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Samantha Masunaga
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In a first, animated movies receive film tax credits in California
"The Simpsons Movie 2," "Phineas and Ferb" and an untitled DreamWorks Animation movie are among the films that received state tax incentives.
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.
David Ellison hits CinemaCon, reiterating pledge to make more movies with Paramount-Warner Bros.
Paramount Chief Executive David Ellison came to the CinemaCon trade show in Las Vegas Thursday to reiterate his commitment to the theatrical business.
AMC’s Adam Aron backs David Ellison’s takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery
AMC Chief Executive Adam Aron said he believes David Ellison will hold to his promise of making 30 films a year from the combined Paramount-Warner…
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.