For over six decades, the Broccoli family has held an iron grip on everything 007, from his drink of choice to the very actors who’ve embodied him. That era is now coming to an end. In a landmark deal with Amazon MGM, Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson have ceded creative control of one of […]
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Louisville is about to get a major production upgrade. The long-awaited $70 million transformation of the historic Louisville Gardens into a state-of-the-art film and TV production facility is set to break ground later this year, turning a century-old entertainment venue into a modern soundstage hub. As part of the agreement, Louisville Metro Government is contributing […]
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Netflix is doubling down on Mexico, announcing a massive $1 billion investment in local productions over the next four years. The commitment, revealed by Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos alongside Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, reinforces the country’s growing status as a key player in the global content market. As part of this initiative, Netflix will also […]
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Los Angeles is once again at the center of a high-stakes battle over studio space, but this time, the drama isn’t unfolding on screen—it’s happening in court. The long-awaited $1 billion redevelopment of Television City, backed by Hackman Capital Partners, has hit a legal roadblock as Rick Caruso’s The Grove moves to block the project, […]
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Oklahoma is making a bold play to cement itself as a major player in the film and television industry, building on the success of its $30 million annual rebate program. With a growing roster of productions—from Hollywood blockbusters to independent features—state officials are pushing to expand incentives, ensuring that Oklahoma continues to attract top-tier talent […]
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Spain has officially entered the global virtual production race with the launch of Coruña Immersive Studio (CEI), the country’s largest and most advanced LED volume. Featuring a 92-foot-wide LED wall, a 1,076-square-foot LED ceiling, and two movable LED totems, this state-of-the-art facility in A Coruña, Galicia is set to become a premier destination for film, […]
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Pennsylvania’s film industry is making a strong case for expansion as it continues to attract major productions, bolster local economies, and provide thousands of jobs. With high-profile projects like Mayor of Kingstown pumping millions into the state, industry leaders are urging lawmakers to triple Pennsylvania’s film tax credit to remain competitive with neighboring states. The […]
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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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Hollywood’s production output continues to see significant contraction, with new data confirming a sharp drop in total TV episodes, hours, and series produced in 2023 and 2024. While streamers and studios recalibrate their content strategies post-Peak TV, theatrical releases have ticked upward, reflecting a shifting industry dynamic. The Decline of TV Content According to a […]
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Las Vegas is gearing up to become Hollywood 2.0, with Mark Wahlberg, Sony Pictures Entertainment, and Howard Hughes Holdings leading the charge on a $1.8 billion film studio project in Summerlin South. If approved, Nevada’s Assembly Bill 238 (AB 238) would unlock $80 million per year in film tax credits, fueling the construction of Summerlin […]
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