VALENTINE'S DAY - FEBRUARY 14TH
Valentine's Day, also called Saint Valentine's Day,is celebrated annually on February 14. It originated as a Christian feast day honoring one or two early Christian martyrs named Saint Valentine and, through later folk traditions, has become a significant cultural, religious, and commercial celebration of romance and love in many regions of the world.
The Feast of Saint Valentine was established by Pope Gelasius I in AD 496 to be celebrated on February 14 in honor of Saint Valentine of Rome, who died on that date in AD 269. The day became associated with romantic love in the 14th and 15th centuries when notions of courtly love flourished, apparently by association with the "lovebirds" of early spring. In 18th-century England, it grew into an occasion in which couples expressed their love for each other by presenting flowers, offering confectionery, and sending greeting cards (known as "valentines"). Valentine's Day symbols that are used today include the heart-shaped outline, doves, and the figure of the winged Cupid. Since the 19th century, handwritten valentines have given way to mass-produced greeting cards. In Italy, Saint Valentine's Keys are given to lovers "as a romantic symbol and an invitation to unlock the giver's heart". LEARN MORE |
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The 31st Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards, honoring the best achievements in film and television performances for the year 2024, will be presented on February 23, 2025, at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles. Actress Kristen Bell will host the ceremony. Here |
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YOUNG PERFORMERS: RULES ON THE SET!
Join the SAG-AFTRA President's Task Force on Education, Outreach & Engagement for a primer on the special rules and protections for Young Performers working on set. Hosted by SAG-AFTRA Executive Vice President Ben Whitehair with SAG-AFTRA National Director, Background & New York Entertainment Contracts Stephanie Perry. Filmed in 2023, it is still a great watch. WATCH NOW |
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South Arts hosted five free professional development workshops for creatives in 2024, but still a great watch.
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The Festival de Cannes will take place from 13 to 24, May 2025. Every year, the Cannes Film Festival takes over the city and the world's tabloids. Film industry professionals, international stars and up-and-coming actors mingle with the crowd eager for images and surprising encounters. LEARN MORE
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NORTHERN IRELAND SCREEN CELEBRATES ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL YEAR IN FILM AND TV PRODUCTION
Date Posted: January 2, 2025
2024 has proven to be a remarkable year for Northern Ireland’s film and television industry, with a diverse slate of productions showcasing local talent, captivating audiences worldwide, and garnering critical acclaim. From epic fantasy to hard-hitting dramas, Northern Ireland Screen has once again demonstrated the region’s strength as a world-class production hub. READ THE FULL ARTICLE |
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75th Berlin International Film Festival
The 75th Berlin International Film Festival & European Film Market will open on February 13, 2025 This German festival brings filmmakers from all over the world to the city of Berlin to celebrate films and filmmakers. Learn More |
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Screen Queensland &
BEAR COUNTRY TO START FILMING IN FEBRUARY
Filming for action thriller Bear Country, starring Academy Award-winner Russell Crowe, is set to begin in Queensland this February. Read More
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The Whickers Film & TV Awards
A documentary award offering up to £100,000 to emerging filmmakers from around the world. Learn More
Value: $100,000 Deadline:6 January-3 February, 2025 |
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Jewish Film Institute 2025 Completion Grants
Filmmakers, applications are now open for the 2025 JFI Completion Grants! These grants from the Jewish Film Institute provide crucial finishing funds to film projects that expand understanding of Jewish life, culture, and experiences worldwide. Submit your film by the early bird deadline (January 31) or the final deadline (February 21). LEARN MORE |
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World Cinema Fund
This grant supports filmmakers in producing and distributing feature films and documentaries that highlight cultural diversity and compelling storytelling. Learn more
Funding and Distribution in Germany Deadline: 7 January - 27 February, 2025 |
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As the largest federal funder of the humanities, NEH offers 47 grant programs to support museums, historic sites, colleges, universities, K-12 teachers, libraries, public television and radio stations, research institutions, independent scholars, and nonprofits nationwide. Find the best funding opportunity for your project using our grants search.
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Catapult Development Grant application open
January 15-February 12,2025
The development grant provides critical early-stage support to documentary filmmakers when funding is hardest to find. LEARN MORE |
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Help Those Affected by L.A. Wildfires
As you've witnessed in the news, Los Angeles is suffering greatly and are in extreme need due to the devastating fires. Our hearts go out to everyone in L.A. County impacted by this historic crisis — whether through loss, displacement or the uncertainty that accompanies such a tragedy. As always, the WORLD FILM FEDERATION is committed to serve our community during this challenging time. DONATE HERE |
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WORLD FILM FEDERATION is dedicated to bringing the Independent Film Market into one Global Community with members, like you taking decisive action with courage, determination and enthusiasm to achieve career success. |
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