Talent

Just For Laughs Celebrates Rising Talent with Inaugural Shorts & Pilots Awards at 2025 Festival

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Montréal, Canada — Just For Laughs, renowned for its annual comedy festival, has unveiled the winners of its inaugural Shorts & Pilots Program following its flagship event in 2025. This initiative aims to highlight emerging talent in the world of comedic storytelling through short films and pilot episodes. In the Shorts category, the Grand Jury Prize was awarded to Better People, a project helmed by director Rory Kramer and penned by Jessica Uhler. The Audience Award in this category went to This Blows, featuring a script by Molly Clark and direction by Talia Smith. Both … Read more

Kang Ho-sung Launches KHS Agency: Revolutionizing Talent Management in South Korea’s Entertainment Industry

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Seoul, South Korea — After years at the intersection of law and entertainment, Kang Ho-sung is embarking on a new venture aimed at reshaping the way South Korean celebrities are represented. As the founder and CEO of KHS Agency, Kang is focused on introducing a fresh approach to artist management that goes beyond traditional methods. Having previously served as a prosecutor and worked as an entertainment lawyer, Kang is well-acquainted with the industry’s complexities. He emphasized the need for advanced support for artists—particularly as the Korean entertainment market continues to assert itself on the global … Read more

Sérvulo & Associados Elevates Talent: Four Professionals Earn New Partner Roles Amid Firm’s Growth

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Lisbon, Portugal — Sérvulo & Associados has announced the promotion of four key members within its firm. Francisco Boavida Salavessa and Pedro Silveira Borges have been elevated to equity partners, while Alexandra Valpaços and Manuel Henriques have been appointed hired partners. With these changes, the firm now boasts a total of 35 partners among its 120 attorneys. Manuel Magalhães, managing partner at Sérvulo & Associados, emphasized the significance of these promotions, stating they reflect the dedication, merit, and impressive professional records of the new partners. Magalhães noted that these appointments underscore the firm’s ongoing commitment … Read more

Venice Film Festival Unveils Star-Studded Jury Lineup Led by Alexander Payne, Featuring Global Talent and Renowned Directors

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Venice, Italy — The Venice Film Festival has revealed the complete lineup of this year’s international jury, enhancing the anticipation for the prestigious event. The jury will be led by competition president Alexander Payne, a renowned director, alongside several noteworthy figures from the film industry. Joining Payne are prominent talents, including Oscar-nominated Brazilian actress and writer Fernanda Torres, celebrated Iranian filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof, and Cristian Mungiu, a Romanian director and producer recognized for winning the Palme d’Or. Also on the jury are French director Stéphane Brizé, known for “Out of Season,” Italian filmmaker Maura Delpero, … Read more