Screen Queensland’s latest addition to its studio portfolio is making waves in the film industry, and not just because of its stunning locale. The new Cairns studio officially opened in April 2024, offering an 11,517-square-foot state-of-the-art soundstage to meet the surging demand from Australian and international productions. It’s more than just another filming facility; Cairns, […]
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CBS Media Ventures’ long-running syndicated court show Hot Bench is the latest unscripted production to leave Los Angeles, reflecting a larger trend driven by financial pressures and the allure of competitive tax credits. Starting next season, the Judith Sheindlin-created show will call Connecticut home, lured by a 30% tax credit projected to save the show […]
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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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Austin’s reputation as a global production hub is reaching new heights, with the city at the forefront of Texas’ booming film and television industry. Supported by strategic investments, incentives, and a commitment to fostering creativity, the region is transforming into one of the most exciting destinations for filmmakers and production companies alike. Mayor Kirk Watson […]
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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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Denmark, a nation renowned for its vibrant creative talent and critically acclaimed filmmakers like Susanne Bier, Lars von Trier, Nicolas Winding Refn, and Thomas Vinterberg, is finally stepping up its game to compete in the global film and TV production market. The country has approved a tax incentive program for international productions, set to launch […]
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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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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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