Cape Town is set to cement its status as a premier global filmmaking destination with the announcement of Cape Point Film Studios (CPFS), an ambitious R900 million (approximately $47 million) project in Paardevlei, Somerset West. This state-of-the-art facility marks a transformative step for South Africa’s creative economy, offering world-class infrastructure to filmmakers from around the […]
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Santa Fe is gearing up to redefine its creative and economic landscape with the highly anticipated Midtown Development Project. At the heart of this ambitious plan is the expansion of Aspect Media Village, which aims to become northern New Mexico’s largest film studio, a game-changer for the region’s film and television production industry. Six years […]
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New Jersey’s film and television industry is experiencing a remarkable resurgence, transforming the state into a top destination for productions from around the world. With a strategic combination of competitive tax incentives, state-of-the-art facilities, and a diverse range of filming locations, the Garden State is reclaiming its legacy as a powerhouse for the film and […]
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In a bold move blending business acumen and creative vision, Katt Williams is stepping into the world of film studio ownership. The comedy legend has reportedly purchased a former military base in Alabama, with plans to transform it into a state-of-the-art production hub, signaling his entry into the film industry’s infrastructure game. In an interview […]
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Montreal is already one of the world’s most beautiful and elegant cities. The culture. The architecture. The green parks. With so much already as its disposal, why not add a world class studio to a world class city to transform it into an international film hub? Enter MELS Studios. The campus features 20 soundstages, ranging […]
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Located just 10 miles north of Santa Fe, New Mexico, Camel Rock Studios is rewriting the narrative for the film industry as the first fully owned and operated Native film studio in the United States. Nestled in the scenic Tesuque Pueblo, the studio is blending Indigenous heritage with cutting-edge production capabilities to create a world-class […]
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In a pivotal move, the Louisiana Senate Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Committee has voted to restore the state’s essential film and television production tax credit, albeit with reductions to its annual cap. This decision provides a lifeline for the industry, which faced existential threats after two House bills initially proposed abolishing the credit altogether. The […]
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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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