From Stagerunner Green Scene, H2 OnSet has announced a hydrogen power service providing film and TV productions with zero emission electricity power. The “first-of-its-kind” solution was developed in consultation with those involved in film and TV production and will use low-carbon hydrogen suppliers, including a generator boasting a sustained AC power output of 165kW The […]
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The multimillion-dollar Crown Works Studios plans in Sunderland envision the creation of up to 20 sound stages for use in blockbuster film and TV productions, bringing stars and other creative talent to the area as well as creating thousands of jobs across a range of professions. Film company Fulwell 73 – the company behind Netflix football documentary […]
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Actor Kevin Costner is partnering with a southern Utah developer to bring a $40 million-plus film studio to St. George, Utah. That’s the biggest news that emerged from St. George Mayor Michele Randall’s State of the City address Tuesday to the crowd at the Dixie Convention Center. “It’s going to be a massive, massive addition […]
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COLUMBUS, OH (MARION COUNTY NOW)—The Ohio Department of Development announced today that it is awarding over $44 million in tax credits to support the production of TV series and feature films across the state. The awards are being made through the Ohio Motion Picture Tax Credit Program, which provides a refundable tax credit of 30 […]
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Wisconsin: A new GOP legislative proposal would grant up to $5 million a year in tax credits for film production companies. The bill from Wisconsin would also create a State Film Office, attached to the Department of Tourism, to oversee the program, which would allow credits such as up to 25% of the salary or […]
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Days after Super Bowl 58 smashed viewership records and Paramount saw record-breaking ad sales, the company is moving forward with significant layoffs, according to a memo from CEO Bob Bakish on Tuesday. Reports say the company could cut up to 800 jobs across its portfolio, which includes CBS, Paramount+, Paramount Pictures, Pluto TV, Showtime and cable networks. […]
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Over the past 20 years, New York has spent nearly $7 billion on taxpayer-funded subsidies to underwrite films and television shows produced in the state. In last year’s budget, annual outlays for the Empire State Film Production Tax Credit were bumped up to $700 million a year, promising a total of $7.7 billion more in cash handouts […]
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After a year that saw stars Matthew McConaughey, Kurt Russell, Morgan Freeman, Luke Hemsworth, Tom Hiddleston and Mark Hamill film movies in the state, the Alabama Film Office is looking forward to build on its successes in growing the film and entertainment industry here. “We’ve been very fortunate,” said Brian S. Jones, media and location […]
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A new model proposing shorter hours in the U.K. screen industry is garnering industry support. Bectu Vision, a Scottish screen skills training body affiliated with crew union Bectu, together with flexible-working experts Timewise have completed an in-depth study assessing the financial implications of shorter working days in scripted drama production. BBC and Screen Scotland, who backed the […]
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Ontario is rolling out the red carpet for major studios. In a move that solidifies its position as Hollywood North, the Canadian province has secured major commitments from Amazon MGM Studios and Netflix, lured by its stable tax credit system, booming infrastructure, and cutting-edge VFX capabilities. “Stability is key,” declares Ontario film commissioner Jason Cutler, […]
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