Technology French Action Thriller ‘red Bird’ Secures CIS Deal as Indie Romance ‘step Back, Doors Closing’ Hits Tokyo Market October 30, 2026 Bright Esagbodje French action thriller Red Bird lands a CIS distribution deal while D.C. romance Step Back, Doors Closing debuted at Tokyo's market, highlighting shifting dynamics for indie films in 2026.
Entertainment Tokyo Women’s Empowerment Lineup at TIFF Highlights Those Who Fell Through the Cracks October 26, 2026 Bright Esagbodje The Tokyo Film Festival’s Women’s Empowerment lineup shines a spotlight on stories of women who fell through the cracks, offering powerful representation and global relevance.
Technology Anime Pay Divide: How Risk-taking Studios Outpace Safe Harbor Studios in 2026 October 26, 2026 Bright Esagbodje The anime pay divide reveals stark contrasts between studios daring to innovate and those playing it safe, with risks driving earnings in 2026.
Technology Tokyo Film Festival Honors Mizoguchi Legacy, Explores Anime Award, Celebrates Teen Cinema September 25, 2026 Bright Esagbodje The Tokyo Film Festival 2026 announces a Mizoguchi Kenji retrospective, an international anime award symposium, and a milestone Teens Cinema Workshop anniversary.
