Here’s the list of winners, nominees, filming locations, and the soundstage facilities that helped bring these projects to life. Film Categories Best Motion Picture – Drama The Brutalist Filming Locations: Hungary and Poland Soundstage: Origo Studios, Budapest Nominees: A Complete Unknown – Filming in New York City and New Jersey; Silvercup Studios Conclave – Filming […]
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Despite facing economic pressures, production slowdowns, and growing competition from tax-incentivized regions, Southern California is doubling down on its role as the global hub of entertainment. Developers, city officials, and industry leaders are banking on a strong rebound in 2025, committing billions of dollars to modernize and expand the region’s soundstage infrastructure. From historic revivals […]
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San Diego native and filmmaker Aaron David Roberts is bringing Hollywood closer to home with the launch of the Chula Vista Entertainment Complex (CVEC), an ambitious $85 million project poised to transform the region’s creative landscape. This state-of-the-art facility, located in Chula Vista, will serve as a single-source production hub, offering cutting-edge virtual production studios, […]
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Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) continues to position itself as a leader in cultivating industry-ready talent with the unveiling of the second phase of its state-of-the-art film studio backlot in Georgia. The 11-acre, multi-phase expansion now includes cutting-edge production facilities, an LED volume stage for virtual productions, advanced costume design labs, and a […]
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Scotland has firmly established itself as a global hotspot for film and television production, attracting a diverse slate of high-profile projects from across the entertainment industry. With its unparalleled landscapes, versatile urban architecture, and modern studio facilities, the country continues to play host to some of the most notable productions of the past decade. Glasgow […]
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On May 1, 2025, the Meadowlands Arena in East Rutherford will transform into the epicenter of the East Coast production world as it hosts the inaugural New Jersey Film & TV Expo. Organized by the Screen Alliance of New Jersey (SANJ) and supported by the New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission (NJMPTVC) and the […]
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As the production industry shifts post-strike and post-peak streaming, Variety Intelligence Platform (VIP+) has partnered with Stagerunner to release Hollywood Exodus—a new report exploring how, where, and why film and TV production is moving. Now available on Variety VIP+, the report blends exclusive data from Luminate Film & TV, commentary from global commissions, and StageRunner’s […]
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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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From tentpole blockbusters to fast-turnaround streaming hits, the Universal Costume House remains one of the industry’s premier destinations for wardrobe and styling. With facilities in both Los Angeles and Atlanta, the collections are vast and production-ready. Both locations have a variety of contemporary and specialty looks for men, women and children In Atlanta, the Legends […]
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The UK’s screen industry has long been a global leader in visual effects (VFX), known for its innovation and creativity. Now, with improved tax incentives, the sector is poised for additional growth. The UK Screen Alliance’s advocacy has paid off, as the new uplift to the Audio Visual Expenditure Credit (AVEC) allows VFX spending to […]
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