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Idris Elba Plans Film Studios in Africa, Pushing for Authentic Storytelling and Global Recognition

Idris Elba, celebrated actor and advocate for authentic storytelling, is setting his sights on Africa with a bold plan: to establish film studios across the continent and directly contribute to…

Inside Queensland’s Film Boom: A Look at New Studios, Incentives and Major Productions

Australia has always been known for its jaw-dropping beauty and diverse landscapes, but its burgeoning film industry is providing a new reason as to why the land down under is…

Louisiana’s Film Tax Credit Program Faces Potential Cuts Amid State Budget Overhaul

Louisiana has long been a top destination for film and TV production, thanks in large part to its robust Motion Picture Production Program (MPPP), which offers up to $180 million…

How Winnipeg’s Tax Incentives and World-Class Facilities Are Changing the Game

Winnipeg, Canada, has quietly emerged as a burgeoning film production hub, attracting major projects and talent from around the globe. The city's combination of world-class facilities, competitive tax incentives, lucrative exchange rates (if applicable) and diverse…

Scotland Plans to Becoming a Global Film Hub by 2030

Thanks to an ambitious strategy launched earlier this year, Screen Scotland has set a bold goal: to transform the country into a “centre of global production” by 2030. This plan,…

New Zealand’s Film Industry Grows with Opening of Remarkable Studios in Queenstown

A new chapter in New Zealand’s film and television industry begins with the opening of Remarkable Studios NZ in Queenstown, spearheaded by Screentime New Zealand. Known for its breathtaking landscapes,…

Spain’s Film Industry Booms: Global Productions Flock to Incentives and Infrastructure

Spain is undeniably having its moment in the global film and TV industry. The nation’s ongoing boom started with the launch of the Spain Audiovisual Hub in 2021, which brought…

Chasing Rebates: How Tax Credits Have Become the Lifeblood of Global Productions

As global TV and film production enters a new era, financing a project in 2024 has become more challenging than ever before. Buyers at major markets like Cannes’ MIPCOM may…

Prague Studios Expands to Meet Rising Demand for International Productions

Prague Studios is making a bold move to enhance its offerings with a major expansion project worth $10.8 million (CZK 250 million), aiming to transform an existing hall in the…

Abu Dhabi Film Commission Boosts Rebate to 35% to Attract Global Productions

The Abu Dhabi Film Commission (ADFC) is raising its film and TV cashback rebate from 30% to 35%, starting January 1, 2025. This move strengthens Abu Dhabi’s position in an…

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