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International Mobile Gaming Awards

Begins: February 11, 2008

The International Mobile Gaming Awards (IMGA) is a yearly contest for the most innovative and creative mobile games in the world.

The objective of the IMG Awards is to create a new and exciting set of awards to recognise the world's most talented mobile game developers, whether they are from professional studios, universities or even back bedrooms!

The 2007 International Mobile Gaming Grand Prix - $15,000 US The 2007 International Mobile Gaming Excellence in 3D Award - $5,000 US The 2007 International Mobile Gaming Excellence in Connectivity Award - $5,000 US

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International Headline News

Deadline for European Animation Masterclass Extended

European Animation Masterclass (EAM) 2008Halle (Saale), GermanyApril 1 - Oct. 31, 2008Deadline: Jan. 31, 2008

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International Headline News

Sue Kroll Ascends at Warner Bros.

Marketing executive Sue Kroll has been named to the newly created position of President, Worldwide Marketing, Warner Bros. Pictures, it was announced today.

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International Headline News

Cartoon Italia Gets New President

Industry trade group Cartoon Italia has announced the appointment of Francesco Manfio, General Manager of Gruppo Alcuni, as its new president. Manfio was elected unanimously by the members of the executive board during the association's recent assembly.

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International Events

2008 International CES

Begins: January 7, 2008

The 2008 International CES, the world's largest consumer technology tradeshow, will celebrate the show's 40th anniversary. The event will feature the hottest product debuts from 2,700 exhibitors, covering more than 30 product areas, including the latest in wireless, digital imaging, mobile electronics, home networking and more. For more details, visit www.CESweb.org.

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Licensing Headline News

BKN Expands L&M

Distribution and marketing company BKN International AG has announced the expansion of its Barcelona and London licensing operations. The move will support the upcoming worldwide launch in 2008 and 2009 of DORK HUNTERS FROM OUTER SPACE, ZORRO -- GENERATION Z, STONE AGE, and POCKET PENGUIN ADVENTURES.

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DQE Profits from IPO

Leading animation production company DQ Ent. Ltd. has raised $56 million through its listing on the London Stock Exchange's Alternative Investment Market, reports ANIMATION XPRESS. The funds will be used primarily for the expansion of production facilities in India and of global sales & distribution networks, investment in partnerships, European acquisitions, and joint ventures.

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Dubai International Film Festival 2007

Begins: December 9, 2007

Embracing many of the world's cultures, Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF) is one of the world's premier showcases for discovering state-of-the-art Arab filmmaking, while showing a wide selection of international films to its local audiences. DIFF is an event that incorporates the entire city, from local artists to local businesses. For more information, visit www.dubaifilmfest.com.

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Licensing Headline News

Fox Appoints New Licensing VP

As part of an effort to accelerate the growth of its presence in the Asia-Pacific markets, Twentieth Century Fox has announced the appointment of Grant Kahn to VP of International Licensing. Kahn has more than 13 years of international business development experience, representing U.S. companies in strategic planning, marketing and selling to Asia-Pacific countries.

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Festival Headline News

Annecy Deadline Approaching

Annecy International Animated Film Festival 2008Annecy, FranceJune 9-14, 2008 Deadline: Jan. 15, 2008

The 31st Annecy International Festival of Animation is the premier animation festival in the world. The festival features screenings, retrospectives, seminars, tributes and an international film competition. The MIFA expo held in conjunction with the festival is the international market for animated film. For more information, visit www.annecy.org.

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Million Headline News

Ratatouille Races Past $600 Million Internationally

Disney/Pixar's RATATOUILLE, "the best reviewed movie of 2007," raced past the $600 million mark at the worldwide box office over the weekend, and now stands as the second-biggest international release of all time for a Disney/Pixar production.

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Film Events

5th Annual International Student Film Festival Hollywood

Begins: November 14, 2007

The International Student Film Festival Hollywood offers student filmmakers from all over the world a unique opportunity to gain the recognition of film industry leaders, creating career development opportunities in their home countries as well as in the U.S. For more information, visit www.isffhollywood.org.

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International Events

11th edition of Barcelona International Television Festival (FITB)

Begins: November 12, 2007

The Barcelona International Television Festival (FITB) is a three-day screening for children and young people from around the world: documentaries, animations, TV programs and series. Two prizes: UNICEF and CREATIVE will give awarded. The program includes MEDIA LITERACY, screenings from the ITC service of the department of education of the autonomous government of Catalonia and the exhibit of secondary school news programs, commercials and fiction videos organized by the Blanquerna Communication Department of the Ramon Llull University.

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Universal Headline News

NBCU Goes to Jupiter for Japanese Sci Fi

NBC Universal Inc. and Jupiter Telecommunications Co., Ltd. have signed an agreement for NBC Universal to acquire Jupiter Telecommunications' subsidiary company JSBC2, and launch Sci Fi Channel on J:COM.

Under the terms of the agreement, NBC Universal will acquire 100% of the equity of Jupiter Telecommunications' subsidiary company JSBC2, which currently holds the broadcasting license for Reality TV on the SkyperfecTV platform in Japan. The deal is expected to close in April 2008.

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Award Events

NO WORDS (4th edition) International no-dialogue ShortFilmFestival

Begins: November 7, 2007

NO WORDS (4th edition)International no-dialogue ShortFilmFestival

Films/videos without dialogues, about any topics, produced 2005, 2006 or 2007 can be submitted.FICTION, DOCUMENTARY, VIDEOCLIPS, ANIMATION and EXPERIMENTAL works are accepted, as long as they do not have dialogues or subtitles. In this competition, the film/video must be understood thanks only to the strength of the images. Music, sounds, environment and background noises, etc. are accepted.Entry to the competition is absolutely free.Deadline: July 15th 2007Awards:

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International Events

CINANIMA 2007

Begins: November 5, 2007

CINANIMA - The International Animated Film Festival of Espinho, Portugal is celebrating its 30th edition this year. The event's purpose is to promote animation art worldwide. Every year CINANIMA holds an International competitive program, panorama screenings, retrospectives, special programs, exhibits, seminars and workshops, besides promoting the gathering of directors, animators, producers and the audience in general in a friendly atmosphere. For more information, visit www.cinanima.pt.

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Montezuma International Film Festival 2007

Begins: November 1, 2007

The Montezuma International Film Festival is a new event celebrating every genre of international cinema during a five day span of free film screenings, lectures, art presentations, live music, street parties, beach parties, after-parties and explorations of the amazing landscapes of Montezuma, Costa Rica. For more information, visit www.montezumafilmfestival.com/.

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Artists Events

Rencontres Internationales 2007

Begins: November 1, 2007

The 'Rencontres Internationales' will take place in Paris in November 2007, at the Centre Pompidou, at the Jeu de Paume national museum and in other key locations. The same program will be presented in Madrid in April 2008 and in Berlin in June 2008. Those three events will propose an international programming focusing on film, video and multimedia, gathering works of artists and filmmakers acknowledged on the international scene along with young artists and not much distributed filmmakers. Visit art-action.org/en_info.htm for more information.

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Production Events

IQ Conference 2007

Begins: October 28, 2007

Tribe Pictures will host the 41st International Quorum of Motion Picture Producers Conference. Producers representing more than 40 countries and six continents will come together to exchange ideas, form partnerships and explore the latest trends and newest innovations in global film and video production. The theme of this year's event, "Show Me the Money," is intended to underscore the importance of creative dialogue and idea sharing to the international production community.

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Bindass Aids AIDS Prevention

Bindass, India's new youth channel, will join in the campaign to prevent AIDS by playing the acclaimed THREE AMIGOS spots, a series of twenty award-winning PSAs designed to stop the spread of HIV/AIDS. The channel will play the animated condom spots -- which feature three humorous characters who deliver the message that condoms are our friends or "amigos" -- ten times a day.

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International Headline News

Bee Partners Help Save the World

Celebrating the launch of McDonald's BEE MOVIE Happy Meal promotion, McDonald's, DreamWorks Animation SKG and Conservation International have joined together to encourage kids to have fun, learn, get outside and take action to "Bee Good to the Planet."

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International Headline News

Ben 10 Licensing Continues Apace

Cartoon Network Enterprises has inked a host of new licensing deals for BEN 10 in the U.K., reports KIDCSREEN. The second wave of merchandising includes agreements with Blues (apparel), Aykroyds (nightwear), Brand International (footwear), Roy Lowe (socks) and TDP (underwear). In addition, Pyramid Posters will produce an assortment of BEN 10 posters, key rings and badges, Gemma International is working on a line of stationery, and Mr. Lucky Bags is on board for gift bags. The next step for CNE will be the larger European market and cross-continental licensees.

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International Events

Highlights From Platform International Animation Festival

Begins: October 15, 2007

CalArts and REDCAT are hosting a screening highlighting films from the Platform International Animation Festival. The screening will feature work from Don Hertzfeld, Miwa Matreyek and Luis Cook. The Jack H. Skirball Series event will take place at the REDCAT at 8:00 pm. Admission is $9, $7 for students. For more information, visit redcat.org/.

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Film Events

Middle East International Film Festival (MEIFF) 2007

Begins: October 12, 2007

The Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage (ADACH) will launch the Middle East International Film Festival (MEIFF). In addition to the festival, they are also launching the Abu Dhabi Film Commission (ADFC), which has an ambitious plan to provide an unmatched range of services and incentives to attract filmmakers.

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Film Headline News

San Fran Int'l Film Fest Wants Your Films

51st San Francisco International Film FestivalSan Francisco, California, USAApril 24 - May 8, 2007Deadline: Nov. 30, 2007

The San Francisco International Film Festival (SFIFF) is a celebration of international and independent film that has brought progressive and discerning Bay Area film audiences together with the best films and filmmakers in the world since 1957.

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