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Regal Cineworld Group has appointed Brooks LeBoeuf as its new head of content in the U.S.

As SVP of US Content, LeBoeuf will oversee the U.S. film and content teams, managing all acquisition, distribution and programming responsibilities for Regal Cinemas, interfacing with film studios and content providers.

LeBoeuf will also work closely with Regal’s internal teams in regards to scheduling across the circuit.

The announcement was made Wednesday by Adam Rymer, Chief Commercial Officer – US for Regal Cineworld Group, to whom LeBoeuf will report.

“Brooks has an impressive track record of understanding consumers and the changing expectations of the moviegoing audience, as we continue to enhance their overall theatrical experience,” said Rymer. “He will be a great asset in supporting our existing studio and content partners, as well as expanding the horizons of programming offered at Regal. I’d also like to thank James Lamar for his...

Exclusive: Rob Westerling is returning to Harkins as its VP of Content & Programming in Scottsdale, Az.

The news comes in the wake of the exhibition exec less than a month ago being named Regal Cinemas SVP of U.S. Content, a similar position previously held by Regal Theatres VP and Head of Film Andrew Turner, who exited recently.

Westerling was in the job for two weeks at Regal before having second thoughts, we hear.

“We’re excited to welcome back Rob Westerling to our team,” said Mike Bowers, president and CEO of Harkins Theatres. “His return is a testament to our incredible culture and the industry-leading work we’re doing to create the Ultimate Moviegoing Experience.”

Westerling is known as a respected and skilled circuit exec among studio distribution bosses. The quick revolving door speaks more to the current situation at Regal: After getting out of bankruptcy, the gossip coming...

Exclusive: Deadline has learned that Regal Cinemas has hired Rob Westerling as its SVP of US Content.

The news comes in the wake of Regal Theatres VP and Head of Film Andrew Turner exiting.

Westerling was recently VP of Content and Programming at Harkins Theatres in Scottsdale, Az. He starts the new gig at Regal on Monday, June 3.

Westerling counts 23 years of experience in the industry, 21 of those previously with Regal. He will oversee all US film buying and programming responsibilities while continuing to foster and grow relationships with film studios and content providers.

Westerling previously began work at Regal in 2001 at West Town Mall in Knoxville, Tennessee. He then transitioned to the theatre support office in 2005, where he quickly rose through the ranks of the film team, becoming Head of Film in 2018.

“As we evolve our global film structure, I am truly excited to welcome Rob back to Regal...

Exclusive: Sources tell us that Regal Theatres VP and Head of Film Andrew Turner is exiting the No. 2 U.S. chain.

Though the UK native and 35-year film industry distribution/exhibition vet was in the role for two years, several execs at studios have reached out to tell us how upset they are about Turner’s departure. Turner made a big impression during his run at Regal with his passion for theatrical. While at Regal, Turner launched the chain’s Monday Mystery Movie which features early screenings of studio releases for $5 per ticket across the circuit nationwide. The Regal event typically brings in around a hearty 30K admissions in any given Monday, a big boost for concessions. The Monday Mystery Movie has hosted such screenings as Sony’s Gran Turismo and Lionsgate’s Sisu. While the title is never revealed, moviegoers are typically given clues as to what the movie will be before purchasing tickets.

The Jonas Brothers' have found an unconventional fan in Sophie Turner's dad. On an episode of the HFPA in Conversation podcast, released on Wednesday, the Game of Thrones actress talked about her father Andrew Turner's "eclectic" music taste and his thoughts on her new husband, Joe Jonas. The two tied the knot in Las Vegas last month, not in the presence of her parents, and plan to soon have a larger wedding in France. "My dad always had the best music. He has the best music taste. I hated it when I was younger and now I can't stop listening to it," the actress said. "He loves Jethro Tull, R.E.M., Genesis—those are kind of my...

Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse will also be released in a Polish dubbed version later this year.

Trial screenings of English-language films with Polish-language subtitles or dubbing are set to take place in the UK as studios look to tap into the country’s growing Polish cinema-going market.

Mainstream Polish-language films have been performing notably well in the UK in recent years. Recently, Clergy (Kler) posted the best ever opening for a Polish film in the country, grossing £1m in its opening weekend – it is now up to £1.3m after two sessions.

Film studios now seem to be taking note of...

Monday, June 4

– The Independent Filmmaker Project (Ifp) announced today the projects selected for the fourth annual Screen Forward Labs, Ifp’s yearlong fellowship for content creators with story-driven, serialized projects. The program kicks off today, running June 4-8 at the Made in NY Media Center by Ifp located in Dumbo, Brooklyn including for the first time both non-fiction and fiction series aimed at television and digital platforms.

“We are thrilled to be able to expand this year’s slate of incredible projects to also include nonfiction along with fiction serialized content. This year 73% of projects selected are created by female creators and 50% are led by all-female teams,” said Joana Vicente, IFPs Executive Director, in an official statement.

The twelve selected projects all have completed pilots and/or proof of concept shot; they represent a mix of genres ranging from comedy, nonfiction, to sci-fi, with intended formats ranging from app-based, digital series,...