreas.wiseman@screendaily.com (Andreas Wiseman)
- ScreenDaily
"We want to be as big as Take That," said the latest X Factor wannabes Kingsland, before performing in their first audition. It was a bit harsh of the boyband to remind Gary Barlow of his bloated solo career years, but they seemed to get away with it.
Despite sporting preposterous Shoreditch haircuts ("Can I have it big and curly at the front and bonkers around the back and sides please?") and a member who insisted on thrusting his crotch around like a man with a reptile down his chinos, Kingsland were one of the rare highlights from a worryingly weak lineup of X Factor auditionees.
It's only week three, and already the cupboard looks a little bare.
The talent has been so thin on the ground this year, I half expected Blackpool's answer to Jedward (Bledward?), Ryan and Liddia, to get through to the second round.
"Our personality shines through in our performances,...
Despite sporting preposterous Shoreditch haircuts ("Can I have it big and curly at the front and bonkers around the back and sides please?") and a member who insisted on thrusting his crotch around like a man with a reptile down his chinos, Kingsland were one of the rare highlights from a worryingly weak lineup of X Factor auditionees.
It's only week three, and already the cupboard looks a little bare.
The talent has been so thin on the ground this year, I half expected Blackpool's answer to Jedward (Bledward?), Ryan and Liddia, to get through to the second round.
"Our personality shines through in our performances,...
- 9/14/2013
- Digital Spy
"We want to be as big as Take That," said the latest X Factor wannabes Kingsland, before performing in their first audition. It was a bit harsh of the boyband to remind Gary Barlow of his bloated solo career years, but they seemed to get away with it.
Despite sporting preposterous Shoreditch haircuts ("Can I have it big and curly at the front and bonkers around the back and sides please?") and a member who insisted on thrusting his crotch around like a man with a reptile down his chinos, Kingsland were one of the rare highlights from a worryingly weak lineup of X Factor auditionees.
It's only week three, and already the cupboard looks a little bare.
The talent has been so thin on the ground this year, I half expected Blackpool's answer to Jedward (Bledward?), Ryan and Liddia, to get through to the second round.
"Our personality shines through in our performances,...
Despite sporting preposterous Shoreditch haircuts ("Can I have it big and curly at the front and bonkers around the back and sides please?") and a member who insisted on thrusting his crotch around like a man with a reptile down his chinos, Kingsland were one of the rare highlights from a worryingly weak lineup of X Factor auditionees.
It's only week three, and already the cupboard looks a little bare.
The talent has been so thin on the ground this year, I half expected Blackpool's answer to Jedward (Bledward?), Ryan and Liddia, to get through to the second round.
"Our personality shines through in our performances,...
- 9/14/2013
- Digital Spy
George Osbourne and David Cameron picked the wrong battle when they took on bakery monster Greggs with the Pasty Tax in 2012. The public outrage at government plans to slap some extra Vat on our greasy lunchtime snacks ended up forcing the Pm and the Chancellor into a hasty U-turn. The duo had to quickly (sausage) roll back their plans and admit defeat.
The lesson? Don't mess with Greggs and never get in the way of a man (or woman) and his Steak Bake.
Developing from humble beginnings in Tyneside to launching over 1,500 stores in the UK by the end of 2012, how has Greggs developed into such a well-loved national institution? Is it purely down to the stickiness of their buns and their yummy Yum Yums. Or is there something more to this icing-covered story?
Sky's new documentary More Than Meats The Pie suggests that there is a heartwarming story behind...
The lesson? Don't mess with Greggs and never get in the way of a man (or woman) and his Steak Bake.
Developing from humble beginnings in Tyneside to launching over 1,500 stores in the UK by the end of 2012, how has Greggs developed into such a well-loved national institution? Is it purely down to the stickiness of their buns and their yummy Yum Yums. Or is there something more to this icing-covered story?
Sky's new documentary More Than Meats The Pie suggests that there is a heartwarming story behind...
- 4/29/2013
- Digital Spy
Former deputy prime minister Lord Michael Heseltine was left embarrassed during filming for yesterday's (February 21) edition of Question Time when his mobile phone started ringing during the middle of a debate about the economy.
Watch the clip below:
Host David Dimbleby commented: "There's a telephone going off!" However, he quickly realised that it was Heseltine's and not in the audience.
The Conservative politician joked afterwards: "My wife is supporting what I have been saying, she is just letting me know."
His fellow guests joked that it might be Prime Minister David Cameron or Chancellor George Osbourne calling to warn him about going "off message".
Question Time was broadcast from St Paul's Cathedral for the first time in the programme's history last night.
Watch the clip below:
Host David Dimbleby commented: "There's a telephone going off!" However, he quickly realised that it was Heseltine's and not in the audience.
The Conservative politician joked afterwards: "My wife is supporting what I have been saying, she is just letting me know."
His fellow guests joked that it might be Prime Minister David Cameron or Chancellor George Osbourne calling to warn him about going "off message".
Question Time was broadcast from St Paul's Cathedral for the first time in the programme's history last night.
- 2/22/2013
- Digital Spy
Britain's Queen Elizabeth is to receive a 16 per cent 'pay rise'. The monarch's annual government grant is set to increase to £36 million from next April after the Crown Estate posted record profits. The amount of taxpayers cash given to the queen is based on 15 per cent of the profits made by the Crown Estate - which owns vast areas of London's Regent Street, Ascot racecourse and 12 miles of seabed surrounding the UK - and the 2013/14 sum will be £2 million higher than was originally envisaged by Chancellor George Osbourne last year. The new accounts show the Crown Estate increased four per cent to £240.2â??million in the 12 months to the end of March. This year,...
- 6/22/2012
- Monsters and Critics
Simon Cowell has backed a controversial tax break for the super rich in his native U.K., insisting the new ruling will encourage entrepreneurs to stay in Britain.
George Osbourne, the U.K.'s Chancellor of the Exchequer, announced in the annual budget this week (begs19Mar12) that he will be cutting the 50 per cent top tax rate for people earning more than $240,000 (£150,000) to 45 per cent from next year, prompting an outcry from many Brits.
But Cowell, who is worth an estimated $320 million (£200 million), has applauded Osbourne's move as he's convinced it will ultimately help to boost business in the country.
He tells Britain's The People newspaper, "I'm proud of being British and don't have a problem paying taxes. If you want some of the big entrepreneurs to stay in the country then you have to lower the tax rate a bit. Otherwise you will find them going out of the U.K. and working elsewhere."...
George Osbourne, the U.K.'s Chancellor of the Exchequer, announced in the annual budget this week (begs19Mar12) that he will be cutting the 50 per cent top tax rate for people earning more than $240,000 (£150,000) to 45 per cent from next year, prompting an outcry from many Brits.
But Cowell, who is worth an estimated $320 million (£200 million), has applauded Osbourne's move as he's convinced it will ultimately help to boost business in the country.
He tells Britain's The People newspaper, "I'm proud of being British and don't have a problem paying taxes. If you want some of the big entrepreneurs to stay in the country then you have to lower the tax rate a bit. Otherwise you will find them going out of the U.K. and working elsewhere."...
- 3/26/2012
- WENN
Its face value is five British pounds sterling - about U.S. $8.12 - but collectors are going to be more interested in Prince William and Kate Middleton's faces. Unveiled Thursday, this latest special issue coin from the Royal Mint - which has marked royal occasions since 1935's Silver Jubilee of George V - features the work of Mark Richards, a fellow of the Royal Society of British Sculptors. The design was approved by the bride- and groom-to-be before it was sent to George Osbourne, the Chancellor, for his green light. The ultimate official okay came from William's grandma, Queen Elizabeth II,...
- 3/4/2011
- by Stephen M. Silverman
- PEOPLE.com
The UK government will introduce tax breaks for the games industry next month, according to a report. Sources have told The Sunday Times (via Develop) that chancellor George Osbourne has been considering the move as part of "an eye-catching measure to put in his Budget for growth". It has been suggested that next month's Budget will include £30 million of tax relief. While the figure is far less than the £100 million trade association Tiga had suggested, Ukie has said that the move is a welcome one. "[It's] a sign that the government (more)...
- 2/21/2011
- by By Matthew Reynolds
- Digital Spy
Actor Clint Eastwood is the latest star to fight a decision to shut down the UK Film Council (UKFC) - he's written a personal letter appealing against the plan. The UKFC, which was established to develop and promote British cinema, has fallen victim to massive spending cuts as the country's new government attempts to curb spiraling debt.
More than 50 British actors, including James McAvoy, Emily Blunt and Bill Nighy, have signed a letter calling for a reversal of the decision, and now Eastwood has penned his own appeal to British politician George Osbourne.
He writes, "I cannot stress how important the Film Council is to me. I have been following the news of its proposed abolition with great interest. The prospect of losing such a valuable resource is of great concern as we contemplate future projects."
"The Film Council gave us the crucial detailed information we needed to make our...
More than 50 British actors, including James McAvoy, Emily Blunt and Bill Nighy, have signed a letter calling for a reversal of the decision, and now Eastwood has penned his own appeal to British politician George Osbourne.
He writes, "I cannot stress how important the Film Council is to me. I have been following the news of its proposed abolition with great interest. The prospect of losing such a valuable resource is of great concern as we contemplate future projects."
"The Film Council gave us the crucial detailed information we needed to make our...
- 8/9/2010
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
Actor Clint Eastwood is the latest star to fight a decision to shut down the UK Film Council (UKFC) - he's written a personal letter appealing against the plan.
The UKFC, which was established to develop and promote British cinema, has fallen victim to massive spending cuts as the country's new government attempts to curb spiralling debt.
More than 50 British actors, including James McAvoy, Emily Blunt and Bill Nighy, have signed a letter calling for a reversal of the decision, and now Eastwood has penned his own appeal to British politician George Osbourne.
He writes, "I cannot stress how important the Film Council is to me. I have been following the news of its proposed abolition with great interest. The prospect of losing such a valuable resource is of great concern as we contemplate future projects.
"The Film Council gave us the crucial detailed information we needed to make our decision to shoot in the U.K. (for movie Hereafter) with information on tax credits, availability of crews and other support. Without such assistance in the early stages, the likelihood of a London shoot would have been greatly diminished. Locales with active, knowledgeable film commissions are far more appealing to us as producers... I respectfully request careful consideration of these concerns in deciding the fate of the UK Film Council."...
The UKFC, which was established to develop and promote British cinema, has fallen victim to massive spending cuts as the country's new government attempts to curb spiralling debt.
More than 50 British actors, including James McAvoy, Emily Blunt and Bill Nighy, have signed a letter calling for a reversal of the decision, and now Eastwood has penned his own appeal to British politician George Osbourne.
He writes, "I cannot stress how important the Film Council is to me. I have been following the news of its proposed abolition with great interest. The prospect of losing such a valuable resource is of great concern as we contemplate future projects.
"The Film Council gave us the crucial detailed information we needed to make our decision to shoot in the U.K. (for movie Hereafter) with information on tax credits, availability of crews and other support. Without such assistance in the early stages, the likelihood of a London shoot would have been greatly diminished. Locales with active, knowledgeable film commissions are far more appealing to us as producers... I respectfully request careful consideration of these concerns in deciding the fate of the UK Film Council."...
- 8/8/2010
- WENN
Queen Elizabeth's royal budget is facing cuts. Britain's Conservative Party - which is expected to come to power in 2010 - has indicated it will not exempt the Queen's civil list when it tightens public spending in July. A spokeswoman for the shadow chancellor George Osbourne told Britain's Guardian newspaper: "We've made an explicit commitment to maintain spending on health and to meet our international development obligations but we are not making a commitment to protect other areas - such as the civil list - at this stage. "The Queen is no doubt aware of the financial pressures facing the country and will want to ensure costs are kept under control. In an era when departmental budgets will face cuts,...
- 10/19/2009
- Monsters and Critics
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