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Production

Behind-the-scenes look at the production process of films, TV shows, and other media projects.

Futuristic cloud platform interface analyzing a film script, identifying props, cast, and generating a budget, symbolizing streamlined film production workflows.
Production

Shamel Studio cloud platform streamlines film production workflows

A new cloud platform now breaks down a film script, identifies every prop and cast member, and generates a working budget in seconds, tasks that traditionally took days or weeks.

Victor Ren· Jun 9· 2 min read
A busy film set at night in New Jersey, showcasing the state's expanding role as a major production hub with its skyline in the background.

New Jersey Expands Film Tax Credits, Boosting Industry Investment

Julian Mercer · Jun 8
Martin Scorsese observing an AI-generated storyboard projection, symbolizing the intersection of human artistry and artificial intelligence in modern filmmaking.

Scorsese Advises Black Forest Labs on AI's Filmmaking Impact

Victor Ren · Jun 7
Film crew working on a production set in a scenic rural Utah landscape during golden hour, showcasing the economic impact of filmmaking.

Utah film incentives fuel new productions, boosting rural economies

Victor Ren · Jun 7
A futuristic Indian film studio where AI robots and holographic screens assist filmmakers, symbolizing the industry's embrace of artificial intelligence for cost reduction and efficiency.

Indian Film Studios Embrace AI to Cut Production Costs

Victor Ren · Apr 7
A powerful image of Bengali film and TV industry workers, including actors and crew, striking for improved on-set safety after a tragic death.

Bengal Film TV Industry Launches Indefinite Strike After Actor's Death

The Bengal entertainment industry has declared an indefinite strike following the tragic death of actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee, demanding immediate and comprehensive on-set safety overhauls. This unified work stoppage challenges existing production culture, seeking tangible, enforceable measures to protect all personnel.

Julian Mercer· Apr 6· 5 min
A vibrant image showing an AI interface projecting a new film ending onto a large Bollywood screen, with filmmakers and actors reacting to the technological shift.

Bollywood Embraces AI to Rewrite Film Endings, Cut Costs

The re-release of a decade-old film with an AI-generated happy ending has ignited a debate across India's film industry. Studios see a path to lower costs and faster production, but artists and audiences are questioning the creative price.

Victor Ren· Apr 6· 6 min