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FilmLA & the City of Los Angeles have announced a Low Impact Permit Pilot Program Effective as of April 27, 2026, LA's new Low Impact Permit Pilot Program will allow filmmakers working on low impact film shoots to obtain City of Los Angeles film permits at a significantly reduced price. Great news for indies or those…
Spring is here and incentive programs are rolling out new updates! In this month's roundup, we cover Hawaii, British Columbia, Mexico, Portugal, and more. No matter where you are producing, Entertainment Partners gives you the production incentives intelligence you need to make informed location and budgeting…
Fashion, Power, and Print Under Pressure: How Screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna crafted The Devil Wears Prada 2. Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway star in The Devil Wears Prada 2. © 2026 20th Century Studios. The cerulean sweater. Paris Fashion Week. The iconic makeover montage! The Devil Wears Prada is more than a movie, it’s…
Each month we highlight a Production Lot member through our Member Spotlights, which include a featured position on the Production Lot homepage and a Q&A to help the rest of our community get to know our Spotlight member better. This month we’re highlighting Bruce Miles! Meet Bruce Miles Bruce Miles began his acting career…
Elevate your Production Accounting career with ReelWorks! ReelWorks is partnering with IATSE Local 161 to launch an intensive 15-session training program to prepare rising Production Accounting Professionals in New Jersey with the essential skills needed to transition successfully to work as 2nd Assistant Accountants or…
Workers install the official 2026 festival poster (Aurore Marechal/Getty Images) The red carpet is rolled out on the Croisette, and the American footprint is thin this year. Of 22 competition films, only two are from US filmmakers: Ira Sachs's 'The Man I Love' and James Gray's 'Paper Tiger.' The rest leans heavily…
The Dailies reports on the latest in development, greenlights, renewals, and cancellations. Harry Potter (HBO) Film Development 🗒️ Oscar Isaac is set to star in a new Netflix Las Vegas drama from the creators of ‘Billions,’ while also signing a first-look deal with the streamer. (more) Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal will…
What productions need to know about the UK’s 29.25% AVEC + VFX uplift, including who qualifies, how to claim it, and the four major risks to avoid. Since shifting from the traditional Film Tax Relief (FTR) system to the Audio-Visual Expenditure Credit (AVEC), HMRC has begun the first phase of “future-proofing” the UK with…
For the first time in its history, Netflix is putting a film in theaters the way a traditional studio would. Greta Gerwig's 'Narnia: The Magician's Nephew' is moving from Thanksgiving 2026 to February 2027. Here's the plan: Full wide theatrical release on February 12, 2027, across all circuits globally. IMAX sneak previews…
The Rideback RISE Fellowship year 4 is open for applications — now through May 31! If you're a mid-career POC storyteller with a commercial project ready to level up, you need to know about this. What is the Rideback RISE Fellowship program? The 12-month Fellowship provides expert one-to-one mentoring and programming…
Say goodbye to scheduling headaches. New Movie Magic Scheduling delivers enhanced productivity, modern features, and seamless integration with Movie Magic Budgeting. The entertainment industry’s most trusted production scheduling software just got an upgrade. Introducing New Movie Magic Scheduling, the next generation of…
Welcome to the Production Lot! This community is a central hub to ask questions, find answers, promote your work, share feedback and offer tips to your industry colleagues. We're excited to have you here and want you to get the most out of every minute you spend with us. Here's a quick-guide to get you started: 🚀 Become a…
Find out how HMRC's updated guidance on the UK Audio-visual Expenditure Credit (AVEC) could affect your tax credit claim. HMRC recently updated its UK Audio-visual Expenditure Credit (AVEC) guidance on a few areas that could affect the total value of claims and when expenditure is claimable. Change 1: Four-Month Rule…
Nick Offerman, Nicole Kidman, and Elle Fanning at the premiere of A24's 'Margo's Got Money Troubles' (Stephanie Augello/Getty Images) Three A24 shows landed within days of each other this month: 'Euphoria', 'Beef', and the new David E. Kelley drama 'Margo's Got Money Troubles' (Kelley being the veteran TV creator…
The Sundance Institute Development Track allows feature fiction filmmakers with an in-progress screenplay to apply for multiple programs at once. Are you a feature fiction screenwriter looking to take the next step in developing your screenplay? Sundance Institute's Development Track has one open application that allows…
The entertainment industry is stabilizing thanks to competitive film incentives, smarter financing strategies, and audiences seeking original stories. The film and television industry is in a better place now than it has been in a few years, and that distinction is worth noting. After strikes, spending pullbacks, and a…
Bruce Miles is an actor and producer with experience working on independent features, commercials and short films. Bruce’s goal is to share stories with the world while creating opportunities for others in the industry.
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Cine Gear Expo LA brings together creatives, technicians, and industry professionals to share ideas, build connections, and spark collaboration. Whether you are an aspiring filmmaker, seasoned veteran, or technology enthusiast, the event celebrates the passion and innovation of the cinematic community. Where Storytelling…
