The Location Guide

California Powers Up with a $750M Film Incentive Boost! To bring Hollywood productions back, Governor Gavin Newsom has proposed a $750 million film incentive to reclaim California’s spot as a top production hub. This bold move aims to keep jobs and projects in-state, with MPA Chairman Charles Rivkin praising it as essential to “keeping CA at the forefront of film, TV, and streaming.” Learn more about this industry-changing proposal here: https://lnkd.in/eA3RDGp9 #CaliforniaFilm #Hollywood #Entertainment #LatestNews #IndustryUpdates #TheLocationGuide

The Dune Universe Expands with HBO’s New Series, Dune: Prophecy Premiering on November 17, Dune: Prophecy takes audiences 10,000 years before Paul Atreides in an action-packed journey inspired by Sisterhood of Dune. Filmed across Jordan’s deserts and Budapest’s landscapes, Dune: Prophecy is backed by a stellar cast, powerful set designs, and a visionary production team led by Alison Schapker and Diane Ademu-John. Read more about it here: https://lnkd.in/eVvbbByv #DuneSeries #HBO #DuneProphecy #EntertainmentIndustry #SciFiSeries #FilmProduction #LatestNews #NewArticle #TheLocationGuide

Madrid Transforms into London for The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon 🧟♂️ This summer, Madrid became London for the new season of The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon, with filming near the Four Seasons Hotel. Partnering with Ánima Stillking, this season showcases Madrid’s potential as a prime production hub, having previously stood in for locations like Mexico City and New York. What does this mean for Madrid's growing influence in global film and TV production? Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/g4-qJeFp #FilmProduction #MadridFilmOffice #TheWalkingDead #InternationalCinema #ProductionHub #CreativeIndustry #LatestNews #TheLocationGuide

California Faces Production Decline FilmLA’s latest report reveals a 5% drop in filming in Greater Los Angeles for Q3 2024, the weakest of the year. Despite a rise in feature film shoot days, residual strike impact and competitive incentives from other states are reshaping California’s once-dominant production landscape. With increasing competition and calls for enhanced tax incentives, what’s next for LA’s film industry? Found out more here: https://lnkd.in/e23nmVBS #FilmIndustry #CaliforniaProduction #Incentives #FilmLA #EntertainmentBusiness #TaxCredits #FilmProduction #LatestNews #TheLocationGuide

Rivals Arrives on Disney+! The new 8-part series Rivals, based on Dame Jilly Cooper’s bestseller, is now streaming. Filmed at Bristol’s Bottle Yard Studios and across the West Country, this 1980s drama boasts a stellar cast and highlights the region's top-notch production talent. A true showcase of local expertise, both on and off screen! Want to know more about this exciting production? Read more here: https://lnkd.in/enJ6bV8s #DisneyPlus #Rivals #FilmProduction #BristolFilm #WestCountryTalent #TVIndustry #BusinessOfFilm #LatestNews #TheLocationGuide

After 11 days of screenings, networking, and insightful discussions, the British Film Institute (BFI) London Film Festival has officially announced its 2024 award winners. 🏆 Highlights include Memoir of a Snail by Oscar-winner Adam Elliot and Vibrations from Gaza. These films, alongside other winners, demonstrate the evolving and impactful ways storytelling connects us across industries. Want to learn more about the standout films and the innovative talent behind them? Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/g-Z-VGb2 #BFILFF #FilmIndustry #BusinessOfFilm #CreativeLeadership #InnovationInFilm #FilmAwards #BFI #LondonFilmFestival #CreativeIndustries #LatestNews #TheLocationGuide

Netflix is on the rise! In their Q3 report, they’ve added 5.1 million new subscribers, surpassing Wall Street expectations and hitting a total of 282.72 million paid members globally. With growth across all tiers, including a 35% jump in ad-tier memberships and new projects like Emily in Paris and Squid Games S2 in the pipeline, Netflix is gearing up for even more in 2025. Want to dive deeper into what’s driving Netflix’s growth? Click the link to read more : https://lnkd.in/eTYP-uhX #Netflix #StreamingGrowth #Q3Results #MediaIndustry #SubscriberGrowth #StreamingWars #EntertainmentIndustry #BusinessNews #IndustryNews #TheLocationGuide

Terrifier 3 Takes Over October at The Boxoffice Company! Damien Leone’s Terrifier 3 is scaring up big numbers, opening with $18.3M this weekend! Art the Clown is back, bringing terrifying and gruesome horror just in time for the Halloween season. From a humble $35K budget in 2016 to this box office smash, the Terrifier franchise has cemented its place as a horror powerhouse. Read more here : https://lnkd.in/efrRW2b9 #Terrifier3 #HorrorHit #BoxOffice #ArtTheClown #IndieHorror #LatestNews #IndustryUpdates #SpookySeason #TLG #NewArticle

Exciting news from The Production Guild of Great Britain! The new Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Committee is here to enhance diversity in the UK’s feature film and HETV industries (ScreenSkills). Led by Valeria Bullo (she/her), the committee includes industry leaders like Benjamin Greencare, Georgette Turner, and Laura Burrows. They aim to create an industry where everyone feels valued and represented. Want to learn more? Click the link to read the full article: https://lnkd.in/e_CPa7sC #PGGB #DiversityAndInclusion #FilmIndustry #HETV #NewVoices #LatestNews #NewArticle #IndustryUpdates #TheLocationGuide

This year’s CICLOPE Festival honored the best in production, animation, sound design, and more, featuring winners like Apple and A$AP Rocky. The creative industry came together in Berlin for inspiring talks and groundbreaking work. Curious to learn more? Read here: https://lnkd.in/eETVN79Q All winners can be found here : https://lnkd.in/enbdbD7D #CICLOPE2024 #CreativeIndustry #GrandPrixWinners #Latest #NewArticle #Innovation #CreativeExcellence #TheLocationGuide