Johann Grech Re-appointed as Malta Film Commissioner
VALLETTA: Johann Grech has received a new three-year mandate as the head of the Malta Film Commission (MFC).
First Maltese Opera-Film Opens Domestically
VALLETTA: Malta’s first-ever opera-film Blat: The Island Fortress, directed by Alan Fenech, premiered in local cinemas on 24 June 2022.
Nearly 270,000 Admissions in Maltese Cinemas in 2021
VALLETTA: Admissions in cinemas in Malta and Gozo in 2021 were 269,763, of which 11,938 admissions were for Maltese films (mostly short films).
Joaquin Phoenix and Vanessa Kirby In Malta for Ridley Scott’s Napoleon
MALTA: Joaquin Phoenix and Vanessa Kirby have been spotted in Malta recently. The international stars are in Malta for the filming of Ridley Scott’s historical biopic Napoleon.
Five Days of Free Outdoor Film Screenings in Malta
VALLETTA: Cinema City, a five day film event in the Maltese capital of Valletta, will showcase both international and Maltese producers at free outdoor screenings from 24 to 28 May.
Ridley Scott Shoots Kitbag with Joaquin Phoenix and Vanessa Kirby in Malta
VALLETTA: Joaquin Phoenix and Vanessa Kirby will start shooting next week in Malta on Ridley Scott’s film Kitbag, about Napoleon's rise to power. Polish cinematographer Dariusz Adam Wolski is lensing.
First Maltese Mini-series on Streaming Platform in USA
VALLETTA: Merjen is the first Maltese mini-series acquired by a streaming platform in the USA. The mini-series directed by Abigail Mallia, and written by Carlos Debattista and Salvu Mallia, will…
Malta Launches New Cash Rebate Scheme for International Productions
VALLETTA: The Government of Malta has recently upgraded the cash rebates for filmmakers, making the financial guidelines more attractive to the film industry. Productions which satisfy the cultural test can…
Two International Productions Shooting in Malta
VALLETTA: The thriller Deep Fear by Marcus Adams and the action film Hounds of War by Lowell Dean are currently shooting in Malta.
FNE at Malta Film Week 2022: The Boat Wins Top Prize for Best Maltese Film
VALLETTA: The Malta Film Commission (MFC) put on a world class show on 29 January 2022 at the Mediterranean Conference Centre in Valletta to showcase Maltese talent and the determination…
Malta Film Week Kicks Off with Announcement of Vision for Film 2022-2030
VALLETTA: The Malta Film Week has kicked off with its Vision for the Film Industry event, celebrating the growing Maltese film industry and presenting the Government's plans for the sector…
Globally Acclaimed David Walliams to Host Malta Film Awards
VALLETTA: The Malta Film Commission is proud to announce that the globally acclaimed British comedian, actor, writer and television show presenter David Walliams will be hosting the Malta Film Awards…
Nominees for Malta Film Awards Announced
VALLETTA: The nominees for the first edition of the Malta Film Awards, due to take place on 29 January, were announced in a recorded presentation this week.
Communications Company Announces 1m EUR Investment in Maltese TV Content
VALLETTA: One of Malta’s foremost communications services companies, GO has announced a 1 million EUR investment over three years to support original TV content, with Sharp Shoot Media’s Chalet being…
Malta’s National Book Council Announces Film Adaptation Fund Results
VALLETTA: Malta’s National Book Council (NBC) has awarded its 2021 Film Adaptation Fund to production company Take Two, who will be producing an adaptation of the Maltese novel Castillo written…
Over 70 Projects Submitted for First Malta Film Awards
VALLETTA: The Malta Film Commission (MFC) has announced that 72 projects have been submitted for consideration for the first edition of the Malta Film Awards, which will take place on…
FNE Oscar Watch 2022: Luzzu to Represent Malta in Oscar Race
VALLETTA: Alex Camilleri’s debut feature Luzzu has been selected as Malta’s candidate for the 94th Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences award in the Best International Feature Film category.
Submissions Open for First Edition of Malta Film Awards
VALLETTA: The Malta Film Commission will launch a national event, Malta Film Awards, in February 2022. Submissions opened on 29 September 2021 and the deadline is 9 October 2021.
Spielberg's Amblin Partners Shooting The Last Voyage of the Demeter in Malta
VALLETTA: The Last Voyage of the Demeter directed by André Øvreda and produced by Spielberg/s Amblin Partners, will spend over 18m EUR in Malta. Currently shooting in Malta the film…
Ridley Scott Rumoured to Shoot Napoleon Biopic with Joaquin Phoenix in Malta
VALLETTA: Ridley Scott’s Napoleon biopic entitled Kitbag and starring Joaquin Phoenix is expected to be shot in Malta in early 2022, local media reports. It will be lensed by Polish…