COMSCORE 2023 ASIA PACIFIC BOX OFFICE ACHIEVEMENT AWARD ANNOUNCED

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BENNY SUHERMAN TO RECEIVE 2023 ICON AWARD AT CINEASIA

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, NEW JERSEY, NOVEMBER 2023 — CineAsia will honor Benny Suherman, Founder of Cinema XXI, with the CineAsia ICON Award on Thursday, 7 December 2023 during the Awards Ceremony at the Millennium Hilton in Bangkok.

“CineAsia is honored to recognize Benny Suherman,” stated Andrew Sunshine, Managing Director of CineAsia and President of Film Expo Group. “A true Icon, Mr. Suherman and Cinema XXI are highly regarded in Indonesia, as well as across the global motion picture industry. We congratulate Mr. Suherman on this well-deserved honor.”

Born in Jakarta in 1948, Benny Suherman is one of the key pioneers and lifelong player in the Indonesian cinema industry. He is the Founder and majority shareholder of PT Nusantara Sejahtera Raya Tbk, also known as, Cinema XXI. Benny is also the Founding Shareholder of PT Asahimas Chemical since 1986 until present. Previously, he was the Director of CV Sejahtera Film – a film importation, distributor, and production business from 1969 until 1972, and Founding Shareholder and Director of PT Suptan Film – a Film Importer business from 1972 until 1996. He graduated from the Indonesian Secretarial & Management Academy in 1969.

About Cinema XXI

Cinema XXI, operating under the auspices of PT Nusantara Sejahtera Raya Tbk, is the largest cinema chain operator in Indonesia with more than 35 years of experience in the film exhibition industry. Cinema XXI is committed to always providing the best moviegoing experience and convenience for the people of Indonesia. As of September 30, 2023, Cinema XXI has presented 1,250 screens in 232 cinema locations across 56 cities throughout Indonesia.

Not only a place to watch movies, Cinema XXI is also a second home for people to spend quality time with family and friends. Cinema XXI presents an unforgettable moviegoing experience for today and tomorrow. For three consecutive years in 2017, 2018, and 2019 Cinema XXI has been awarded the “World Branding Award” in Kensington, London as the Best Brand in the Entertainment Cinema Category (National Tier). In early 2019, Cinema XXI was also been awarded the “Millennials Top Brand Awards” by one of the preferred media of Indonesia’s young generation as the first choice of millennials for the category of leading cinema network in Indonesia. Despite the pandemic condition, in 2020, Cinema XXI was named “Industry Champion of the Year” by the Asia Corporate Excellence and Sustainability (ACES) Awards and “Indonesia Best Managed Company” by Deloitte in 2023.

https://www.cinema21.co.id/
https://21cineplex.com/

About CineAsia

CineAsia will take place from 4-7 December 2023 at the True Icon Hall in Bangkok. The CineAsia is where cinema exhibition and distribution professionals come to do business and network. The convention will also feature product presentations and screenings of major upcoming films, a full Trade show floor, exclusive sponsored events, and seminars relating to current and future trends across the industry.

Additional information on CineAsia can be found at www.cineasia.com.

About Film Expo Group

The Film Expo Group is the premier organizer of events in the motion picture industry. The Film Expo Group produces CineAsia, held in Bangkok; CineEurope, held in Barcelona; and ShowEast, held in Miami.

About GDC Technology Limited – Official Presenting Sponsor of CineAsia

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’) is a leading digital cinema solutions provider. GDC develops, manufactures and sells media servers, integrated cinema automation solutions, portable and enterprise series storage systems, theatre management systems and circuit-wide centralized management systems, and network operations center software for the global cinema industry. GDC is a licensee of the DTS:X object-based immersive sound technology from DTS, Inc. for the development of its media servers.  In addition, GDC also provides a suite of digital cinema products and services, including integrated projection systems, 3D products, projector lamps and silver screens. Since 2009, GDC Digital Cinema Network Limited, a GDC subsidiary, has managed VPF for up to 6,300 theatre screens and with more than 650 studios or motion picture distributors worldwide. For more information, please visit www.gdc-tech.com

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https://www.cinema21.co.id/
https://21cineplex.com/

About CineAsia

CineAsia will take place from 4-7 December 2023 at the True Icon Hall in Bangkok. The CineAsia is where cinema exhibition and distribution professionals come to do business and network. The convention will also feature product presentations and screenings of major upcoming films, a full Trade show floor, exclusive sponsored events, and seminars relating to current and future trends across the industry.

Additional information on CineAsia can be found at www.cineasia.com.

About Film Expo Group

The Film Expo Group is the premier organizer of events in the motion picture industry. The Film Expo Group produces CineAsia, held in Bangkok; CineEurope, held in Barcelona; and ShowEast, held in Miami.

About GDC Technology Limited – Official Presenting Sponsor of CineAsia

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’) is a leading digital cinema solutions provider. GDC develops, manufactures and sells media servers, integrated cinema automation solutions, portable and enterprise series storage systems, theatre management systems and circuit-wide centralized management systems, and network operations center software for the global cinema industry. GDC is a licensee of the DTS:X object-based immersive sound technology from DTS, Inc. for the development of its media servers.  In addition, GDC also provides a suite of digital cinema products and services, including integrated projection systems, 3D products, projector lamps and silver screens. Since 2009, GDC Digital Cinema Network Limited, a GDC subsidiary, has managed VPF for up to 6,300 theatre screens and with more than 650 studios or motion picture distributors worldwide. For more information, please visit www.gdc-tech.com

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BENNY SUHERMAN TO RECEIVE 2023 ICON AWARD AT CINEASIA

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BENNY SUHERMAN TO RECEIVE 2023 ICON AWARD AT CINEASIA

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, NEW JERSEY, NOVEMBER 2023 — CineAsia will honor Benny Suherman, Founder of Cinema XXI, with the CineAsia ICON Award on Thursday, 7 December 2023 during the Awards Ceremony at the Millennium Hilton in Bangkok.

“CineAsia is honored to recognize Benny Suherman,” stated Andrew Sunshine, Managing Director of CineAsia and President of Film Expo Group. “A true Icon, Mr. Suherman and Cinema XXI are highly regarded in Indonesia, as well as across the global motion picture industry. We congratulate Mr. Suherman on this well-deserved honor.”

Born in Jakarta in 1948, Benny Suherman is one of the key pioneers and lifelong player in the Indonesian cinema industry. He is the Founder and majority shareholder of PT Nusantara Sejahtera Raya Tbk, also known as, Cinema XXI. Benny is also the Founding Shareholder of PT Asahimas Chemical since 1986 until present. Previously, he was the Director of CV Sejahtera Film – a film importation, distributor, and production business from 1969 until 1972, and Founding Shareholder and Director of PT Suptan Film – a Film Importer business from 1972 until 1996. He graduated from the Indonesian Secretarial & Management Academy in 1969.

About Cinema XXI

Cinema XXI, operating under the auspices of PT Nusantara Sejahtera Raya Tbk, is the largest cinema chain operator in Indonesia with more than 35 years of experience in the film exhibition industry. Cinema XXI is committed to always providing the best moviegoing experience and convenience for the people of Indonesia. As of September 30, 2023, Cinema XXI has presented 1,250 screens in 232 cinema locations across 56 cities throughout Indonesia.

Not only a place to watch movies, Cinema XXI is also a second home for people to spend quality time with family and friends. Cinema XXI presents an unforgettable moviegoing experience for today and tomorrow. For three consecutive years in 2017, 2018, and 2019 Cinema XXI has been awarded the “World Branding Award” in Kensington, London as the Best Brand in the Entertainment Cinema Category (National Tier). In early 2019, Cinema XXI was also been awarded the “Millennials Top Brand Awards” by one of the preferred media of Indonesia’s young generation as the first choice of millennials for the category of leading cinema network in Indonesia. Despite the pandemic condition, in 2020, Cinema XXI was named “Industry Champion of the Year” by the Asia Corporate Excellence and Sustainability (ACES) Awards and “Indonesia Best Managed Company” by Deloitte in 2023.

https://www.cinema21.co.id/
https://21cineplex.com/

About CineAsia

CineAsia will take place from 4-7 December 2023 at the True Icon Hall in Bangkok. The CineAsia is where cinema exhibition and distribution professionals come to do business and network. The convention will also feature product presentations and screenings of major upcoming films, a full Trade show floor, exclusive sponsored events, and seminars relating to current and future trends across the industry.

Additional information on CineAsia can be found at www.cineasia.com.

About Film Expo Group

The Film Expo Group is the premier organizer of events in the motion picture industry. The Film Expo Group produces CineAsia, held in Bangkok; CineEurope, held in Barcelona; and ShowEast, held in Miami.

About GDC Technology Limited – Official Presenting Sponsor of CineAsia

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’) is a leading digital cinema solutions provider. GDC develops, manufactures and sells media servers, integrated cinema automation solutions, portable and enterprise series storage systems, theatre management systems and circuit-wide centralized management systems, and network operations center software for the global cinema industry. GDC is a licensee of the DTS:X object-based immersive sound technology from DTS, Inc. for the development of its media servers.  In addition, GDC also provides a suite of digital cinema products and services, including integrated projection systems, 3D products, projector lamps and silver screens. Since 2009, GDC Digital Cinema Network Limited, a GDC subsidiary, has managed VPF for up to 6,300 theatre screens and with more than 650 studios or motion picture distributors worldwide. For more information, please visit www.gdc-tech.com

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SIDDHARTH ROY KAPUR TO RECEIVE MPA PACIFIC COPYRIGHT EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR AWARD AT CINEASIA 2023

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OCTOBER 2023

SIDDHARTH ROY KAPUR TO RECEIVE MOTION PICTURE ASSOCIATION ASIA PACIFIC COPYRIGHT EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR AWARD AT CINEASIA 2023

Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Siddharth Roy Kapur, Founder & Managing Director of Roy Kapur Films, will receive the “Motion Picture Association (MPA) Asia Pacific Copyright Educator of the Year” Award at the CineAsia Awards Ceremony on 7 December 2023 in Bangkok, Thailand.

“It is with great pleasure we announce the honoring of Siddharth Lan with this award,” stated the President of Film Expo Group, Andrew Sunshine. “CineAsia and the MPA have worked together for many years to recognize individuals who have gone above and beyond for the industry.”

“We have long admired Siddharth Roy Kapur’s strong commitment to the growth and success of India’s film and television sector,” said Belinda Lui, President and Managing Director Asia Pacific, Motion Picture Association. “We have long admired Siddharth Roy Kapur’s strong commitment to the growth and success of India’s film and television sector. Over the years, he has advocated for a robust copyright and content protection framework to support the interests of filmmakers, and encouraged the introduction of legislation to modernise film classification and better protect IP rights. These efforts have contributed to positive momentum towards the enactment of India’s new Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill. The award is timely and well-deserved.”

Siddharth Roy Kapur is one of the most celebrated producers in Indian cinema and the Founder & Managing Director of Roy Kapur Films. He has produced some of the biggest blockbusters of Indian cinema like DANGAL and CHENNAI EXPRESS, along with pathbreaking films that have broken the mould like BARFI, KAI PO CHE and HAIDER. His latest production, LAST FILM SHOW was shortlisted in the Best International Feature Film category at the 95th Oscars, only the fourth Indian film to ever make it to this stage. His recent streaming shows include the crime thriller ARANYAK, and two seasons of the epic historical drama ROCKET BOYS, which bagged the Filmfare OTT Award for Best Series, receiving tremendous acclaim from audiences and critics. Siddharth is the former Managing Director of The Walt Disney Company India. His involvement in the film and media industry extends well beyond his production ventures. He serves as a managing trustee of the Mumbai Academy of the Moving Image (MAMI), which organizes the Mumbai Film Festival, and holds the position of co-chairman of the CII Media & Entertainment Committee. Siddharth was elected President of the Producers Guild of India for an unprecedented 6 consecutive terms, and has been listed on the prestigious Variety 500 list of the most influential people in global entertainment for the last 6 years consecutively. In July 2023, Siddharth was invited to membership of the prestigious Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) under the Producers branch. 

About CineAsia

CineAsia will take place from 4-7 December 2023 at the True Icon Hall in Bangkok, Thailand. The CineAsia trade show is where cinema exhibition and distribution professionals come to do business and network. The convention will also feature product presentations and screenings of major upcoming films, exclusive sponsored events, and seminars relating to current and future trends happening across the industry.

Additional information on CineAsia can be found at www.cineasia.com.

About Film Expo Group

The Film Expo Group is the premier organizer of events in the motion picture industry. The Film Expo Group produces CineAsia, held in Bangkok; CineEurope, held in Barcelona; and ShowEast, held in Miami.

About GDC Technology Limited – Official Presenting Sponsor of CineAsia

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’) is a leading digital cinema solutions provider. GDC develops, manufactures and sells media servers, integrated cinema automation solutions, portable and enterprise series storage systems, theatre management systems and circuit-wide centralized management systems, and network operations center software for the global cinema industry. GDC is a licensee of the DTS:X object-based immersive sound technology from DTS, Inc. for the development of its media servers.  In addition, GDC also provides a suite of digital cinema products and services, including integrated projection systems, 3D products, projector lamps and silver screens. Since 2009, GDC Digital Cinema Network Limited, a GDC subsidiary, has managed VPF for up to 6,300 theatre screens and with more than 650 studios or motion picture distributors worldwide. For more information, please visit www.gdc-tech.com

About the Motion Picture Association

Promoting & Protecting Screen Communities in Asia Pacific


The Motion Picture Association (MPA) Asia Pacific represents the interests of the six international producers and distributors of filmed entertainment. To do so, they promote and protect the intellectual property rights of these companies and conduct public awareness programs to highlight to movie fans around the world the importance of content protection. These activities have helped to transform entire markets benefiting film and television industries in each country including foreign and local filmmakers alike.

The organization acts on behalf of the members of the Motion Picture Association, Inc (MPA) which include: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, Netflix Studios, LLC, Paramount Pictures Corporation, Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc., Universal City Studios LLC, and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. The MPA has worldwide operations which are directed from their head offices in Los Angeles and Washington, D.C. and overseen in the Asia Pacific by a team based in Singapore.

For more information about MPA Asia Pacific, please visit www.mpa-apac.org 

and https://www.facebook.com/mpaasiapacific/.

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CINÉPOLIS’ JAVIER SOTOMAYOR TO RECEIVE EXHIBITOR OF THE YEAR AWARD AT CINEASIA 2023

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CINÉPOLIS’ JAVIER SOTOMAYOR TO RECEIVE EXHIBITOR OF THE YEAR

AWARD AT CINEASIA 2023

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, NEW JERSEY, 2023 — Javier Sotomayor, Managing Director Asia & Middle East, Cinepolis Corporativo will receive the “Exhibitor of the Year” Award at the CineAsia Awards Ceremony on Thursday, 7 December 2023 at the Millennium Hilton in Bangkok.

“It gives us great pleasure to present the Exhibitor of the Year award to Javier,” said Andrew Sunshine, President of The Film Expo Group. “Since its inception, Cinépolis has been a leading world-class cinema exhibitor making them an ideal candidate for this year’s award.”

Javier Sotomayor has over 25 years of experience in start-ups, marketing, business development, supply chain, and strategic planning in the industries of retail, entertainment, and financial services. He has worked in Latin America, the US, Asia and Middle East.

He has been associated with Cinépolis for over 20 years and has held various top positions across Marketing, Strategy, Supply Chain, and Business Development. For the past 10 years he has been running the company in Asia and the Middle East and has been instrumental in the company’s growth.

Javier serves on the Board of Directors of Cinépolis India, Cinépolis GCC, Cinemaxx Indonesia, Internet Architects, amongst their companies.

A proponent of continuing education, Javier’s multiple degrees include an Industrial Engineer from Tec de Monterrey, an MBA from IPADE Business School, and an AMP from Harvard Business School. He is married to Alicia for 25 years and has three children. His interests include playing tennis, reading, and traveling.

About Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas

Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas is a leading world-class cinema exhibitor in the United States that offers guests more than a movie. The Dallas-based theater chain opened its first luxury dine-in theater in Del Mar, CA in July 2011 and has some of the top performing dine-in movie theaters in the country, currently operating a total of 26 theaters with a presence in Southern California, Texas, Florida, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Ohio and Maryland. Its parent company, Cinépolis, was founded in Mexico in 1971 and today has positioned itself as the world’s second largest movie theater circuit in terms of attendance. For more information about Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas, please visit cinepolisusa.com or follow on FacebookInstagram and Twitter

About CineAsia

CineAsia will take place from 4-7 December 2023 at the True Icon Hall in Bangkok. The CineAsia Trade Show is where cinema exhibition and distribution professionals come to do business and network. The convention will also feature product presentations and screenings of major upcoming films, exclusive sponsored events, and seminars relating to current and future trends across the industry. Additional information on CineAsia can be found at www.cineasia.com.

About Film Expo Group

The Film Expo Group is the premier organizer of events in the motion picture industry. The Film Expo Group produces CineAsia, held in Bangkok; CineEurope, held in Barcelona; and ShowEast, held in Miami.

About GDC Technology Limited – Official Presenting Sponsor of CineAsia

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’) is a leading digital cinema solutions provider. GDC develops, manufactures and sells media servers, integrated cinema automation solutions, portable and enterprise series storage systems, theatre management systems and circuit-wide centralized management systems, and network operations center software for the global cinema industry. GDC is a licensee of the DTS:X object-based immersive sound technology from DTS, Inc. for the development of its media servers.  In addition, GDC also provides a suite of digital cinema products and services, including integrated projection systems, 3D products, projector lamps and silver screens. Since 2009, GDC Digital Cinema Network Limited, a GDC subsidiary, has managed VPF for up to 6,300 theatre screens and with more than 650 studios or motion picture distributors worldwide. For more information, please visit www.gdc-tech.com

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EUGENE YANG TO RECEIVE DISTRIBUTOR OF THE YEAR AWARD AT CINEASIA 2023

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EUGENE YANG TO RECEIVE DISTRIBUTOR OF THE YEAR AWARD

AT CINEASIA 2023

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, NEW JERSEY, OCTOBER 2023 — Eugene Yang, Senior Vice President, Theatrical Distribution and Marketing, Paramount Pictures Asia Pacific Region will receive the “Distributor Of The Year” Award at the CineAsia Awards Ceremony on Thursday, 7 December 2023 at the Millennium Hilton in Bangkok.

“For many years, Eugene Yang has established himself as a leader in the media and entertainment industry. We cannot think of a more deserving recipient for this year’s award,” stated the President of Film Expo Group, Andrew Sunshine.

“I am delighted that Eugene is being recognized as ‘Distributor of the Year’, a well-deserved honor and testament to his influence, skill, relationships, and hard work,” said Mark Viane, President International Theatrical Distribution.  “I have worked with Eugene for over a decade and he is a consummate professional and partner with incredible knowledge of the region, and a valued member of the Paramount team.”

Mr. Yang currently holds the position of Senior Vice President, Theatrical Distribution and Marketing, Paramount Pictures Asia Pacific Region. Prior to this post, he spent more than a decade at UIP Taiwan, with his last position as Managing Director and China Market Supervisor at Paramount Pictures International. He began his career in the industry as BVI for the Asia Pacific Region from 1996-1998.

Mr. Yang also holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of California, Irvine and a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering, from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona.

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About CineAsia

CineAsia will take place from 4-7 December 2023 at the True Icon Hall in Bangkok. The CineAsia is where cinema exhibition and distribution professionals come to do business and network. The convention will also feature product presentations and screenings of major upcoming films, a full Trade show floor, exclusive sponsored events, and seminars relating to current and future trends across the industry.

Additional information on CineAsia can be found at www.cineasia.com.

About Film Expo Group

The Film Expo Group is the premier organizer of events in the motion picture industry. The Film Expo Group produces CineAsia, held in Bangkok; CineEurope, held in Barcelona; and ShowEast, held in Miami.

About GDC Technology Limited – Official Presenting Sponsor of CineAsia

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’) is a leading digital cinema solutions provider. GDC develops, manufactures and sells media servers, integrated cinema automation solutions, portable and enterprise series storage systems, theatre management systems and circuit-wide centralized management systems, and network operations center software for the global cinema industry. GDC is a licensee of the DTS:X object-based immersive sound technology from DTS, Inc. for the development of its media servers.  In addition, GDC also provides a suite of digital cinema products and services, including integrated projection systems, 3D products, projector lamps and silver screens. Since 2009, GDC Digital Cinema Network Limited, a GDC subsidiary, has managed VPF for up to 6,300 theatre screens and with more than 650 studios or motion picture distributors worldwide. For more information, please visit www.gdc-tech.com

About Paramount Pictures

Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment, is a unit of Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA, PARAA), a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Paramount Pictures has some of the most powerful brands in filmed entertainment, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, and Paramount Players. PPC operations also include Paramount Home Entertainment, Paramount Pictures International, Paramount Licensing Inc., and Paramount Studio Group.

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HIRO MATSUOKA TO RECEIVE “ICON AWARD” AT CINEASIA


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November 2, 2022

HIRO MATSUOKA TO RECEIVE “ICON AWARD” AT CINEASIA

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, NEW JERSEY – Hiro Matsuoka, Representative Director and President of Toho Co., Ltd. and the President of Toho International Inc., will receive the prestigious “Icon Award” at the CineAsia Awards Ceremony on Thursday, 8 December 2022 at the Millennium Hilton Bangkok.

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“CineAsia is honored to recognize Hiro Matsuoka,” stated Andrew Sunshine, Managing Director of CineAsia and President of The Film Expo Group. “A true Icon, Hiro Matsuoka and his work are highly regarded in Japan, as well as, across the global motion picture industry. We congratulate Matsuoka San on this well-deserved honor.”

In addition to Hiro Matsuoka, other individuals who have received this honor include Bill Kong, Yu Dong and Tony Leung.

Hiro Matsuoka, is the Representative Director and President of Toho Co., Ltd. and the President of Toho International Inc., a leading Japanese entertainment company best known for creating the storied Godzilla franchise, TOHO animation, and running largest the movie theater chains in Japan.

Hiro is also the Chairperson of Toho-Towa Company and Towa Pictures Company, the exclusive distributors of Universal and Paramount movies in Japan. Hiro has spent his career bridging Hollywood and the Japanese film and television industry. During his tenure at Toho Co., Ltd., Hiro has led the exponential growth of Toho’s international business, including overseeing the production of hit blockbuster films in partnership with Legendary Pictures including GODZILLA: KING OF THE MONSTERS (2019) and POKEMON DETECTIVE PIKACHU (2019), which both achieved more than 350 million US dollars in global Box Office. He has also collaborated with international studios such as Germany’s Constantin Films, producing MONSTER HUNTER (2020).

In addition to the international division, Hiro lead Toho’s domestic motion picture group, the team responsible for such hits as JUJUTSU KAISEN 0: THE MOVIE (2021), which brought an extraordinary worldwide theatrical release in more than 70+ countries and regions and generated over 187 million US dollars in global Box Office, and KINGDOM II (2022).

After receiving his MBA Degree from University of Pittsburgh, Hiro began his media career as an Agent Trainee in Los Angeles working for International Creative Management, Inc., (acquired by Creative Artists Agency LLC in 2022), one of the most prominent global talent agencies. He is a member of the Council of Kawakita Memorial Film Institute, the Japan Academy Award Association Committee and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. In addition to Toho-Towa and Towa Pictures, Hiro also serves on the boards of other several companies, including The Pokemon Company.

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About CineAsia
CineAsia will take place from 5-8 December 2022 at the True Icon Hall in Bangkok. The CineAsia trade show is where cinema exhibition and distribution professionals come to do business and network. The convention will also feature product presentations and screenings of major upcoming films, exclusive sponsored events, and seminars relating to current and future trends happening across the industry.
Additional information on CineAsia can be found at www.cineasia.com.

About Film Expo Group
The Film Expo Group is the premier organizer of events in the motion picture industry. The Film Expo Group produces CineAsia, held in Bangkok; CineEurope, held in Barcelona; and ShowEast, held in Miami.

About GDC Technology Limited – Official Presenting Sponsor of CineAsia
GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’) is a leading digital cinema solutions provider. GDC develops, manufactures and sells media servers, integrated cinema automation solutions, portable and enterprise series storage systems, theatre management systems and circuit-wide centralized management systems, and network operations center software for the global cinema industry. GDC is a licensee of the DTS:X object-based immersive sound technology from DTS, Inc. for the development of its media servers. In addition, GDC also provides a suite of digital cinema products and services, including integrated projection systems, 3D products, projector lamps and silver screens. Since 2009, GDC Digital Cinema Network Limited, a GDC subsidiary, has managed VPF for up to 6,300 theatre screens and with more than 650 studios or motion picture distributors worldwide. For more information, please visit www.gdc-tech.com

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MAURICIO DURÁN RECIBIRÁ EL “PREMIO A LA TRAYECTORIA PROFESIONAL” EN 2022 SHOWEAST.

MNUEVA YORK, NY. OCTUBRE, 2022

Mauricio Durán, anteriormente a la cabeza de Universal Pictures América Latina, recibirá el “Premio a la Trayectoria  Profesional” ( Career Achievement Award) de este año en ShowEast.  Mauricio recibirá este honor especial en el marco de la Comida de Premiación del evento,  el lunes 17 de octubre en el Loews Miami Beach Hotel.

El “Premio a la Trayectoria  Profesional” (Career Achievement Award) de ShowEast se otorga a un miembro de la industria que ha realizado contribuciones significativas a la misma  a través de sus logros, desarrollos innovadores, dedicación y más, a lo largo de su carrera.

“Estamos encantados de otorgar el Premio a la Trayectoria  Profesional (Career Achievement Award ) 2022 a Mauricio Durán por su notable carrera de los últimos 35 años”, dijo Andrew Sunshine, presidente de The Film Expo Group. “Mauricio realmente se ha ganado una reputación que se extiende al mercado estadounidense”.

Mauricio Durán es un influyente representante de la industria cinematográfica en América Latina. Su visión y experiencia ofrecen una perspectiva única en la industria del cine obtenida de sus 35 años en roles de liderazgo para Buena Vista Columbia TriStar Films, México (Diciembre 1986 – Diciembre 2006)  y para Universal Pictures International , Latin América  (Enero 2007 – Agosto 2021), trabajando desde la Ciudad de México y viajando de manera extensa por toda América Latina .

Durante sus 35 años en la industria cinematográfica, Mauricio ha estrenado en cines más de 1,800 películas, incluidos más de 100 “blockbusters”. Entre ellos, la mayoría de las más grandes franquicias de la industria como Terminator, Toy Story, Los Increíbles, Monsters Inc., Buscando a Nemo, El Rey León, Godzilla, Hombres de Negro, Spiderman , Piratas del Caribe, Rápidos y Furiosos , Jurassic World y Mi Villano Favorito /Minions.

En 2007, Mauricio se unió a Universal Pictures como Vicepresidente  de  Distribución y Marketing  para América Latina. Fue el responsable de “abrir” la primera oficina de Universal Pictures en América Latina (ubicada en la Ciudad de México) y también  de supervisar a todos los equipos de distribución y marketing en esta región.

 

Mauricio participó activamente en varias innovaciones de la industria en México y América Latina, incluida la transición de 35mm a digital, la transformación de campañas de marketing convencionales a campañas vanguardistas digitales y todos los cambios tecnológicos  de las últimas tres décadas en este negocio.

Acerca de ShowEast

ShowEast se llevará a cabo del 17 al 20 de octubre de 2022 en el Loews Miami Beach Hotel en Miami, Florida. Después de 35 años, ShowEast es la convención cinematográfica más exitosa y de más larga trayectoria para los estudios , exhibidores y todos los  profesionales del cine. El evento atraerá a unos 2,000 profesionales de la industria cinematográfica estadounidense y latinoamericana. Y contará con presentaciones de productos y proyecciones de grandes películas próximas a estrenarse , exclusivos eventos patrocinados, además de seminarios emocionantes e informativos.

Acerca de Film Expo Group

Film Expo Group es el principal organizador de eventos de networking en la industria cinematográfica. Film Expo Group produce ShowEast, en Miami; CineEurope, en Barcelona; y CineAsia, en Bangkok.

Puede encontrar información adicional sobre ShowEast en www.showeast.com.

Bill Neighbors, Chief Content Officer at Xperi to Receive Career Achievement Award At Cineasia

NEW YORK, NY – Bill Neighbors, Chief Content Officer at Xperi, will receive a Career Achievement Award at CineAsia, Thursday, December 8, 2022, during the Annual Awards Ceremony at the Millennium Hilton in Bangkok. Xperi invents, develops, and delivers technologies that enable extraordinary experiences delivered via its brands (DTS®, TiVo®, HD Radio™, & IMAX Enhanced), making entertainment more entertaining.

Bill began working for DTS in 1993, where he helped pioneer the modern cinema audio experience. Today, Bill continues to play an integral role in the success of DTS, and by extension, Xperi, which prides itself on inventing, developing and delivering technologies that create extraordinary experiences every moment of the day for millions of consumers around the world.

“Hard working and respected by everyone in the industry, Bill’s record in our industry speaks for itself,” said Andrew Sunshine, President of The Film Expo Group. “He has had a tremendously accomplished career and we could not have thought of a more deserving Career Achievement Award recipient for 2022 as DTS celebrates 30 years in the business.”

Bill received his Bachelor of Science in business with an emphasis in Finance from California State University at Northridge where he also pursued extensive studies in economics and music. He began his career in a Fortune 100 company in corporate finance, then gained experience in the defense electronics manufacturing sector.

Bill was then hired as the General Manager of a leading entertainment electronics design and manufacturing company, supplying professional audio equipment to the TV broadcast industry. There, Bill oversaw the manufacture and distribution of equipment to news and sports outlets, such as ABC, NBC CBS, MLB, NFL, PGA and the Olympics. During his tenure, Bill grew the company to twice its size while leading multiple successful M&A projects.

Following his stint in the TV broadcast industry, Bill was recruited to work alongside Terry Beard, the inventor of DTS® Digital Audio technology, to lead the startup of DTS. Only four months after the company’s formation, on June 11, 1993, DTS launched in more than 850 cinemas and changed the motion picture audio experience forever. The company quickly grew the DTS footprint to over 20,000 screens. It’s no wonder that in 1996, DTS was an Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ Scientific and Technical honoree, winning a Scientific and Engineering Award (Technical Achievement Award) for the design and development of the DTS® Digital Sound System for motion picture exhibition – a recognition only bestowed upon individuals and companies whose discoveries and innovations have contributed in significant and lasting ways to motion pictures.

During Bill’s tenure, DTS has maintained a leadership position in digital sound for cinemas and expanded its position in pro audio production tools, consumer electronics and automotive.

Within the past decade, Bill oversaw the launch of DTS:X® immersive audio for cinema and guided the expansion of DTS:X in Asia and other worldwide markets. Bill has also spearheaded additional corporate expansions, including that of IMAX Enhanced and streaming platforms.

About CineAsia
CineAsia will take place from 5-8 December 2022 at the True Icon Hall in Bangkok, Thailand. The CineAsia trade show is where cinema exhibition and distribution professionals come to do business and network. The convention will also feature product presentations and screenings of major upcoming films, exclusive sponsored events, and seminars relating to current and future trends happening across the industry.
Additional information on CineAsia can be found at www.cineasia.com.

About Film Expo Group
The Film Expo Group is the premier organizer of events in the motion picture industry. The Film Expo Group produces CineAsia, held in Bangkok; CineEurope, held in Barcelona; and ShowEast, held in Miami.

About Xperi

Xperi invents, develops, and delivers technologies that enable extraordinary experiences. Xperi technologies, delivered via its brands (DTS, HD Radio, IMAX Enhanced, TiVo), and by its startup, Perceive, make entertainment more entertaining, and smart devices smarter. Xperi technologies are integrated into billions of consumer devices, media platforms, and semiconductors worldwide, driving increased value for partners, customers and consumers.

Xperi, DTS, IMAX Enhanced, HD Radio, Perceive, TiVo and their respective logos are trademarks or registered trademarks owned or licensed by the affiliated companies of Xperi Corporation in the United States and other countries. All other company, brand and product names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

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Media Contact: dawn.blaschick@filmexpos.com

Dr. Ngo Phuong Lan To Receive MPA Educator of the Year at CineAsia 2022

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February 2022

DR. NGO PHUONG LAN TO RECEIVE MOTION PICTURE ASSOCIATION ASIA PACIFIC COPYRIGHT EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR AT CINEASIA 2022

NEW YORK, NY: Dr. Ngo Phuong LAN, Chair of the Vietnam Film Development Association (VDFA) will receive the “Motion Picture Association (MPA) Asia Pacific Copyright Educator of the Year” Award at the CineAsia Awards Ceremony on Thursday, 8 December 2022 in Bangkok, Thailand.

“It is with great pleasure we announce the honoring of Dr. Phuong Lan with this award,” stated the President of Film Expo Group, Andrew Sunshine. “CineAsia and the MPA have worked together for many years to recognize individuals who have gone above and beyond for the industry.”
“Dr. Lan has been at the forefront of protecting the rights of filmmakers in Vietnam,” said Belinda Lui, President and Managing Director Asia Pacific, Motion Picture Association. “We are honoured to recognize the significant contribution Dr. Lan has made to strengthening copyright during her tenure in various leadership roles in government and industry. Over the years, Dr. Lan has initiated numerous knowledge exchange programs, in Vietnam and at film events around the world, and convened local and international partners in this productive enterprise. These efforts have helped to build a healthy and sustainable film and television industry in Vietnam that is increasingly competitive on the world stage.”

Dr. Ngo Phuong Lan is Chair of the Vietnam Film Development Association (VDFA). Dr. Lan founded the VFDA in 2019 and was subsequently elected Chairwoman by its members. She was formerly the Director of the Vietnam Cinema Department which falls under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

Her decorated biography includes roles as Chair of the Board of Theory and Criticism of Vietnam Cinema Association (2005-2010), Director of the Hanoi International Film Festival (2011-2018), Member of the Central Council for Theories and Critiques of Literature and Arts (2016-2021) and Member of the Network for the Promotion of Asian Cinema (NETPAC).

She served on the jury of various international and national film festivals and has received a number of Awards for her contributions to the film industry. As a renowned film critic, Dr. Ngo Phuong Lan’s essays and reviews have been published in a number of newspapers and magazines such as Cinemaya. She is also the author and co-author of numerous books on cinema, published in Vietnam and abroad.

Dr. Lan was born in Hanoi. She graduated from the Soviet Union National University of Cinematography (VGIK), Moscow in 1988. She received her Ph.D. in History of Culture and Art at the Institute of Culture and Information, Hanoi in 2005.

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About CineAsia
CineAsia will take place from 5-8 December 2022 at the True Icon Hall in Bangkok, Thailand. The CineAsia trade show is where cinema exhibition and distribution professionals come to do business and network. The convention will also feature product presentations and screenings of major upcoming films, exclusive sponsored events, and seminars relating to current and future trends happening across the industry.
Additional information on CineAsia can be found at www.cineasia.com.

About Film Expo Group
The Film Expo Group is the premier organizer of events in the motion picture industry. The Film Expo Group produces CineAsia, held in Bangkok; CineEurope, held in Barcelona; and ShowEast, held in Miami.

About GDC Technology Limited – Official Presenting Sponsor of CineAsia
GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’) is a leading digital cinema solutions provider. GDC develops, manufactures and sells media servers, integrated cinema automation solutions, portable and enterprise series storage systems, theatre management systems and circuit-wide centralized management systems, and network operations center software for the global cinema industry. GDC is a licensee of the DTS:X object-based immersive sound technology from DTS, Inc. for the development of its media servers. In addition, GDC also provides a suite of digital cinema products and services, including integrated projection systems, 3D products, projector lamps and silver screens. Since 2009, GDC Digital Cinema Network Limited, a GDC subsidiary, has managed VPF for up to 6,300 theatre screens and with more than 650 studios or motion picture distributors worldwide. For more information, please visit www.gdc-tech.com

About the Motion Picture Association – Promoting & Protecting Screen Communities in Asia Pacific

The Motion Picture Association (MPA) Asia Pacific represents the interests of the six international producers and distributors of filmed entertainment. To do so, they promote and protect the intellectual property rights of these companies and conduct public awareness programs to highlight to movie fans around the world the importance of content protection. These activities have helped to transform entire markets benefiting film and television industries in each country including foreign and local filmmakers alike.

The organization acts on behalf of the members of the Motion Picture Association, Inc (MPA) which include: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, Netflix Studios, LLC, Paramount Pictures Corporation, Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc., Universal City Studios LLC, and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. The MPA has worldwide operations which are directed from their head offices in Los Angeles and Washington, D.C. and overseen in the Asia Pacific by a team based in Singapore.

For more information about MPA Asia Pacific, please visit www.mpa-apac.org
and https://www.facebook.com/mpaasiapacific/.

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Media Contact: dawn.blaschick@filmexpos.com

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