Film Industry
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Lenders Initiate Forced Sale of Television City Over Debt
Lenders led by Deutsche Bank have initiated the forced sale of Hollywood's iconic Television City, just five years after Hackman Capital Partners acquired it for $750 million.
Netflix's 2026 Vertical Pivot: Adapting to New Visual Language
By April 2026, Netflix will have fully deployed a mobile app redesign, replacing its iconic horizontal content rows with a full-screen vertical video feed.
California Expands Film Tax Credits to $750 Million
California's Film and Television Tax Credit program has nearly doubled to $750 million, now offering tax credits ranging from 35% to 45% for qualifying productions, according to Business Ca .
California Expands Film Tax Credits to $187 Million
Warner Bros. Pictures just received a staggering $42 million in tax incentives from California for an untitled film, part of a $187 million push to keep Hollywood productions within the state. This su
What are production coordinator responsibilities and daily tasks in film TV?
A single film or television production, involving hundreds of people and dozens of locations, hinges on one person's ability to keep its complex schedule, budget, and communications from unraveling.
California Film Tax Credit Program Expands
In its first year, California's expanded film tax credit program allocated $21.
Reese Witherspoon's Influence Shapes 'Elle' Legally Blonde Prequel
Before the first episode of 'Elle' has even aired, its star Lexi Minetree is already filming season 2.
Tax Breaks Fuel Film Production Exodus: Hollywood Faces New Power Dynamics
Filmmaker Griff Furst, known for traditional productions, is building a studio in Calabasas.
What is the role of the showrunner in television production?
In television production, a showrunner holds more creative authority than the directors of individual episodes, overseeing every aspect from script to screen.
Morocco Builds New International Cinema City Film Hub in Ouarzazate
Morocco has just broken ground on a new International Cinema City in Ouarzazate, an investment exceeding $25 million (240 million Moroccan Dirhams), according to Variety .
What is Virtual Production and Why Does it Matter for Filmmaking?
Renting an LED volume for real-time visual effects typically costs a production between $50,000 and $75,000 per week, a price tag that is both substantial and rapidly falling, according to Copilotco .
Shadowcast Pictures Closure Signals Industry-Wide Production Shift
More than 80 film and TV production service companies in Los Angeles have shuttered since 2022, marking a seismic shift in Hollywood's foundational infrastructure.
Hollywood Production House Closures Spark Economic Downturn Fears
Unemployment among below-the-line crew members in Hollywood reached 45% in Q4 2023, the highest in 30 years, even as streaming services continue to release a record volume of content.
DGA Union Ratifies Four-Year Contract, Securing Jobs
The Directors Guild of America (DGA) secured an unprecedented clause ensuring that any AI-generated footage will fall under a director's creative purview, a first for major Hollywood unions.
Film Grants for Emerging Filmmakers: The Competitive Landscape
The Norwegian Film Institute received 53 applications for its Sørfond, yet only 10 international co-productions will receive funding.
LMGI Awards Announce Nominees Amid Record Submissions
The 13th annual Location Managers Guild Awards received a record number of submissions from around the world, signaling a surge in global demand for unique filming locations.
Top 8 Best Screenwriting Books for Filmmakers
A script that sprawls for hundreds of pages often signals a fundamental misunderstanding: new writers were told structure is optional, a notion Thesuccessfulscreenwriter deems irresponsible.
Camden Film Quarter approval boosts UK film industry growth
By a razor-thin margin of 6 to 5, Camden councillors approved a £1 billion film quarter in Kentish Town on June 17, 2026.
What Are Line Producer Responsibilities in Film and TV Production?
According to Studiobinder , all SAG-AFTRA performers must receive their first meal break within six hours of first call.
European film sector trends show market growing to $33B by 2034
By 2034, the European movie market is projected to swell to US$33.
Hollywood's Exodus: LA Lost 42,000 Film Jobs As Production Flees State
Bad Robot Productions, a name synonymous with modern blockbusters, sold its Santa Monica headquarters for $31 million in November.
Filmmaking MasterClasses for Aspiring Directors
To learn about staging and efficiency, Steven Spielberg's "Raiders of the Lost Ark" plays with no sound in one MasterClass lesson.
How Film Production Agencies Adapt to Market Changes in 2026
Culver City's film permit application fee is set to jump from $165.
What are market-driven vs artist-driven film festivals?
Last year, a major 'artist-driven' festival saw 80% of its selected films arrive with pre-secured distribution deals, blurring the lines of true discovery and challenging its foundational mission, acc
Oscars: Academy Bans AI-Generated Performances; AI-Assisted Films Honored
Two films honored at the Oscars used AI technology to alter voices, a subtle integration that reveals a shifting landscape for human performers.
What are sustainable practices in green film production?
A single large-scale film production can generate an average carbon footprint of 3,370 metric tons, equivalent to burning over 3.
Netflix eyes future of large-scale historical dramas on streaming
Netflix has temporarily halted pre-production on its planned historical drama about the Carthaginian general Hannibal, a major project originally slated to begin filming in Italy later this year.
AI Threatens Filmmaking's Core Purpose, Kane Parsons Argues
Legendary director Martin Scorsese has joined the AI firm Black Forest Labs as an adviser, aiming to push creative boundaries with artificial intelligence, according to Variety .
Film Production Incentives: Economic Impact & Effectiveness
New Mexico has attracted over $5.
Saudi Arabia boosts filmmaking rebates to 60% to attract global productions
Saudi Arabia has boosted its film and TV production rebate to an unprecedented 60% of eligible local spending, making it one of the most financially attractive filming destinations globally overnight.