Boston Dynamics’ Atlas robot is back in the spotlight, and this time it’s breaking more than just barriers—it’s breaking it down on the dance floor. In a recent video, Atlas showcases an impressive array of acrobatics, from forward rolls and cartwheels to army crawls. The highlight? A flawless execution of the “coffee grinder,” a classic […]
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In a sweeping show of unity, more than 400 of Hollywood’s top creatives—spanning Oscar winners, showrunners, chart-topping musicians, and below-the-line talent—have signed a letter to the White House demanding one thing: don’t let tech giants like Google and OpenAI rewrite U.S. copyright law under the guise of AI innovation. The open letter, which counts signatories […]
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Nova Scotia is stepping onto the global production stage with a major milestone: its first-ever purpose-built film and television soundstage. Backed by $8 million in provincial funding and spearheaded by Screen Nova Scotia, the new facility in Mount Uniacke is set to open later this year—marking a major leap forward for a region that’s been […]
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The £700 million (approximately $890 million USD) Sunset Waltham Cross Studios project, once poised to be the largest film production facility in the UK, has officially been scrapped. The ambitious 91-acre development, backed by Blackstone and Hudson Pacific Properties, was intended to bolster the UK’s position as a global production hub. However, after years of […]
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Wildflower Studios, the Robert De Niro-backed, $1 billion production facility in Astoria, Queens, has been recognized as one of the world’s most groundbreaking commercial developments. At this year’s MIPIM Awards—one of the most prestigious real estate honors globally—the facility took home the top prize in the Industrial and Logistics category, making it the only U.S. […]
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Micro dramas—vertically shot, fast-paced soap operas broken into 90-second episodes—are dominating mobile entertainment, pulling in $7 billion globally and outpacing Hollywood blockbusters Traditional TV and streaming services have long relied on big-budget productions, marquee talent, and expansive marketing campaigns to attract audiences. But a new wave of bite-sized, binge-worthy scripted entertainment is shaking up […]
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In an effort to keep productions from fleeing to more generous tax havens, California has awarded tax credits to a record-breaking 51 film projects—the largest single-round allocation in the state’s history. With Hollywood still recovering from last year’s strikes and facing stiff competition from states like Georgia and international hubs like the U.K., this latest […]
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John Gaeta, the visionary behind The Matrix’s groundbreaking visual effects, is once again leading the charge into the future of entertainment with Escape.ai, a next-generation content distribution platform and creator marketplace. Launched in beta, Escape.ai is designed to empower filmmakers, digital artists, and game creators using generative AI, game engines, and cutting-edge production technologies. The […]
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A historic London landmark is about to get a blockbuster makeover. The Gillette Factory in Isleworth, a striking piece of West London’s industrial past, has been approved for redevelopment into a state-of-the-art film and virtual production facility. Hounslow Council’s Planning Committee officially greenlit the project, which will introduce six brand-new soundstages, alongside production offices, workshops, […]
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The Lumberyard film production facility in Catskill, New York, is back on the market with a major price cut, signaling a unique opportunity for film and TV producers looking to expand in the region. Originally listed at $11.5 million, the 20,000-square-foot soundstage and its surrounding buildings are now up for auction with a reserve price […]
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