The UK’s film and TV industry is at a pivotal moment, and Culture Minister Sir Chris Bryant is pushing for the BBC’s licence fee to remain a cornerstone of the sector’s success. Speaking at the Culture, Media, and Sport Committee’s inquiry into British film and high-end television, Bryant emphasized the need for a “massive production […]
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Could the next Pinewood Studios rise on the famed White Cliffs of Dover in southern England? Entrepreneur David de Min is betting on it. The 33-year-old visionary is on the hunt for investors to help him transform The Citadel, a 33-acre historic fortress overlooking the English Channel, into a world-class destination for film production, tourism, […]
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Space Film Studios, located on the Hertfordshire-Buckinghamshire border in Bovingdon, has entered an exclusive agreement with Locations London to manage its expansive backlot and potential build space. This 180-acre site is already primed for productions and offers a range of unique features that make it a standout destination for film and TV projects. The property […]
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Irving, Texas, is positioning itself to join the growing list of cities capitalizing on the Media Production Development Zone (MPDZ) Act, a strategic initiative to drive film and television production through tax exemptions. This designation, established in 2009 and administered by the Texas Film Commission, allows for sales and use tax exemptions to develop, maintain, […]
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Los Angeles, CA — Stagerunner, the fast-growing global soundstage marketplace and production news platform, has announced a strategic partnership with Cheddar to produce and distribute exclusive Entertainment Business News content. The partnership represents a significant step for Stagerunner, which has quickly become the leader in breaking production news content across social platforms. With a daily […]
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A clash between private business and government interests is unfolding in Monmouth County, New Jersey, where the owner of Monmouth Executive Airport alleges an ambitious Netflix studio project is driving officials to seize his property. Alan Antaki, the airport’s owner since 2013, has faced multiple purchase offers over the years but has repeatedly refused to […]
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As production numbers dwindle and competition intensifies, New York is stepping up its game to reclaim its position as a top-tier destination for film and television production. Governor Kathy Hochul announced a robust expansion of the state’s film and TV tax incentive program, designed to attract big-budget productions and support independent filmmakers, while giving New […]
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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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MELS, the Montreal-based production powerhouse, is strengthening its international reach with the appointment of Aurée Lepage as Director of International Business Development in Los Angeles. The move marks a strategic push to align MELS more closely with Hollywood studios, reinforcing its reputation as a top-tier destination for film and TV production. Long known for its […]
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