Film News Today — July 15, 2026
Locarno Winner Nelson Yeo’s ‘The House on the Moon’ Boards Parallax Films for Worldwide Sales (EXCLUSIVE) and more — today's film signal.
The film world is buzzing with excitement as news from the Locarno Film Festival continues to make waves. Nelson Yeo's award-winning film 'The House on the Moon' has just been picked up by Parallax Films for worldwide sales, marking a significant milestone for the project. Meanwhile, acclaimed director Fabrice Du Welz has been announced as the head of the Locarno International Competition Jury, bringing his expertise and insight to the prestigious festival. Another Locarno competition title, 'Hearing', has also found a home with Heretic for world sales, and a clip from the film has been unveiled, giving audiences a glimpse into what's in store.
As the film industry looks to the future, new projects and initiatives are emerging to support emerging talent. The MPA and APSA have reopened their film fund for Asia Pacific screenwriters, providing a vital opportunity for writers in the region to bring their stories to life. In other news, Almost Friday's Tyler Falbo is set to direct the R-rated theatrical comedy 'Boys for Life' at Paramount, with the studio setting a release date for the highly anticipated film. With so many exciting developments in the works, it's an thrilling time for film fans and industry professionals alike, and we can't wait to see what the future holds for these projects and the talented individuals behind them.
Today's signal:
• Locarno Winner Nelson Yeo’s ‘The House on the Moon’ Boards Parallax Films for Worldwide Sales (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)
• Fabrice Du Welz to Head Locarno International Competition Jury (variety.com)
• Locarno Competition Title ‘Hearing’ Lands at Heretic for World Sales, Unveils Clip (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)
• MPA, APSA Reopen Film Fund for Asia Pacific Screenwriters – Global Bulletin (variety.com)
• Almost Friday’s Tyler Falbo Sets R-Rated Theatrical Comedy ‘Boys for Life’ at Paramount (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)
• Almost Friday’s Tyler Falbo to Direct R-Rated Comedy ‘Boys for Life’; Paramount Sets Theatrical Release Date (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)