formerly Mad Cornish Projectionist.
A new report suggests that some regions giving big bucks to Hollywood aren’t actually creating as many local jobs as their sky-high production spending figures imply, with the exception of California, New York and the U.K. Source: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/states-are-spending-billions-courting-hollywood-which-are-creating-the-most-local-jobs-1236559436/
Calvia is bringing its extensive film heritage to life with the launch of a new visitor experience, “Calvià, Film Set”, a film trail designed to showcase the most iconic locations that have appeared on screens around the world. Source: https://www.majorcadailybulletin.com/news/local/2026/04/03/141359/europe-new-hollywood-mallorca-calvia-film-set-project-action.html
As of April 3, China’s 2026 box office has already crossed 12 billion yuan ($1.74 billion), with more than 273 million tickets sold. On paper, it’s a record-breaking figure. In context, it’s even more striking: China now accounts for over … Continued
When Iraqi filmmaker Hasan Hadi was in primary school, his teacher made him fetch flowers to mark the birthday of then-President Saddam Hussein. Hadi still has a photo of himself holding that bouquet. Source: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-31/the-presidents-cake-movie-hasan-hadi-interview/106501300
“When they say, ‘You should be using AI,’ the first thought in your head is: ‘Are you asking me to teach you how to replace me with technology?’ ” says one studio assistant. Source: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-features/hollywood-assistants-ai-development-1236553905/
Three locations to open this summer followed by an additional three theaters not yet announced. Source: https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/arizonas-first-4d-immersive-movie-experience-to-open-at-harkins