Film News Today — October 12, 2026
Ella Rumpf, Júlio Andrade, Ana Flávia Cavalcanti to Star in Locarno Winner Andrea Staka’s ‘Ibicaba: O Paraíso Prometido’ for MyMama Entertainment (EXCLUSIVE) and more — today's film signal.
The world of film and television is abuzz with exciting developments, from new projects and partnerships to shifting industry dynamics. MyMama Entertainment is set to produce a new film, 'Ibicaba: O Paraíso Prometido', starring Ella Rumpf, Júlio Andrade, and Ana Flávia Cavalcanti, under the direction of Locarno winner Andrea Staka. Meanwhile, Cannes Festival-winning producer Quijote Films is expanding its reach with the launch of an in-house scripted series division, signaling a growing trend of production companies diversifying their offerings.
In other news, Leonine, a leading German indie film and TV company, is making waves with its backing of Skydance, a major player in the industry. The move is seen as a vote of confidence in Skydance's leadership, with Leonine's boss praising the company's strong team. The focus on talent and collaboration is also evident in films like 'Sh*t Happens', a Tallinn-bound drama produced by Latido Films, which explores themes of class, dependency, and power. Additionally, actress Isabelle Huppert weighs in on the role of AI in the film industry, emphasizing the irreplaceable value of human performance. Finally, Beta Film has secured major deals for two female-led dramas, 'Queen Silvia' and 'La Vida Barcelona', highlighting the growing demand for diverse and compelling storytelling.
Today's signal:
• Ella Rumpf, Júlio Andrade, Ana Flávia Cavalcanti to Star in Locarno Winner Andrea Staka’s ‘Ibicaba: O Paraíso Prometido’ for MyMama Entertainment (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)
• Cannes Festival Winning Producer Quijote Films Launches In-House Scripted Series Division (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)
• Why the Boss of Leonine, Germany’s Top Indie Film and TV Company, Is Backing Skydance: ‘David Ellison and Ynon Kreiz Are a Very Strong Team’ (variety.com)
• José Maria Cabral on Tallinn-Bound ‘Sh*t Happens,’ Boarded by Latido Films: ‘It’s About Class, Dependency and Power’ (variety.com)
• Isabelle Huppert Says AI Hasn’t Replaced Her Yet: ‘It Really Is Me Acting’ (variety.com)
• Beta Film Secures Major Deals for Female-Led Dramas ‘Queen Silvia’ and ‘La Vida Barcelona’ (variety.com)