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WATCH NOW: Demystifying the Role of the Producer, ft. Kate Beyda, EVP Physical Production @ New Line
https://play.vidyard.com/HRkLaGdtRatgbE18Am69kf.html? In this exclusive conversation moderated by Media MKRS alumni Gautam Singhani & Osa Adu, hear from Kate Beyda, Executive Vice President of Physical Production at New Line Cinema, as she shares insights from her career, lessons from her new book, The Creative Producer's…
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The Producer's Guide to Virtual Production Space in the UK
Learn about the leading virtual production studios and stage spaces available to film and TV productions filming in the UK. UK productions are spoilt for choice when it comes to studio space. As well as state-of-the-art green screens, underwater tanks and sound stages, the UK offers a plethora of virtual production studios…
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Navigating Film & TV Incentives: Key Takeaways from New Hollywood’s 2025 Indie Financing Panel
Industry leaders gather to discuss the role of incentives in film financing strategies, and where the production landscape is headed. Film and television production incentives remain one of the most powerful tools for producers looking to stretch their budgets and bring ambitious projects to life. And these programs change…
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Don’t Lose Your Film’s Incentives: 7 Risks Every Production Must Avoid
Learn the seven most common risks of mismanaging production incentives—and how Entertainment Partners helps you avoid them while maximizing your budget. Once your production’s creative vision is locked in, picking a filming location often comes down to the numbers: which tax incentive program makes the most sense (and…
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🔥 Spec scripts are suddenly hot again…
Remember that August spec script surge we reported on? The numbers had been trending up all summer: 23 specs sold across the summer months, with 9 in August alone (the highest monthly volume since March 2017). Many wondered if it was just a lucky streak. But recently, multiple insiders have weighed in with what they're…
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WATCH NOW: From IP to Screen
In this free on-demand webinar, hear from the producers behind Dying for Sex, It Follows, Sonic the Hedgehog and Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft. https://play.vidyard.com/jpjRVXoeXbWbSXZXGd4hjy.html? In this Production Lot exclusive event, moderator Diana Mogollón (CEO, Rideback RISE) is joined by a powerhouse panel…
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Get to Know our Member Spotlight: Daniel Fuentes
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 Daniel Fuentes! Meet Daniel Fuentes Daniel Fuentes is a US-based…
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Welcome to the Production Lot: New Member Quick Start Guide.
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…
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Top 5 in Tech: Google Veo 3.1, House of David’s 253 AI Shots, NVIDIA's Personal AI Computer Ships
VP Land is a newsletter & YouTube channel covering the latest updates in creative technology for M&E professionals. Here's a quick roundup of the most significant developments in media and entertainment technology this week: 🌀 Veo 3.1 Brings Enhanced Editing Tools to Google’s Flow Google’s Veo 3.1 brings enhanced control…
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Find 'Good Fortune' at Theaters This Weekend
Good Fortune, written and directed by Aziz Ansari, follows fledgling angel Gabriel (Keanu Reeves) who swaps the lives of a struggling gig worker (Ansari) and a wealthy venture capitalist (Seth Rogan). Check it out in theaters this week then let us know what you think! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKWndx83RwQ
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Last Looks: Rian Johnson Takes a Break From 'Knives Out', Anna Kendrick Teams with J.K. Simmons
The Dailies reports on the latest in development, greenlights, renewals, and cancellations. Rian Johnson on the set of Knives Out (Lionsgate) Film Development 🗒️ Paul Greengrass has retitled his peasant revolt film ‘The Uprising,’ adding Jamie Bell, Cosmo Jarvis, and Thomasin McKenzie to the cast. (more) James Norton is in…
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The Black List Names 2025 Writers Lab Participants
The Black List has named the seven writers and projects chosen for its 2025 Writers Lab: Cristina Kinon (Dumb Luck) Melanie Rish-Ho (Slab Serif) Joe Veix (The Hole Story) Karna Warrior (Chomolungma) Rob Norman (I Love You, Tank) Kaley Rose Mamo (Play Therapy) Sarah Elizabeth Walker (The Junket) The program, now in its 12th…
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📺 10,000 TV execs just landed in Cannes…
(Source: MIPCOM) MIPCOM, the world's biggest TV marketplace, kicked off Monday in Cannes. Through Thursday, over 10,000 executives from 100+ countries will pack into the Palais and beachfront pavilions along the Riviera to buy, sell, and license content. Since 1985, MIPCOM has been the industry's crystal ball. It's the…
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Are You Watching 'The Chair Company' on HBO Max?
Tim Robinson created and stars in The Chair Company, a new HBO Max series about a man who investigates a far-reaching conspiracy after an embarrassing workplace incident. Check it out this weekend and let us know how it compares to Robinson's other series Detroiters and I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson.…
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Last Looks: Disney Acquires 'Impossible Creatures,’ Prime Video Renews 'Ballard' For Season 2
The Dailies reports on the latest in development, greenlights, renewals, and cancellations. Maggie Q in Ballard (Prime Video) Film Development 🗒️ Adam Driver and Anne Hathaway will star in Ron Howard’s military drama ‘Alone at Dawn.’ (more) Jason Bateman is in talks to direct ‘The Partner’ for Universal, with Tom Holland…
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Register Now: Tips for Passing the UK Cultural Test and an Easy Application Process
Every production applying for a UK incentive must pass the Cultural Test. In this Master Series, our experts will show you how to easily qualify under the test—a vital first step to accessing incentives, including the Independent Film Tax Credit (IFTC). Join us next week for this FREE webinar! And if you have questions for…