CULVER CITY, Calif. (June 3, 2011) - Columbia Pictures has optioned remake and sequel rights to Big Man Japan, which will be developed and produced into a new feature film by Neal H. Moritz through his Original Film banner, it was announced today by Hannah Minghella, president of production for Columbia Pictures. Big Man Japan was a breakthrough hit in Japan in 2007 and a cult hit in the United States in 2009. Phil Hay & Matt Manfredi will write the new adaptation.
Columbia Pictures Options Remake Rights To Japanese Hit Film "Big Man Japan"
Sony Pictures Statement Related To Lulzsec Attack
CULVER CITY, CA (June 3, 2011) - Statement of Michael Lynton, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and Amy Pascal, Co-Chairman, Sony Pictures Entertainment:
The cybercrime wave that has affected Sony companies and a number of government agencies, businesses and individuals in recent months has hit Sony Pictures as well. Yesterday afternoon a group of criminal hackers known as "LulzSec" claimed to have breached some of our websites.
Sony Pictures Television Sells Drama Slate To CTV In Canada
CULVER CITY, Calif (June 2, 2011) - Sony Pictures Television (SPT) today announced it has licensed its powerhouse slate of new drama series including “Charlie's Angels” “Pan Am” and “Unforgettable” to CTV in Canada. Canada's #1 broadcaster has also picked up the studio's hit reality series “The Sing Off” and another season of “Shark Tank.” The announcement was made by Keith Le Goy, president international distribution, SPT.
Sony Pictures Statement Related To Lulzsec Attack
CULVER CITY, CA (June 2, 2011) - On June 2, a group of criminal hackers known as "LulzSec" claimed to have breached some of Sony Pictures' websites and gained access to some consumer information.
Statement:
"We are looking into these claims," Jim Kennedy, Executive Vice President of Global Communications for Sony Pictures Entertainment.
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“the Amazing Spider-Man™” Swings Into Comic-Con® - And You Can Get The Opportunity To Represent Spider-Man Fans Everywhere By Becoming The Face Of The Fan
CULVER CITY, Calif., June 2, 2011 - In anticipation of the July 3, 2012 worldwide release of The Amazing Spider-Man™ in 3D, the cast and filmmakers will discuss the movie for the first time as they address the fans at Comic-Con® San Diego. One fan can be a part of the action by proving he or she is the ultimate Spider-Man fan in The Amazing Spider-Man Face of the Fan® contest. The contest winner will be the “face of the fan” at Comic-Con, and have the opportunity to meet the talent and filmmakers and conduct an interview with them.
Lucia Cottone Named Senior Vice President, Development And Current Programming, Networks For Sony Pictures Television
CULVER CITY, CA (June 1, 2011) - Lucia Cottone has been named senior vice president, development and current programming, networks, Sony Pictures Television (SPT). It was announced today by Marie Jacobson, executive vice president, programming and production, networks, SPT.
In this newly created role, Cottone is charged with global television development for SPT's growing channel portfolio worldwide. She will also oversee current programming, managing a slate of hundreds of original hours for the company's channels: AXN, SET, SPIN, Animax and related sub-brands around the world.
Mgm And Sony Pictures Entertainment Partner On 21 Jump Street
LOS ANGELES, CA (May 18, 2011)- MGM will become a financial partner on the upcoming Sony Pictures Entertainment film '21 Jump Street', it was announced today by MGM Co-Chairmen and Chief Executive Officers Gary Barber and Roger Birnbaum and Sony Pictures Chairman and CEO Michael Lynton and Co-Chairman Amy Pascal. Sony will handle marketing and distribution, while MGM will handle select international television licensing for the title.
Mgm And Sony Pictures Entertainment Partner On The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo
LOS ANGELES, CA (May 17, 2011)- MGM will become a financial partner on the upcoming Sony Pictures Entertainment film The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, it was announced today by MGM Co-Chairmen and Chief Executive Officers Gary Barber and Roger Birnbaum and Sony Pictures Chairman and CEO Michael Lynton and Co-Chairman Amy Pascal. Sony will handle marketing and distribution, while MGM will handle select international television licensing for the film.
Sony Pictures Television Sells Hit Series 'the Big C' In 171 Countries And 'justified' In 193 Countries
CULVER CITY, USA / LONDON UK (May 10, 2011) - Sony Pictures Television (SPT) today announced that two of its hit series, The Big C and Justified, have been licensed across additional territories in Europe. The new deals place the popular half-hour comedy in 171 countries and the hour-long drama in 193 countries. The announcement was made by Keith LeGoy, president, distribution, SPT.
Hugh Grant Takes The Lead In "The Pirates! Band Of Misfits" An Aardman Production For Sony Pictures Animation
CULVER CITY, Calif., May 5, 2011 - Hugh Grant will voice the lead role alongside an all-star cast in The Pirates! Band of Misfits, the new stop-motion, 3D, animated film produced by Aardman Animations for Sony Pictures Animation. The film, which will be distributed by Columbia Pictures, will be released March 30, 2012 in North America.
