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Samantha Masunaga
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City of L.A. to offer cheaper film permits for ‘low-impact’ shoots
The City of Los Angeles will soon offer reduced-price film permits for shoots that have a low impact on the surrounding community as part of…
Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings to leave the company in June
Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings will leave the company's board in June to focus on philanthropy and other efforts, the streaming company said Thursday.
Hollywood’s latest power grab: Why theater owners are fighting back
Cinema United President Michael O'Leary said his group opposes Paramount Skydance's proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.
Hollywood offshoring: A look at who’s winning the global production race
As other countries have built up their incentive programs, production infrastructure and crew expertise, filming has increasingly moved overseas.
Movie theaters finally emerge from the shadows of the pandemic
After a recent string of successful films such as "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie" and "Project Hail Mary," movie theaters are feeling more optimistic about…
Amazon MGM Studios’ ‘Project Hail Mary’ rockets to the top of the box office
The Ryan Gosling-led "Project Hail Mary" hauled in $80.5 million in the U.S. and Canada this weekend, marking a big win for Amazon MGM Studios.
Nexstar finalizes acquisition of Tegna’s TV stations, despite opposition
Nexstar Media Group has closed its deal to buy Tegna, despite opposition from some state attorneys general.
‘The Pitt’ and a kids’ science show from Jimmy Kimmel receive film tax credits
Medical drama 'The Pitt' and a 'Family Guy' spinoff are among the 16 shows that were awarded tax credits for filming in California.
Warner Bros. nabs 11 Oscars, tying the record for most wins for a single studio
Warner Bros. had a big night with 11 Academy Awards, including Best Actor and Best Picture. It beat all other studios in the tally on…
Universal Pictures will now keep its movies in theaters for at least five weekends
Universal Pictures will now keep its movies in theaters for at least five weekends, a reversal from the studio's previous policy of about 17 days.