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Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Simone Ashley, Gugu Mbatha-Raw and Stacy L. Smith to Headline Women in Film Conference (EXCLUSIVE)
'Bridgerton' breakout Simon Ashley, Apple TV+'s 'Surface' lead star Gugu Mbatha-Raw and the USC's Annenberg Inclusion Initiative founder Dr. Stacy L. Smith are set to lead the lineup at the upcoming Women in Film Conference, to be held at Oxford University. The day-long event at the university's Sheldonian Theater will, according to organizers, celebrate change and urge further progress. More from Variety 'Picture This' Review: Prime Video's Charming Rom-Com Remake Follows an Enterprising Photographer Speed Dating to Save Her Business 'Barbie,' 'A Thousand and One' and 'Joy Ride' Rank Among the Inclusion List's 150 Most Inclusive Films Gugu Mbatha-Raw Leads Cast of Sky's Jamaica-Set Limited Thriller Series 'Inheritance,' Tackling Enduring Legacy of Colonialism Ashley, recently seen in Amazon Prime's 'Picture This,' will be interviewed on stage by Smith, whose Annenberg Inclusion Initiative is co-sponsoring the event alongside Oxford University's Cultural Programme and the Ghetto Film School. 'Simone is a multi-hyphenate who is clearly the future of the entertainment industry,' said Smith. 'As we celebrate women's work across entertainment, Simone's voice represents the newest and next generation of leaders. Giving her the stage to talk about her career, her ambitions, and her vision of success will undoubtedly inspire our audience and elevate the conversation on women in film.' Ashley is set to appear on stage after the BIFA Award-winning Mbatha-Raw, who rose to prominence across film with roles in 'Belle,' 'Concussion,' 'A Wrinkle in Time,' 'Fast Color,' and 'Motherless Brooklyn.' 'Gugu brings a wealth of experience and wisdom to her work and conversations like these,' added Smith. 'She has embodied film and television roles across the U.S. and U.K., and worked with incredible talent on screen and behind the camera. By joining us at Oxford, Gugu can share her unique knowledge of the entertainment ecosystem by discussing her career journey, how she has navigated the industry, and provide our audience with insights on what it is like to be an artist in the film and television business today.' The event will also feature a panel conversation from industry names including Oriane Pick ('The Date'), two-time Oscar-nominee and BAFTA-winning producer Finola Dwyer ('Brooklyn,' 'An Education'), and casting director Lucy Bevan ('Barbie,' 'The Batman'). Additionally, the day will feature a screening of shorts by Ghetto Film School students and an evening screening of the BAFTA-winning documentary 'For Sama' with a Q&A with director Waad Al-Kateab. Smith, meanwhile. will be presenting new research on the status of women in global film. 'There has been significant progress for women in cinema and for content focused on women,' she said. 'Through research and data, we can see where there is more to do, particularly for women of color in entertainment.' The Women in Film Conference will take place on May 12. 'As we build our programme towards the opening of the new Schwarzman Centre at Oxford University we passionately believe in bringing together incredible artists, creatives and thinkers to help address some of the biggest issues facing the world at this time,' said Josie Bamford, executive producer, Oxford University Cultural Programme. 'It is an honour to welcome Simone Ashley, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Dr. Stacy L. Smith and many others to Oxford's iconic Sheldonian Theatre for a day that celebrates how women are shaping change and progress in the film and television industry.' Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week What's Coming to Disney+ in April 2025 The Best Celebrity Memoirs to Read This Year: From Chelsea Handler to Anthony Hopkins
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Simone Ashley, Gugu Mbatha-Raw and Stacy L. Smith to Headline Women in Film Conference (EXCLUSIVE)
'Bridgerton' breakout Simon Ashley, Apple TV+'s 'Surface' lead star Gugu Mbatha-Raw and the USC's Annenberg Inclusion Initiative founder Dr. Stacy L. Smith are set to lead the lineup at the upcoming Women in Film Conference, to be held at Oxford University. The day-long event at the university's Sheldonian Theater will, according to organizers, celebrate change and urge further progress. More from Variety 'Picture This' Review: Prime Video's Charming Rom-Com Remake Follows an Enterprising Photographer Speed Dating to Save Her Business 'Barbie,' 'A Thousand and One' and 'Joy Ride' Rank Among the Inclusion List's 150 Most Inclusive Films Gugu Mbatha-Raw Leads Cast of Sky's Jamaica-Set Limited Thriller Series 'Inheritance,' Tackling Enduring Legacy of Colonialism Ashley, recently seen in Amazon Prime's 'Picture This,' will be interviewed on stage by Smith, whose Annenberg Inclusion Initiative is co-sponsoring the event alongside Oxford University's Cultural Programme and the Ghetto Film School. 'Simone is a multi-hyphenate who is clearly the future of the entertainment industry,' said Smith. 'As we celebrate women's work across entertainment, Simone's voice represents the newest and next generation of leaders. Giving her the stage to talk about her career, her ambitions, and her vision of success will undoubtedly inspire our audience and elevate the conversation on women in film.' Ashley is set to appear on stage after the BIFA Award-winning Mbatha-Raw, who rose to prominence across film with roles in 'Belle,' 'Concussion,' 'A Wrinkle in Time,' 'Fast Color,' and 'Motherless Brooklyn.' 'Gugu brings a wealth of experience and wisdom to her work and conversations like these,' added Smith. 'She has embodied film and television roles across the U.S. and U.K., and worked with incredible talent on screen and behind the camera. By joining us at Oxford, Gugu can share her unique knowledge of the entertainment ecosystem by discussing her career journey, how she has navigated the industry, and provide our audience with insights on what it is like to be an artist in the film and television business today.' The event will also feature a panel conversation from industry names including Oriane Pick ('The Date'), two-time Oscar-nominee and BAFTA-winning producer Finola Dwyer ('Brooklyn,' 'An Education'), and casting director Lucy Bevan ('Barbie,' 'The Batman'). Additionally, the day will feature a screening of shorts by Ghetto Film School students and an evening screening of the BAFTA-winning documentary 'For Sama' with a Q&A with director Waad Al-Kateab. Smith, meanwhile. will be presenting new research on the status of women in global film. 'There has been significant progress for women in cinema and for content focused on women,' she said. 'Through research and data, we can see where there is more to do, particularly for women of color in entertainment.' The Women in Film Conference will take place on May 12. 'As we build our programme towards the opening of the new Schwarzman Centre at Oxford University we passionately believe in bringing together incredible artists, creatives and thinkers to help address some of the biggest issues facing the world at this time,' said Josie Bamford, executive producer, Oxford University Cultural Programme. 'It is an honour to welcome Simone Ashley, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Dr. Stacy L. Smith and many others to Oxford's iconic Sheldonian Theatre for a day that celebrates how women are shaping change and progress in the film and television industry.' Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week What's Coming to Disney+ in April 2025 The Best Celebrity Memoirs to Read This Year: From Chelsea Handler to Anthony Hopkins
Yahoo
30-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Frieze Reveals the Shortlist and Jury for the 2025 Deutsche Bank Frieze Los Angeles Film Award
Since it was founded in 1991, Frieze has hosted galleries, programs, and developed arts discourse through its many initiatives. The contemporary art organization is known for its art fairs and publications (Frieze Magazine). The Deutsche Bank Frieze Los Angeles Film Award falls under the Frieze Los Angeles anchor program and will be held on February 20–23, 2025, at the Santa Monica Airport. The film award offers new talent in the industry the opportunity to participate in a program produced by Frieze in partnership with award-winning nonprofit Ghetto Film School (GFS) and production studio FIFTH SEASON. Ghetto Film School aims to educate and develop young storytellers across locations in New York City, Los Angeles, and London. GFS serves 8,000 people from ages 14-34. FIFTH SEASON has produced the films 'Eileen', multi-Oscar-nominated 'The Lost Daughter', and 'Ambulance', and TV series like 14 Emmy-nominated 'Severance', 'See', and 'Nine Perfect Strangers'. The shortlist for the 2024 Deutsche Bank Frieze Los Angeles Film Award includes Guinevere Alcaraz, Ja'Lisa Arnold, Austin Chen, Christopher Guerrero, Sophia Lafaurie-Munoz, and Nicole Mairose Dizon. All of the emerging talent was selected from an open call for Applicants 18 to 34 in the Los Angeles region. The filmmakers each produced a short film based on Frieze's theme: 'Togetherness,' to explore the importance of human connection to individuals, communities, and society. The winner of the Deutsche Bank Frieze Los Angeles Film Award will receive a $10,000 Christovale (Curator, Hammer Museum), Rhys Ernst (Emmy-nominated filmmaker and artist), Christine Messineo (Director of Americas, Frieze), Claudio de Sanctis (Head of Private Bank and member of the Management Board), Tayanna Todd (Head of Inclusive Content, Lionsgate Motion Picture Group), and RaMell Ross (Artist and Filmmaker), will all be apart of this year's panel of public may also vote for their favorite short film made by the shortlisted artists. The films are available to watch on the Frieze website. The creator of the most popular film will receive a $2,500 prize for the Audience Award. Anyone can cast their vote online until February 16, 2025. Winners of the Audience Award and The Deutsche Bank Frieze Los Angeles Film Award will be announced during an exclusive ceremony at Frieze Los Angeles on Friday, February 21, 2025.'The Film Award has always been an initiative we're immensely proud of, reflecting our commitment to nurturing emerging talent. This year's cohort has created short films exploring the theme of 'Togetherness,' a concept that feels especially poignant in the context of the rebuilding of the city. Now, more than ever, it's crucial that we come together to support the creative community, celebrate their work, and provide opportunities for Los Angeles' young talent,' said Christine Messineo.
