At the 2025 South by Southwest (SXSW) conference, Amazon and MGM Studios unveiled their theatrical release plans for 2025, reflecting a growing commitment to the big screen. With an ambitious goal of releasing 12 to 14 films annually by 2026, the company is using 2025 as a transitional year to expand its international distribution and marketing network, laying the groundwork for a stronger theatrical presence. Jennifer Salke, Head of Amazon and MGM Studios, and Courtenay Valenti, Head of Film, emphasized [...]

Las Vegas is set to make its mark in the entertainment industry as Warner Bros. Discovery and Sony Pictures unveil plans for Summerlin Studios, a large-scale film and television production campus in collaboration with Howard Hughes Holdings. This ambitious project signals a transformative moment for Nevada’s film industry, contingent upon the passage of AB 238, a legislative bill that would introduce substantial tax incentives for the sector. A Game-Changer for Nevada’s Entertainment Landscape The proposed Summerlin Studios is expected to [...]

Netflix has released its latest Engagement Report covering the second half of 2024, providing insight into the platform’s most-watched content globally.  The Netflix Engagement Report is a biannual report published by Netflix that provides detailed data on content consumption on the platform. This report covers approximately 99% of all viewing time on Netflix, offering a comprehensive overview of user viewing habits. The primary metric used in the report is the number of views, calculated by dividing the total hours watched [...]

The 2025 Academy Awards celebrated milestones and historic achievements, marking a night of firsts and a significant triumph for independent cinema. The independent film Anora dominated the night, winning five Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director (Sean Baker), Best Actress (Mikey Madison), Best Original Screenplay (Sean Baker), and Best Editing (Sean Baker). Sean Baker made history by becoming the first director ever to win four individual Oscars in a single night for the same film. This unprecedented achievement surpasses even [...]

Los Angeles, once the undisputed epicenter of film and television production, is facing significant challenges in maintaining its status as the industry's primary hub. In recent years, a combination of high production costs, competitive tax incentives from other regions, and the global expansion of the entertainment industry have pushed many productions elsewhere. This trend has raised concerns among local stakeholders about the future of L.A.’s entertainment landscape. One of the primary factors driving productions away from Los Angeles is the [...]

Amazon MGM Studios has taken creative control of the iconic James Bond film series, marking a significant turning point in the franchise’s history. This shift comes after more than six decades under the stewardship of the Broccoli family, with longtime producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson stepping back. Wilson has announced his retirement from Bond film production to focus on other artistic and philanthropic projects, while Broccoli has expressed her intention to pursue new initiatives. The decision to transfer [...]