Production
Behind-the-scenes look at the production process of films, TV shows, and other media projects.
Utah film incentives fuel new productions, boosting rural economies
The production of 'Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1' alone injected an astonishing $94.
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.
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.
Lucasfilm mourns Star Wars editor Marcia Lucas
Before Star Wars became a global phenomenon, its iconic opening crawl and thrilling trench run were meticulously crafted in the editing suite.
New studio opening fuels Fort Worth film industry boom
Outside Fort Worth, a 450,000-square-foot production campus for Taylor Sheridan's universe opened in 2025, signaling a massive shift in Hollywood's geography.
Portugal at Cannes: Cultivating European Film Talent & Co-productions
At the 79th Cannes Film Festival in 2026, five Portuguese productions premiered, showcasing a nation aggressively positioning itself as a European co-production powerhouse.
AI's Growing Role in Film Production Challenges Traditional Roles
Pinewood Studios, a historic center for traditional film production, has secured permission to construct an artificial intelligence (AI) datacentre.
Culver City offers $500K in film incentives to cut shooting fees
Culver City has slashed shooting fees by up to 60% and approved a $500,000 incentive program, positioning itself as a sudden hotspot for film production.
A Quiet Place Part III Production Starts in 2026 for 2027 Release
In the bustling heart of New York City, filmmaker John Krasinski shared a cryptic photo from a new set.
Netflix commits to AI in filmmaking, potential for indie creators
Netflix is offering a product manager for AI Video a salary of up to $545,000 per year, confirming a serious commitment to integrating artificial intelligence into its film production pipeline from pi
LA on-location production jumps 10.7% in Q1
The TV show 'Fallout' secured an unprecedented $166 million in state funding for its third season in Los Angeles, a sum dwarfing prior incentives and revealing the escalating cost of attracting major
Georgia film industry spending declines as productions go overseas
Preliminary data for 2023 reveals a 15% decrease in direct film and television production spending in Georgia, reversing years of record growth.
First Ray Films unveils six-film slate at Cannes
On Tuesday, April 28, 2026, First Ray Films unveiled an ambitious six-film slate at the Cannes Film Market, with titles stretching out to 2028, signaling a significant long-term play in original conte
Desert Warrior struggles, earning under $500k globally
With a staggering $150 million production budget, the film 'Desert Warrior' earned just $487,848 across 1,010 screens in its opening weekend, averaging a mere $483 per screen, according to Inverse .
KVN Productions Balan The Boy at Cannes Film Market
In a bold, unprecedented move, the Malayalam film 'Balan The Boy' has secured a market screening slot at the Cannes Film Festival's Marché du Film for May 14, 2026.
Regional Film Productions Hire Local Cast and Crew
In Orchard Mesa, Colorado, a cemetery scene for the film "Felina" was shot not on a studio lot, but in a cast member's backyard on April 19, 2026.
Hollywood uses generative AI to resurrect Val Kilmer's likeness
In the upcoming film 'As Deep as the Grave,' Val Kilmer appears at various ages, including as a ghost-like figure and a young man, despite being too ill to shoot his role.
Babak Anvari Signs Production Deal with Range Media
Babak Anvari, BAFTA-winning director of 'Under the Shadow,' has signed with Hollywood powerhouse Range Media, marking a significant career shift for his distinctive genre work.
Amazon AI startup revolutionizes Hollywood production workflows
A new Hollywood production startup, backed by Amazon's AWS, is deploying artificial intelligence not only to cut costs and speed up filming, but also to explicitly bring jobs back to the industry, acc
Illinois Green Film Tax Credit Aims for Sustainable Growth
Illinois has become the first state to offer an additional 5% tax credit for film and TV productions achieving 'certified green production' status.
LA offers 20% parking discount to boost film production
Animated series and reality competition shows, previously excluded, can now receive California tax credits for the first time, signaling a broad new push to keep productions local.
Beeble and The VPX Lab Demonstrate Portable Virtual Production at NAB 2026
At NAB 2026, a hotel terrace is being transformed into a fully functional film studio, running complex virtual production on just a few laptops, according to ProVideo Coalition .
South Indian film producers form steering committee for industry challenges
South Indian film producers unanimously condemned unilateral decisions by stakeholders regarding theatrical terms or an 8-week OTT window.
Pittsburgh Airport Terminal to Become Film Production Hub
A vacant 440,000-square-foot terminal at Pittsburgh International Airport, once bustling with travelers, is now promoted as a colossal backdrop for Hollywood blockbusters and TV shows.
Wonder Project, Luma AI Launch AI Production Services Venture
Amazon Prime's 'House of David' season 2 dramatically increased its AI-generated shots to between 350 and 400.
Utopai Studios PAI platform boosts AI video generation capabilities
Utopai Studios, formerly Cybever, has booked $110 million in revenue for upcoming projects, 'Cortés' and 'Project Space,' across global territories, according to Forbes.
Utopai Studios PAI platform generates 4K videos
Utopai Studios' PAI platform now renders complete three-minute 4K video narratives.
Utopai Studios PAI Platform Announces Three-Minute 4K Video Capability
A single minute of 4K video from Utopai Studios' PAI platform currently takes around 30 minutes to render, yet the company has just announced the capability to generate three-minute videos at the same
Uttarakhand Offers New Incentives to Become Top Film Production Hub
With nine regional films released this year and 14 more in production, Uttarakhand's Garhwali and Kumaoni film industry is experiencing an unprecedented boom, fueled by state subsidies up to Rs 2 cror
Uttarakhand offers Rs 2 crore subsidy for regional film production
The Uttarakhand government has increased the subsidy for Garhwali, Kumaoni, and Jaunsari films eight-fold, now offering up to Rs 2 crore.