Hollywood

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Film crew setting up equipment in a scenic natural landscape during sunset, with a location manager reviewing permits.
Production

What is Location Scouting and Permitting for Film TV Production?

After its feature in 'The White Lotus', the Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea, Hawaii, experienced a 425% increase in website visits and a 386% rise in availability checks year-on-year, according to

Victor Ren·June 21, 2026
Film and TV executives in a modern office setting, discussing projects and strategy amidst a backdrop of movie posters and scripts.
Film & TV

AGBO promotes film and TV execs amid leadership changes

AGBO is preparing to release "Avengers: Doomsday" on December 18, with "Avengers: Secret Wars" following in 2027, according to Variety .

Julian Mercer·June 19, 2026
The Hollywood sign cracked, with a moving truck departing a studio lot, symbolizing the exodus of the film industry from Los Angeles.
Film & TV

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.

Julian Mercer·June 17, 2026
Hollywood film set with a virtual dragon interacting with live actors, overseen by an Immersive Supervisor using advanced AR/VR technology.
Production

What Is an Immersive Supervisor in Hollywood's AR/VR Productions?

On the set of a recent blockbuster, a single 'Immersive Supervisor' managed the real-time integration of digital dragons with live actors, a task that previously required separate VFX and on-set super

Victor Ren·June 16, 2026
A split image showing a large film crew on a major set contrasted with a smaller, agile independent film crew, symbolizing the diverse 2026 filmmaking landscape.
Production

What Is the Role of Production Agencies in the 2026 Filmmaking Landscape?

In Q1 2026, the Feature Film category in Los Angeles saw a staggering 52.

Victor Ren·June 9, 2026
Futuristic film studio with human directors and AI collaborating on movie production, showcasing the intersection of technology and human creativity.
Film & TV

AI in filmmaking poses ethical dilemmas for human creativity in 2026.

At Utopai Studios, founder Jie Yang showed a Hollywood director a trailer generated by AI for a film that hadn't even been completed.

Julian Mercer·June 7, 2026
Cinematic scene showing a vintage film projector merging with holographic AI interfaces, symbolizing the future of filmmaking and creative integrity.
Film & TV

AI Will Reshape Film and TV Creative Integrity by 2026

Legendary director Martin Scorsese, a staunch advocate for cinematic preservation and traditional filmmaking, has partnered with AI startup Black Forest Labs, signaling a surprising embrace of technol

Julian Mercer·June 6, 2026
Jason Momoa as Aquaman with his trident, with a subtle Minecraft-inspired landscape in the background, symbolizing his diverse acting roles.
Behind the Scenes

Jason Momoa reprises Minecraft and DC roles

Jason Momoa, known for his roles as Aquaman and Khal Drogo, will star as Garrett 'The Garbage Man' Garrison in the upcoming 'Minecraft Movie' and is confirmed to return for its sequel, scheduled for r

Victor Ren·June 1, 2026
An empty Hollywood studio lot with faded film posters and a wilting script on the ground, symbolizing the decline of original storytelling.
Creators

Hollywood cuts development funds, endangering original stories

Hollywood's major studios are actively drying up their own future movie pipeline by slashing the very development funds essential for new talent and fresh voices, according to Variety .

Tara Collins·May 31, 2026
Actress Kristin Villanueva announces her ambition to transition into producing at the Filipino Forces event in Hollywood.
Behind the Scenes

Kristin Villanueva announces producing ambition at Filipino Forces event

At the 4th annual Filipino Forces event in Hollywood, actress Kristin Villanueva declared her ambition to move into producing, surprising attendees, Variety reports.

Victor Ren·May 30, 2026
A futuristic Hollywood sign with AI circuit patterns, symbolizing the industry's adaptation to artificial intelligence, with a robot hand holding a film reel.
Film & TV

Variety hires Corbin Bolies to cover Hollywood's AI adaptation

Variety, a century-old entertainment industry bible, appointed its first dedicated AI reporter, Corbin Bolies.

Julian Mercer·May 26, 2026
Hollywood leaders and California Attorney General Xavier Becerra discuss job creation and tax incentives at a summit, with AI data visualized.
Behind the Scenes

Xavier Becerra calls for Hollywood jobs summit with leaders

California Attorney General Xavier Becerra declared the state's $750 million film and TV tax credit program merely 'the floor' for his expansion plans, according to Variety .

Victor Ren·May 22, 2026
Chris Noriega is promoted to partner at Verve, a significant internal milestone amidst broader industry changes and client/manager departures.
Film & TV

Verve Promotes Chris Noriega, Ninth Partner Amid Industry Shifts

For the first time since its founding in 2010, Verve has promoted a former assistant, Chris Noriega, to partner, even as a key manager and her clients depart for rival Range Media Partners.

Julian Mercer·May 19, 2026
A cinematic depiction of artificial intelligence influencing Hollywood scriptwriting, with holographic scripts and a shadowy AI figure observing.
Creators

Hollywood debates AI script eligibility for Oscars

Steven Soderbergh's documentary 'John Lennon: The Last Interview' featured AI-generated video of both John Lennon and Yoko Ono, a collaboration with Meta, to recreate a conversation that never physica

Julian Mercer·May 14, 2026
A screenwriter in a tense courtroom battle against a major Hollywood studio over intellectual property rights for their screenplay.
Media Industry

Protecting Your Screenplays with IP Rights in Hollywood

Paramount and Skydance successfully defeated a copyright lawsuit filed by a writer in 2026.

Julian Mercer·May 13, 2026
A desolate Hollywood studio lot dominated by IP-based movie posters, with a single, struggling seedling representing an original idea.
Film & TV

Hollywood's IP Reliance: Draining Creativity, Making Originals Rare

Nine of the top ten movies at the U.

Julian Mercer·May 11, 2026
Golden Globes award statuette being shaped by both human hands and glowing AI digital lines, symbolizing the new eligibility rules.
Creators

Golden Globes Won't Ban AI If Humans Lead Creative Work

For the 84th annual Golden Globes, scheduled for January 10, 2027, a film or performance could win an award even if artificial intelligence assisted its creation, provided a human remains the primary

Tara Collins·May 8, 2026
Diverse group of filmmakers and actors collaborating in a studio, discussing storyboards and scripts, representing inclusive Hollywood storytelling.
Film & TV

CAA and GLAAD Relaunch Full Story Initiative for Inclusive Hollywood Storytelling

Films with a cast at least 30% non-white consistently outperform less diverse releases across all budget levels, delivering a $116 million average box office advantage for blockbusters, Variety report

Julian Mercer·April 30, 2026
BAFTA-winning director Babak Anvari signing a production deal with Range Media, signaling a new phase for his genre filmmaking career.
Production

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.

Victor Ren·April 29, 2026
Los Angeles skyline at dusk with film production equipment, symbolizing the resurgence of the film industry and its creative energy.
Film & TV

Los Angeles film production sees 147 projects awarded tax credits

In the first quarter of 2026, feature film production shoot days in Los Angeles rebounded to their highest level in two years.

Julian Mercer·April 29, 2026
A dynamic visual of a film set nestled within the scenic Tennessee landscape, symbolizing its growing importance as a production hub.
Film & TV

Tennessee: An Emerging Film & TV Production Hub Beyond Hollywood 2026

In Tennessee, a qualified production credit can offset up to 50% of a company's franchise and excise tax liability, according to tnentertainment.

Julian Mercer·April 29, 2026
Filmmaker Babak Anvari and representatives from Range Media Partners solidify their new partnership with a symbolic handshake.
Production

Babak Anvari and Two & Two Pictures ink deal with Range Media

Filmmaker Babak Anvari, known for his BAFTA-winning horror film "Under the Shadow," has joined Range Media Partners.

Victor Ren·April 28, 2026
A desolate Hollywood landscape under a dark sky, with the iconic sign casting a long shadow, symbolizing the decline of original storytelling due to franchise dominance.
Film & TV

Hollywood's Original Storytelling Dries Up Amid IP Dominance

Of the top 66 movies earning at least $100 million domestically in the last three years, 47 (71 percent) belonged to an established franchise, according to Observer and Parrot Analytics .

Julian Mercer·April 26, 2026
A diverse team of filmmakers collaborating in a futuristic Hollywood studio control room, utilizing advanced AI technology for production.
Production

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

Victor Ren·April 25, 2026
A screenwriter working late at night, surrounded by books and scripts, symbolizing the complex but rewarding process of adapting a novel into a screenplay.
Books

How to Develop a Book Into a Successful Screenplay in 2026

The maximum reported amount for a one-step first draft deal for a book adaptation reached $2,250,000, according to the WGA .

Amelia Frost·April 25, 2026
Jez Butterworth shakes hands with a Universal Pictures executive, symbolizing a new five-year film and TV deal set to begin in 2027.
Film & TV

Jez Butterworth signs five-year Universal film, TV deal for 2027

Jez Butterworth's series 'MobLand' launched as the streamer's biggest global hit in March 2025, drawing 2.

Julian Mercer·April 24, 2026
Homer Simpson holding a giant donut in front of the Springfield Nuclear Power Plant, celebrating the confirmed release of The Simpsons Movie 2.
Film & TV

Simpsons Movie 2 Release Date Revealed for 2027

Twenty years after its predecessor, The Simpsons Movie 2 is set to receive approximately $21.

Julian Mercer·April 23, 2026
A symbolic representation of a book being transformed into a film, with elements of Hollywood production and creative adaptation.
Books

How Rights Acquisition and Creative Adaptation for Books to Screen Works

MGM entered exclusive negotiations for Andy Weir's 'Project Hail Mary' in a 7-figure deal, with Ryan Gosling already attached to star, according to Deadline .

Amelia Frost·April 22, 2026
The cavernous interior of a vacant airport terminal, repurposed as a large-scale film production hub with dramatic lighting.
Production

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.

Victor Ren·April 18, 2026
A symbolic image of money flowing into a film camera with minimal return, representing the low economic yield of New York's film incentives.
Film & TV

New York Film Incentives Generate Only 31 Cents Per Dollar

For every dollar New York pays producers through its film credit, the state generates only 31 cents in direct and indirect revenues, a stark financial reality for taxpayers.

Julian Mercer·April 17, 2026