The halls of the Louisiana State Capitol brimmed with energy and urgency as hundreds of film industry professionals gathered Sunday to advocate for the preservation of the state’s Motion Picture Production Tax Credit Program. This initiative, often credited with transforming Louisiana into “Hollywood South,” faces a critical threat under proposed tax reforms championed by Governor […]
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Walt Disney Co. has bounced back with a quarter that exceeded Wall Street expectations, driven by the explosive success of Deadpool & Wolverine, the summer’s hit R-rated Marvel blockbuster. This performance, paired with a forward-looking strategy, suggests the entertainment giant is firmly regaining its footing under CEO Bob Iger. Disney’s shares surged 7.4% in premarket […]
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The Pennsylvania film industry is poised for a major boost, with 11 new TV and film projects set to generate more than $36.7 million in economic impact and create nearly 2,200 jobs across the Commonwealth. This impressive growth comes as the Pennsylvania Film Office, under the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED), awards $9.2 […]
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In a Hollywood power move that bridges music and film, Grammy-winning artist John Mayer and renowned filmmaker McG are set to acquire the iconic Jim Henson Studios lot for a reported $60 million. This landmark deal ensures the preservation of a property steeped in entertainment history, once home to Charlie Chaplin, A&M Records, and, most […]
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Louisiana’s film industry, long known as “Hollywood South,” is facing a seismic shift that could reshape its future. Following a recent vote by the Louisiana House of Representatives, the state’s vital film tax credit program is on track to sunset by June 2025. This decision, part of a broader tax reform package, has triggered alarm […]
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Pinewood Group, renowned for hosting iconic productions like James Bond, is riding a wave of revenue growth, thanks to the recent expansion of Shepperton Studios. For the first half of its financial year, ending September 30, 2024, Pinewood reported revenue of approximately $108 million (up from $73 million in 2023). This growth underscores the group’s […]
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Louisiana’s film tax credit program, a cornerstone of the state’s “Hollywood South” appeal, is facing potential elimination under proposed tax reforms by Governor Jeff Landry. With this change, Louisiana’s longstanding draw for the entertainment industry—especially major studios and independent filmmakers—is at stake. The Motion Picture Tax Credit Program, established in 2002, has spurred the development […]
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The Universal Studios Lot is one of the most iconic properties in the entertainment industry and has long been a beacon of imagination and a symbol of dreams being fulfilled for creatives all around the world. Since its grand opening in 1915, the lot has undergone many transformations to maintain its status as the epicenter […]
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As Texas A&M Fort Worth’s new virtual production studio takes shape, the city’s place in the media and tech landscape inches closer to a major milestone. An immersive movie set, featuring LED walls and motion-capture technology, is on track to start fueling Fort Worth’s film, video game, and training industries by January 2025. David Parrish, […]
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As Hollywood prepares for an era of new political pressures under Donald Trump’s return to the White House, the Motion Picture Association (MPA) extended congratulations to the president-elect, signaling their commitment to work with the administration on behalf of the entertainment industry. Representing the collective interests of major studios, the MPA noted the essential role […]
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