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Razor Film co-founder Roman Paul and Komplizen Film co-founder Janine Jackowski explain why the German film sector is undergoing a major transition.
Host Wendy Mitchell talks to Jackowski and Paul about some of the challenges facing production in Germany at the moment and the advantages of European co-production.
Paul co-founded Razor in 2002 with Gerhard Meixner, and their credits include Waltz With Bashir, The Perfect Candidate and Quo Vadis, Aida?.
Jackowski founded Komplizen in 1999 alongside Maren Ade, with Jonas Dornbach joining as managing director and producer in 2010. Their output has included all of Adeâs films, plus Pablo Larrainâs Spencer and Marie Kreutzerâs recent Cannes Competition title Gentle Monster.
Both companies are part of The Creatives, the alliance of nine international production companies, which is also discussed in the podcast.
The Screen Podcast is produced by Ellie Calnan, with Wendy Mitchell serving as editorial director. New episodes every Thursday.
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In this weekâs episode of The Screen Podcast, the team delves into the talking points from European exhibition convention CineEurope, which took place in Barcelona last week (June 22-25).Host Wendy Mitchell is joined by Screenâs box office and awards editor Charles Gant, who takes us through all the studio presentations at CineEurope, and picks out some of the key titles.He picks out Zach Creggerâs 'Resident Evil' as one of the intriguing projects on show, and explains what was said (or not said) about the Paramount-Warner Bros merger.For more on the stories mentioned this week, go to https://www.screendaily.com/Read more of Charles' insights into CineEurope below https://www.screendaily.com/features/seven-talking-points-from-cineeurope-2026/5218143.article
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In this weekâs episode of The Screen Podcast, the team debates why open letters have become so popular in the film industry and what kind of impact they can have. Host Wendy Mitchell is joined by Screenâs deputy editor Louise Tutt and Europe editor Tim Dams to discuss the latest in a growing trend of open letters - this time, two in support of Israeli-born filmmaker Nadav Lapid, who was forced to withdraw from the FID Marseille jury as part of a cultural boycott of Israel. Other film industry open letters in recent months covered topics such as Canal+ owner Vincent Bollore, the Berlinaleâs stance on Gaza and the Paramount-Warner Bros Discovery deal.The trio then discussed the new deal between Netflix and Franceâs TF1, which will make TF1âs content available on the streaming service.The Screen Podcast is produced by Ellie Calnan, with Wendy Mitchell serving as editorial director. New episodes every Thursday.For more on the stories mentioned this week, go to https://www.screendaily.com.Franceâs CNC responds to Nadav Lapid situation https://www.screendaily.com/news/frances-cnc-responds-to-nadav-lapid-situation-by-launching-a-support-service-for-filmmakers-and-festivals/5218009.articleNetflix rolls out TF1 content in France https://www.screendaily.com/news/netflix-rolls-out-tf1-content-in-france-marking-streamers-first-tie-up-with-local-broadcaster/5217808.article
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In this weekâs episode of The Screen Podcast, Aardman co-founder Peter Lord discusses 50 years of the historic UK animation company. Ahead of the Annecy film festival, senior international reporter Ben Dalton speaks to Lord about co-founding the Bristol-based company with David Sproxton over 50 years ago and their decision to become an employee-owned business in 2018.The animator, whose credits include Wallace & Gromit and Chicken Run, also discussed AI and how much Aardman would embrace the new technology.
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In this weekâs episode of The Screen Podcast, US producer John Sloss speaks to Wendy Mitchell about finance trends, working in Europe, and the restructuring of deal-making. Sloss is the founder and CEO of Cinetic Media and also a partner at the law firm Sloss Eckhouse Dasti Haynes LawCo. His credits include Richard Linklaterâs Nouvelle Vague, Blue Moon, Boyhood and Before Sunrise series as well as Todd Haynesâs Velvet Underground, Wonderstruck and Iâm Not There. Sloss has also worked on several Oscar winners, including Boys Donât Cry and Green Book and sold films such as Napoleon Dynamite and Little Miss Sunshine. âThe process of deal-making has gotten elongated, which isnât necessarily a good thing for the people selling films,â Sloss said. âThe people buying films are controlling the market a little more and tamping down the urgency that we used to try to create.â
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In this weekâs episode of The Screen Podcast, our senior critics share their hidden gems from the 2026 Cannes film festival. Host Wendy Mitchell speaks to Screenâs senior international critic Wendy Ide and senior US critic Tim Grierson to discuss the films from this yearâs festival that didnât come away with any prizes, and that they feel deserve more attention. The Screen Podcast is produced by Ellie Calnan, with Wendy Mitchell serving as editorial director. New episodes every Thursday.
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In this weekâs episode of The Screen Podcast, the team debriefs on Cannes Film Festivalâs closing ceremony and awards; and chats to Norwegian actresses Renate Reinsve, star of Palme dâOr winner Fjord, and Marie Ulven, star of Directorsâ Fortnight title Low Expectations.First, host Wendy Mitchell is joined by Screenâs France correspondent Rebecca Leffler to take us inside Cannesâ closing night activities, including the best speeches, in-the-room reactions and the afterparty.Then Mitchell speaks to Renate Reinsve and fellow Norwegian actor Marie Ulven on the ground in Cannes about their respective films in the festival. To download or subscribe to future episodes, search for âThe Screen Podcastâ, which is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Soundcloud and YouTube.The Screen Podcast is produced by Ellie Calnan, with Wendy Mitchell serving as editorial director. New episodes every Thursday.
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In the final episode of The Screen Podcast at Cannes, the team rounds up the key talking points from the market, including the major deals and the Dogma filmmaking boom. Host Wendy Mitchell is joined by Screenâs editor-in-chief Matt Mueller and deputy editor Louise Tutt to discuss all the biggest deals from the Cannes market and what it says about the health of the industry. Then, they delve into the Dogma initiatives that were announced at this yearâs festival, including German and UK iterations.
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In the ninth episode of The Screen Podcast at Cannes, the team delves into the latest from the French film industry and the festivalâs best parties so far. Host Wendy Mitchell is joined by Screenâs UK and international reporter Ben Dalton and France correspondent Rebecca Leffler to discuss the mood of the French film industry, particularly in the wake of Canal+ CEO Maxime Saadaâs statement that he would blacklist everyone who signed an open letter criticising main shareholder Vincent Bollore. Then, the trio debates the best parties, the best dogs and what highlights are still to come at the festival.
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In the eighth episode of The Screen Podcast at Cannes, two of our critics pick their favourite films from the festival so far.Host Wendy Mitchell is joined by Screen critics Johnathan Romney and Lee Marshall, who each spotlight a film from the Competition and parallel sections so far. Plus, they discuss what themes are emerging from the festival and whether it has been a strong year for the Competition.
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In the seventh episode of The Screen Podcast at Cannes, the team spotlights genre titles and discusses the films causing market buzz. Host Wendy Mitchell is joined by Screenâs reviews editor Nikki Baughan and Americas editor Jeremy Kay to discuss the genre highlights from the programme, the buyers circling 'Club Kid' and 'A Man Of His Time' as well as new distributor Cineverse.
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In the sixth episode of The Screen Podcast at Cannes, host Matt Mueller is joined by Tim Grierson, our senior US critic, to discuss the current state of the Cannes Competition, including his highlights and lowlights, and why this could be the year of Sandra Huller.
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In the fifth episode of The Screen Podcast at Cannes, the team explores Asiaâs presence and what themes are emerging from the press conferences. Host Wendy Mitchell is joined by Screenâs Asia editor Michael Rosser and reporter and video producer Ellie Calnan to discuss the Asian films making noise in both the festival and the market. They also delve into the weighty topics being tackled at press conferences, from politics to AI.
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The team delves into the future of Creative Europe and the history of Screenâs jury grid.Host Wendy Mitchell is joined by Screenâs head of digital, Orlando Parffit, and Europe editor Tim Dams to discuss the end of Creative Europeâs Media programme and why over 4,500 filmmakers, actors and industry folk have signed an open letter calling for more support for cinema from the EU. The trio also delves into the history of Screenâs iconic jury grid, from record-breaking scores to the reason behind the four-star system.
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In the second episode of The Screen Podcast at Cannes, the team takes a look at the UKâs presence in the market and the private equity boom. Host Wendy Mitchell is joined by Screenâs editor-in-chief Matt Mueller and senior UK and Ireland reporter Mona Tabbara to debate whether UK sales agents are making a comeback and why the programme is not so light on UK presence as it first appears. The trio also discusses the increase in private equity options following the launch of the Cannes Marcheâs Investorsâ Circle back in 2023.
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In the second episode of The Screen Podcast at Cannes, the team delves into the market from the US and French perspectives. Host Wendy Mitchell is joined by Screenâs Americas editor Jeremy Kay and France correspondent Rebecca Leffler to discuss the lack of films from Hollywood studios and the shake-up in US distribution. They also delve into why the French sales agents are dominating the market more than ever. The Screen Podcast will be running daily episodes during the festival, dropping each morning at 7:30am CET.
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In the first episode of The Screen Podcast at Cannes, the team previews the market and festival.Host Wendy Mitchell is joined by Screenâs deputy editor Louise Tutt and UK and international reporter Ben Dalton to discuss the opening of the Cannes market and why buyers and sellers are arriving earlier every year. The trio also delves into Thierry Fremauxâs press conference which tackled politics, gender parity, and Oscar rule changes. The Screen Podcast will be running daily episodes during the festival, dropping each morning at 7:30am CET.
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Fionnuala Jamison, managing director at French sales and production powerhouse mk2 Films, speaks to Screenâs editor-in-chief Matt Mueller ahead of the Cannes Film Festival.In the interview, Jamison discusses her ambitions for mk2âs Cannes festival and market slate, and her views on what the market is looking for.She also talks about mk2âs multi-year financing deal with investment fund manager IPR.VC, which kicked off in 2024; working with Justine Triet again on Fonda, the writer/directorâs follow-up to Anatomy Of A Fall; and reviving Todd Haynesâ 1930s-set gay love story De Noche, which originally starred Joaquin Phoenix before he quit unexpectedly shortly before production.
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On this weekâs episode of The Screen Podcast, Italian-UK producer Carlo Cresto-Dina advocates for protecting the role of film producers, who he says are essential for managing âcomplex creative processes.âCresto-Dina, founder of the Italy- and UK-based Tempesta, is best known for producing Alice Rohrwacherâs features: Corpo Celeste. The Wonders, Happy as Lazzaro and La Chimera. His other credits include Cathy Bradyâs Wildfire, Margherita Vicarioâs Gloria!, Michela Cesconâs Blue Eyes, and Leonardo Di Costanzoâs Ariaferma. He is also an experienced co-producer.In the full podcast interview, Cresto-Dina also talks about how to âsniffâ new talent - like helping Rohrwacher get her debut feature Corpo Celeste off the ground even before she had directed shorts.The Screen Podcast is hosted by Wendy Mitchell and produced by Ellie Calnan. New episodes are out every Thursday.
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Industry experts share their tips for navigating the Cannes Film Festival.Joining host Wendy Mitchell are Picturehouse Cinemas and Picturehouse Entertainment creative director Clare Binns, TrustNordisk managing director Susan Wendt, and Frederic Boyer, artistic director at both Tribeca Film Festival in New York and Franceâs Les Arcs Film Festival.The quartet of Cannes veterans discuss how they tackle meetings, and why sometimes turning them down is better for everyone. The experts also get into the dos and donâts of getting party invitee, and reveal their survival tips for getting through the festival.The Screen Podcast is produced by Ellie Calnan. New episodes every Thursday.
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