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Scotsman
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Edinburgh Film Festival: Renee Zellweger directorial debut to have world premiere as full line-up revealed
Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter, get the latest news and reviews from our specialist arts writers Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... She is best known for her portrayal of 1990s heroine Bridget Jones, where she fought off the attentions of Hugh Grant and Colin Firth in her quest to find a husband. But now, Hollywood actress Renee Zellweger is to hold the world premiere of her directorial debut film at the Edinburgh International Film Festival (EIFF) - with an animated short film. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Paul Ridd, director of the EIFF, revealed the world premiere of the Bridget Jones star's first film, They, as the full line-up of this year's festival is announced. Filmmaker Ben Wheatley is also to appear at the festival, where the premiere of his latest film Bulk will be shown. He will also take part in one of a series of industry talks to take place at the Tollcross Central Hall. Alongside nine other short animations, Ms Zellweger's film, They, will be shown in four separate screenings at Filmhouse, Cameo and Vue. How Renee Zellweger's film was secured Mr Ridd told The Scotsman the festival had been contacted directly by Ms Zellweger's representatives over the potential inclusion of her film in the festival programme. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad He said: 'The animation is very playful, it's beautiful to look at. It's such a surprising thing, because we were approached by Renee Zellweger's reps with this film. We saw it and we were blown away by it. 'It's nice to see somebody who's so obviously known as a major Hollywood star branching out of doing something of her own and directing at the first time, it's a really big coup for us.' US actress Renee Zellweger is to premiere her directorial debut film at the Edinburgh International Film Festival. | AFP via Getty Images The film, which will be shown on August 16, 19 and 20, deals with environmental issues. The film's programme entry states: 'As the world reaches peak negativity, our hero's plot for peace backfires with drastic consequences.' Mr Ridd added: 'It's very playful and emotional and there's something about the story that is what she wanted to express. It's a really exciting, left-field turn for her career.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad This year's festival has 43 feature films - slightly up on last year's figure of 37. 'It's a bit of an increase,' said Mr Ridd. 'But what we've set out from day one is the idea of keeping it intact, so that in the programme, every film has its place; every film has its audience. And in effect, if you were going to spend six, seven days with us across the festival, in theory, you could pretty much cover the whole programme.' A film on competitive porridge making in the Scottish Highlands, Golden Spurtle, which Mr Ridd described as a 'real audience pleaser', will be shown as part of the festival's documentary series, as will Gar O'Rourke's Sanotorium, which looks at the situation in Ukraine. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Diversifying the festival The EIFF was relaunched last year under new management, following the collapse in 2022 of arts charity the Centre for the Moving Image. However, Mr Ridd said the festival wants to diversify funding sources to create a strong mixture of public funding and corporate sponsorship, but admitted the landscape was 'challenging'. It was one of the recipients of a multi-year funding grant from Creative Scotland at the beginning of the year, and also recently received money from the Scottish Government's Expo fund. However, more is needed. 'I feel like we offer something up to the world that is unique in terms of the kind of the kind of philanthropic aspect of it,' he said. 'The fact that we are so invested in the future of Scottish filmmakers, the Scottish film industry, the UK film industry and the international industry - I think that's very appealing, but it will take time. We're a new organisation, entirely separate from the festival as it previously existed. It's an ongoing process.' The locations for this year's EIFF Earlier this week, the festival announced the venues where the festival will take place, including the newly-reopened Filmhouse and the Cameo cinema, as well as a theatre in the National Gallery of Scotland. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'What we established last year was what our footprint looked like, what the profile of the films was, and what this kind of shape of the programme would be,' said Mr Ridd. 'Now, having built on that over the last year, we're offering something which is an even bigger scale than last year. Add to that being able to play films in the Cameo and also the reopened Filmhouse and our pop up at the National Galleries of Scotland and what we're really opening up is as many access points as possible for people to engage with our cinema.' For the second year, the festival is selling tickets through the Fringe app, while it is also screening films at Monkey Barrel Comedy - a Fringe venue. 'It's a great opportune moment to lean into all the other arts festivals and Fringe happenings that are going on,' said Mr Ridd. 'There's so much talent and so many audiences in the city at that time who are kind of very keen to engage with this kind of work. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'People who are engaging with the film festival specifically will be able to very easily see as much as possible. But there's also strong points of entry for people who are engaging with Fringe shows.' The Sean Connery film prize The Sean Connery Prize for Feature Filmmaking Excellence returns this year to present a programme of contemporary international film and new filmmakers. The competition comprises ten feature-length world premieres, with the winning filmmaker awarded £50,000 to support their future projects. Decided by an audience vote, the winner will be announced at the end of the festival. The undisputed standard-bearer for Scottish actors on the global stage! His definitive portrayal of James Bond across seven films set the benchmark for the character and defined the suave secret agent for generations. Beyond Bond, his rugged charisma and distinct Scottish accent made him a beloved leading man in diverse films like Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade and The Untouchables (for which he won an Oscar), ensuring his timeless fame and enduring cultural presence for over half a century. | Evening Standard/Isabel Davis, executive director at Screen Scotland said: 'Paul and the team have surpassed themselves with this year's exceptional, must-attend programme. As the major backers of EIFF, we're overjoyed that the Filmhouse is back in action as a key part of the festival's new footprint, alongside other great spaces. 'And we are excited by the expanding industry role, providing a springboard for acquisitions, a place for relationships to be forged between Scottish, UK and international filmmakers and professionals, and for emerging talent to encounter the world's greatest films and filmmakers. Tollcross Central Hall as an industry hub is a gift of a space and set to become the focal point for incredible conversations and encounters across the festival.'
Daily Express
13-06-2025
- Daily Express
Trio held in Semporna, Labuan raids
Published on: Friday, June 13, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jun 13, 2025 By: Azmie Lim Text Size: The suspects and seizures in raids in Semporna. SEMPORNA: Marine Police arrested three men allegedly misappropriating diesel, petrol and cooking oil following raids in Semporna and Labuan. Sabah Region Four Marine Commander, ACP Mohd Nazri Ibrahim said, about 3.40pm on June 10, a police team raided a warehouse in Labuan. Advertisement Further inspection on the warehouse found three Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) tanks containing diesel and nine IBC tanks containing 8,500kg of cooking oil. 'A total of 2,600 litres of diesel were seized. All the seizures were estimated worth RM370,324. 'The team also detained an individual to assist in investigation,' he said in a statement on Wednesday. Mohd Nazri said about 5.30pm on the same day, Marine Police from Semporna and Lahad Datu seized 153 jerry cans containing petrol and two boats at Kampung Batu in Semporna. Two individuals were detained to assist in investigation while the seizures were estimated worth RM107,738.50. Mohd Nazri added that investigations were carried out under the Control of Supplies Act 1961. He also stressed that Marine Police are committed to combating smuggling activities to ensure the safety and well-being of the country. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Valet Living Renews National Partnership Agreement with RangeWater Real Estate
Multi-year agreement nearly doubles number of units supported and includes a broader suite of services TAMPA, Fla., May 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Valet Living, the leading residential amenities provider to the multifamily housing industry, today announced the renewal of its National Partnership Agreement with RangeWater Real Estate, a fully integrated rental housing company with assets across the Sun Belt and Mountain West. The multi-year agreement expands service integration and reach, nearly doubling the number of RangeWater units supported and includes a broader suite of services. A long-time partner of Valet Living, RangeWater signed its first National Partnership Agreement in 2021, which included amenities Valet Living Doorstep, a waste and recycling collection service, and Torch Fitness, which provides residents with the option to forgo a gym membership by offering live, on-site fitness classes. Under the new agreement, Valet Living will continue to provide those popular amenities, while expanding support to include Bulk, which allows property managers to maintain neat and clean properties, and services provided by MultiPro Property Solutions, the premier apartment turns provider in the U.S. Under common ownership with Valet Living, MultiPro Property Solutions provides a broad array of hassle-free property capabilities for the multifamily industry – with an emphasis on apartment make-ready solutions – through a single point of contact. "As we expand our portfolio throughout the Southeast and Southwest, it's critical to partner with a team that can scale with us," said Kaden Czerniawski, Senior Managing Director of Operations for RangeWater. "Valet Living brings best-in-class technology and a commitment to service that simplifies operations for our teams and ensures high-quality experiences for our residents." "We're proud to renew and expand our partnership with RangeWater Real Estate, a company that shares our commitment to operational excellence and resident satisfaction," said Matt Graves, President and COO of Valet Living. "This agreement reflects the strength of our collaboration and our ability to scale with clients as they grow – powered by innovative technology, responsive service, and a deep understanding of the multifamily housing landscape." About Valet LivingFor three decades, Valet Living has been the premier provider of the most used amenity services in the multifamily industry. The company delivers increased community asset value, reduced workload for on-site staff, and an enriching resident living experience. With industry-leading technology and more than 8,000 trusted associates, Valet Living serves more than 2 million apartment homes nationwide. Valet Living is a portfolio company of the private equity group GI Partners. About RangeWater Real EstateRangeWater is a fully integrated multifamily real estate company creating fulfilling experiences for its partners, clients, residents, and employees across the Sun Belt and Mountain West. With a diversified portfolio of multifamily, build-to-rent, and mixed-use real estate assets, the Atlanta-based company has acquired and developed more than 36,900 multifamily units since its inception in 2006, representing over $7.2 billion in total capitalization. RangeWater blends local market knowledge and subject matter expertise to create places and experiences that redefine community, currently managing a portfolio of more than 72,000 multifamily units across 13 states. With offices in Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas, Denver, and Tampa, RangeWater targets high job growth markets with demand for rental housing. For more information, visit Contact: Lisa TaylorLisa@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Valet Living
AU Financial Review
27-05-2025
- Business
- AU Financial Review
How banks can fight fraud in an instant-payments world
Banks are working on getting the balance right between supporting real-time transactions and stopping cybercrime, as the financial services sector hurtles towards deadlines to support real-time payments across the banking system. Australia's primary system for transferring funds between two accounts, the Bulk Electronic Clearing System, is slated for retirement by June 2030. This system handles superannuation payments, salaries and dividends. Many payments already go through the New Payments Platform, which was designed to support instant transactions.
