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Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Veteran Independent Talent Agent Sara Puro-Steele Joins Portugal's Hit Management As Managing Director
EXCLUSIVE: Portuguese-based talent agency Hit Management has hired Sara Puro-Steele in the newly created role of Managing Director. Puro-Steele joins Hit Management after 17 years at the London-based Independent Talent Group. Puro-Steele is a dual Spanish-British national and fluent in Spanish, Portuguese, and English. She has represented actors such as Ariane Labed (September Says), Olga Kurylenko (Thunderbolts*), Jonas Nay (Deutschland 83), and Phil Dunster (Ted Lasso). More from Deadline 'The White Lotus' Season 3's Tayme Thapthimthong Signs With Artist International Group Richard Linklater's 'Nouvelle Vague' Draws Raft Of International Buyers For Goodfellas - Cannes Shaboozey Defends Megan Moroney After "Hateful Comments" Following AMA's Side-Eye: "Let's Not Twist The Message" Hit Management was co-founded by João Louro in 2011. The Lisbon-based company represents actors across film and television. Some of their clients include Afonso Pimentel, Inês Pires Tavares, Ricardo Pereira, Leonor Silveira, Simão Cayatte, and Laura Dutra. Hit Management also operates alongside its sister PR and advertising agency, mais que uma. Discussing the move, Puro-Steele said she has 'always had a passion for European talent.' 'The exceptional work of my clients in their home countries is precisely what makes them so attractive for international projects casting in the UK and the US,' she said. 'I'm excited by the opportunity to help guide HIT Management into its next chapter, expanding our reach and continuing to champion emerging and established creatives on the international stage.' Recently relocating from London to Lisbon, the company has said Puro-Steele's remit will be to oversee the agency's strategic growth ambitions, particularly its goal of elevating Portuguese and Iberian Peninsula talent on the global stage. Joao Louro, CEO, HIT Management, added: 'Sara's experience aligns perfectly with our mission to expand the global visibility of Portuguese talent. Her leadership will be instrumental as we work to position Portugal—and the wider Iberian region—as a rising hub in global entertainment.' Best of Deadline 'Hacks' Season 4 Release Schedule: When Do New Episodes Come Out? Everything We Know About 'Hacks' Season 4 So Far 'The Last Of Us': Differences Between HBO Series & Video Game Across Seasons 1 And 2
The South African
27-05-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs assess Mabuza but hold off on contract decision
Kaizer Chiefs continue to explore defensive reinforcements as they deliberate over the future of Mhleli Mabuza, the Portuguese-based right-back who recently trained with the team. Despite his stint at Naturena sparking transfer buzz, the club has yet to make a definitive move. Mabuza, who plays for Louletano Desportos Clube in Portugal, joined the Glamour Boys for training at the tail end of the 2024/2025 campaign. With Chiefs planning a backline revamp ahead of the new season. His presence immediately stirred rumours of a potential signing. However, a source has confirmed that the club remains undecided. 'Chiefs are still weighing up their options. There's been no formal offer for Mabuza yet,' a source revealed. 'He trained with the team, and the technical staff have had a chance to look at him, but nothing has been finalised.' Despite the uncertainty from the Chiefs' camp, Mabuza's representatives remain upbeat. They believe the 24-year-old's training performance made a strong impression and are optimistic that talks will resume once the club finalises its squad plans for the 2025/2026 season. The former KZN Academy player didn't just make an appearance, he made an impact. Currently starring in the Campeonato de Portugal, Mabuza earned recognition as the league's top right-back, boasting an impressive nine assists this season alone. His consistent performances and attacking prowess from the backline have not gone unnoticed. With several Premier Soccer League (PSL) clubs now circling. Mabuza's European rise began in 2018 after a series of standout friendly matches showcased his talent. Since then, he has carved out a reputation as a dynamic and reliable presence on the right flank for Louletano DC. His speed, precision crossing, and attacking instincts have transformed him into one of South Africa's most intriguing exports. 'He trained with the team, and the Chiefs technical staff have had a chance to look at him. But nothing has been finalised.' Should Kaizer Chiefs sign Mabuza for next season? Let us know by leaving a comment below or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X, and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
18-05-2025
- Sport
- The South African
European-based player arrives at Kaizer Chiefs!
Kaizer Chiefs have welcomed a Portuguese-based South African defender for a trial to Naturena. The Glamour Boys are set to compete both locally and on the continent next season. And the club are well aware of the taxing nature of playing continental football. Kaizer Chiefs will reportedly make a number of reinforcements to their squad, and the first one may have already arrived at Naturena! READ MORE • Orlando Pirates take contrasting decisions on two struggling stars! READ MORE • Kaizer Chiefs set to miss out on TWO star PSL transfer targets! According to the latest reports, a former KZN Academy star has surfaced at Naturena. 24-year-old right-back Mhleli Mabuza is undergoing a trial at Naturena after parting ways with Portuguese side Louletano D.C. Mabuza has spent the past six years in Portugal at various lower division clubs. Now, according to KickOff , Kaizer Chiefs are assessing the full-back with a blockbuster transfer in mind. 'Amakhosi are believed to have recently welcomed defender Mhleli Mabuza for an assessment period at the club's training base in Naturena this week,' the publication reported. The Glamour Boys are also set to welcome a host of other players to Naturena in the coming weeks. Stay tuned to this website as we bring you the latest news. READ MORE • African goal-machine offered to BOTH Kaizer Chiefs and Pirates! Let us know by clicking on the comment tab below this article or by emailing info@ or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. You can also follow @ TheSAnews on X and The South African on Facebook for the latest news.
Yahoo
16-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Kirsty's Promise:' Indie British Thriller Hits EFM With ‘In The Arms Of The The Tree' Outfit Lucky Matrix
EXCLUSIVE: Portuguese-based sales and distribution company Lucky Matrix, best known as the outfit behind Iran's 2024 Oscar submission In The Arms Of The The Tree, has added the indie British flick Kirsty's Promise to its EFM slate. Kirsty's Promise is the directorial debut from Bristol-based writer Jeff Notton. The film is a Bristol-set dramatic thriller. The story follows ex-addict Kirsty, played by Simone McIntyre, who risks her new life by re-entering the brutal world of heroin and prostitution, and unknowingly the stalking grounds of a serial killer, to save her best friend Becky, played by Bear Thompson. More from Deadline 'Bisesero: A Daughter's Story:' Eugene Boateng Joins Pan-African Rwanda Genocide Drama - EFM Natalie Portman-Lena Dunham Rom-Com 'Good Sex' Sparks EFM Bidding War With Offers At $45M+ Roeg Sutherland Says He's Bullish On Indie Cinema Sector As B.O. & Foreign Sales Edge Back To Pre-Pandemic Levels - EFM This film is produced under Simone McIntyre's Orley Productions. The official synopsis reads: Kirsty's Promise is a thriller that centers on the relationship between two friends. Kirsty has escaped heroin addiction and the dangerous world of sex work to facilitate this addiction, only with massive fortitude and determination. She cherishes her new life with her partner and two young daughters and is desperate for her mate, Becky, still trapped in a cycle of drug dependency and sex work, to do the same. However, as Becky finds herself in deep trouble with a ruthless drug dealer, Kirsty is pulled back into a violent world she fought so hard to be free of, creating a deadly threat to her and her family. As events build to a brutal climax, Kirsty must decide how much she will risk for her friend. The film was shot entirely in Briston, England. 'We are delighted to team up with Lucky Matrix to share this beautiful film with audiences worldwide,' McIntyre said. Lucky Matrix's Phil Ox added: 'If you were drawn to the raw emotional power of Tyrannosaur or Fish Tank, you won't want to miss this gripping movie. Directed by first-time filmmaker Jeff Notton, the film delves into the complexities of friendship, addiction, and the struggles of sex workers. Featuring standout performances by Simone McIntyre and Bear Thompson, it's a fearless exploration of resilience and survival— relevant, socially aware, and surprisingly watchable.' Check out the film's trailer below. Best of Deadline How To Watch The 'SNL50' Anniversary Concert And Three-Hour Special This Weekend Everything We Know About Christopher Nolan's Next Film – 'The Odyssey': Release Date, Cast And More 'Bridgerton' Season 4: Everything We Know So Far
