Promise Studios, a next-generation content studio integrating generative AI into film and TV production, has unveiled its first wave of hires and development deals. Backed by Hollywood heavyweights like producer Peter Chernin, Promise aims to bridge the gap between traditional filmmaking and AI-driven creativity—while ensuring human creators remain at the core of the process. Originally […]
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Los Angeles, CA — Netflix is determined to minimize disruptions to its Los Angeles-based productions in the wake of the devastating wildfires that have ravaged areas like Pacific Palisades, Altadena, and Malibu. Co-CEO Ted Sarandos emphasized the streaming giant’s commitment to supporting the city’s creative workforce during a turbulent time for Hollywood, following years of […]
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The battle over the proposed Marlow Film Studios is heating up, as the Planning Inspectorate begins reviewing Buckinghamshire Council’s rejection of plans for the multi-million-pound development. This decision comes amid rising demand for UK studio space and a growing debate about the use of green belt land. Advocates and opponents alike are making their cases, […]
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As Los Angeles grapples with the aftermath of devastating wildfires that displaced families and disrupted lives across the city, FilmLA’s 2024 On-Location Production Report provides a snapshot of an industry navigating unprecedented challenges. The report reveals a modest rebound in Q4 on-location production, with a 6.2% increase in shoot days compared to the same period […]
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Los Angeles’ entertainment industry faced a significant setback this week as raging wildfires forced the suspension of production on numerous high-profile TV series, including Fallout Season 2, Abbott Elementary, Grey’s Anatomy, Hacks, and Suits: L.A.. Fires in Pacific Palisades, Altadena, and Sylmar have burned more than 10,000 acres, with hazardous air quality and emergency conditions […]
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The PGA TOUR has officially launched its cutting-edge media production studio in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, setting a new benchmark for golf media production. This 165,000-square-foot facility, located next to the PGA TOUR’s headquarters, promises to revolutionize how golf content is created and shared with fans worldwide, blending advanced technology with compelling storytelling. A Game-Changer […]
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Abu Dhabi is doubling down on its efforts to become a premier production destination, unveiling a new incentive program offering up to 50% rebates on qualified production spend starting January. The enhanced rebate is designed to attract a broader range of international productions to the United Arab Emirates’ capital, building on its decade-long success as […]
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As artificial intelligence technology reshapes the entertainment landscape, major players are stepping up to ensure talent retains control over their digital identities. YouTube and Creative Artists Agency (CAA) have announced a groundbreaking partnership designed to equip creators and artists with tools to manage AI-generated depictions of their likenesses on YouTube. This collaboration, announced just over […]
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Liverpool, already celebrated as the most filmed location in the UK outside of London, is taking a bold step toward sustainable production with its latest announcement. The city is piloting a groundbreaking “plug-and-play” power network for key film and TV sites in the city center, setting the stage for a clean and creative production zone […]
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There’s a soft, afternoon glow suffusing an intimate scene between the plucky protagonist and her wood-chopping, flannel-shirted love interest’s mother on the Vancouver set of the Netflix Inc. show, Virgin River. A soapy drama centered on a nurse practitioner in a small, northern California town, Virgin River is the kind of show that reliably delivers […]
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