Film and Pen

Culver City

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A modern film production set with crew and equipment, symbolizing adaptation to market changes and rising costs in the film industry.
Production

How Film Production Agencies Adapt to Market Changes in 2026

Culver City's film permit application fee is set to jump from $165.

Victor Ren·June 9, 2026
Film crew actively shooting a scene on a movie set in Culver City, with cameras, lights, and equipment.
Media Industry

Culver City film incentives boost local production

As of May 11, 2026, filming a three-day shoot in Culver City could cost $1,700 less in administrative fees alone, thanks to a new incentive package.

Leo Hartmann·May 20, 2026
Film production crew working on a busy set in Culver City, California, showcasing the city's new film incentives.
Production

Culver City Approves Film Incentives to Cut Production Costs

On November 10, 2025, Culver City approved a $500,000 film incentive program, slashing shooting fees by up to 60% and suspending business taxes for producers through 2036, according to Variety .

Victor Ren·May 12, 2026
Film crew working on a street in Culver City, with the city hall building visible, symbolizing new film production incentives.
Production

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.

Victor Ren·May 12, 2026