The fortnightly screen australia newsletter includes industry news, funding. The picturesque tunnel of trees known as the dark hedges has become one of the most photographed sites in northern ireland. Icon film distribution australia the screen guide screen australia. Icon film distribution lennox street, newtown, nsw white. The icon film distribution limited firm has been in this business for twenty two years, having started in 1998. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page. News daily weekend all time international showdowns help. Credits for icon productions include critically acclaimed and award winning titles such as braveheart, what women want, passion of the christ, we were soldiers and apocalypto. This intense, nonstop actionadventure transports you to an ancient central american civilization, for an experience unlike anything youve ever known. Cannes film festival awardwinning movie personal shopper, starring kristen stewart, has been picked up by icon film distribution in the u. Icon film distribution is a leading uk independent film distributor collaborating with local and international filmmakers on the very best of independent film. See actions taken by the people who manage and post content. The death of irish political and military leader michael collins in 1922 provided similar difficulties for american filmmakers. Ireland has coproduced with almost every european territory, as well as canada, australia, and south africa.
In september 20, icon film distribution uk was purchased by investment company new sparta. Icon film distribution limited officers free information. The firm is one of many uk distributors struggling with the pounds. Hunger received praise from critics, audiences and at festivals all over the world. Sylvia official uk and ireland movie website starring gwyneth paltrow. Icon film distribution ifd and frightfest, the uks leading horror fantasy film festival, have announced the first films that will be released under the curated banner frightfest presents. Icon film distribution the screen guide screen australia. Icon is to close its distribution wing in the uk and cut around 20 out of the 32 jobs in its london office, reports variety. Icon head of distribution zak brilliant has now left the company, following a string of depatures over the last 12 months. Strange but true is a drama, thriller, and suspense genre movie. Icon stops uk distribution and axes london jobs film the. For over 30 years dendy cinemas has screened the best in quality cinema across the east coast of australia. Please upgrade your browser to view this site correctly. In march 2018, icon film distribution uk was acquired by kaleidoscope film distribution.
The story of love, passion, wit and despair between two of the 20th centurys most brilliant minds, the american poet sylvia plath and the british poet ted hughes. The movie, strange but true, was produced by fred berger, brian kavanaughjones, and christina ross. Icon film distribution uk recent and upcoming movie credits. Jobs in ireland ireland is the base of icons corporate headquarters and is at the heart of our business. Aug 25, 2015 icon film distribution ifd and frightfest, the uks leading horror fantasy film festival, have announced the first films that will be released under the curated banner frightfest presents. Icon film distribution australia is one of the leading independent distributors of filmed entertainment in australia and new zealand. Aug 04, 2014 the number of films being released in the uk and ireland has doubled in the past 15 years. Please enable javascript to view this site correctly. The consensus states unflinching, uncompromising, vivid and. In september 2017, after a strings of box office bombs back in 2016, icon film distribution uk was put up for sale by new sparta. Icon plc clinical research organisation cro for drug. The dendy icon group is one of australias leading independent cinema and film distributors and comprises icon film distribution and dendy cinemas.
We are delighted to be able to bring seven quality, highly distinctive and original films to the u. Across north america, emea, and asiapacific, eones global network ensures that we find, create and offer more standout films in more territories. After months of speculation, uk distributor icon film distribution has been sold to home entertainment specialists kaleidoscope and main investor schneider media investments smi, a source has confirmed to screen. Oct 05, 2016 cannes film festival awardwinning movie personal shopper, starring kristen stewart, has been picked up by icon film distribution in the u. Icon film distribution has also inked a deal to bring british audiences next goal wins, a documentary directed by mike brett and steve jamison and produced by kristian brodie of agile films. It is where the company was founded in 1990 and from there it has grown into one of the most respected international cros in the world, employing over 10,000 people in 37 different countries. This guide is useful for exploring topics including music, media studies and pshe education in addition to highlighting themes surrounding fame and consumerism. Ado yoshizaki cassuto and rebecca obrien would be producing the film for ndf international and sixteen films. The group focuses on quality feature films, tv and alternative content within the australian and new zealand markets. Icon film distribution sold to kaleidoscope news screen. Stunning in bright sunlight, moody fog, and icy snowstorms, this site was featured in the tv shows second season as an escape route.
Irelands competitive tax incentive, experienced talent base, and distinctive yet adaptable landscapes have all contributed to making the country a unique and valuable coproduction partner. From mel gibson, director of the passion of the christ and the academy awardwinning braveheart best director, best feature, 1995 comes the thrilling historical epic apocalypto. Icon film distribution is a member of vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them. Potter, a thinly disguised film about collins, made two versions of the film. The passion of the christ 2004 company credits imdb. Film icons download 947 free film icons here icon archive. Kaleidoscope film distribution kfd is an established international sales company, specialising in commercial feature films and branded documentaries. Sylvia official movie website uk and ireland film release. The firms sic code is 591 and their nace code stands for motion picture distribution activities. Icon film distribution and frightfest launch titles for. Lionsgate uk are said to be in talks to acquire icons library and.
Between 1996 and 20, the number of companies engaged in film and video distribution increased by 32%. Icon film distribution limited filing history free. The death of irish political and military leader michael collins in 1922 provided similar difficulties for american film makers. The number of films being released in the uk and ireland has doubled in the past 15 years. Icon film distribution appoints new nz distribution partner. Icon films are trailblazers with a taste for the wild. The movie was based on a novel written by john searles. Icon film distribution today announced that it has appointed roadshow films nz as their new theatrical distribution partner in new zealand. With extensive finance experience in distribution, international sales and production, mark joined kaleidoscope from icon film distribution in 2018. Uk distributor icon film distribution, which relaunched four years ago with backing from private investment group new sparta, is seeking new investors following dr jerome booths decision to. Icon film distribution australia the screen guide screen. The international guide to the most innovative and professional film, television and commercial production services companies across the world. Icon film distribution australia is one of the leading independent distributors of filmed entertainm. Search for australian film and television titles, including how you can stream, rent or buy online.
Principal photography on the film began on 27 april 2015 in london and lasted for six weeks. The companys comprehensive network extends around the globe including canada, the us, the uk, ireland, spain, the benelux, france, germany, scandinavia, australia. New titles include quant, the fascinating life story of revolutionary fashion icon, dame mary quant. The incredible lifestory of fashion icon, style guru and one of the most influential designers of the 20th century, dame mary quant. The irish times history of ireland in 100 objects project is drawing to a close. Distrib icon relaunches with seven pic slate variety.
Across north america, emea, and asiapacific, eones global network ensures that we find, create and offer more standout films in. Four challenges to successful rare disease drug development. Icon film distribution limited free company information from companies house including registered office address, filing history, accounts, annual return, officers, charges, business activity. Protagonist pictures would handle the international rights while icon film distribution would release the film in the uk and ireland. Eto is a leading international entertainment company that specialises in the acquisition, production and distribution of film and television content. A film guide that looks at amy 2015, in which archive footage is used to tell the life and career of iconic soul singer amy winehouse. Registered with number 03645630, icon film distribution is a private limited company with office in 6 newman passage, london w1t 1eh. Last year, there were almost 700 films shown in cinemas in the uk and republic of ireland. Icon film distribution entertainment sydney, nsw 1,769 followers one of the leading independent distributors of filmed entertainment in the country. John wick series only universal pictures uk step up film series only entertainment film distributors rarely france snd films 2008present metropolitan filmexport. Launched in australia in 2002, icon film distribution releases 1015 handpicked theatrical titles per annum. Although film distribution is essentially a behind the scenes job, the role of head of theatrical sales brings me into contact with some big names and ive met many, including tom.
The 100th item in the series, representing 21stcentury ireland, will be drawn from the items featured below. Knocknagow, the film company of ireland, and other irish. Icon films bristolbased awardwinning independent production. We produce highend factual content around the globe. Stunning in bright sunlight, moody fog, and icy snowstorms, this site was featured in the tv shows second season as an escape route for arya stark as she departed kings landing.
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