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01/29/2025

Big news for New Jersey! Netflix just dropped the site for their massive new production studios at the old Fort Monmouth site, and it’s looking like Hollywood movie magic is moving back to where it all began in a big way (pending some more approvals and hurdle jumps).

[ ICYMI - This $905 million project is set to turn 292 acres into a creative playground with 12 sound stages, post-production facilities, and all the bells and whistles you’d expect from Netflix. ]

It’s promising to bring thousands of jobs to the area and put Jersey back on the map as a major player in the entertainment world. (Word on the street is the Soprano clan has a bid in for the waste management contract.)

Netflix is also promoting sustainability and community engagement, with plans to preserve open spaces and provide opportunities for local businesses. There is a section on the site for vendors to submit requests to get in on the action.

This is huge for filmmakers, creatives, and anyone who loves seeing big ideas come to life.

Check out the site to see what's coming.

NetflixNewJersey.com

01/16/2025

Attention Animators! Have you seen Kinetix AI?

Think ChatGPT, but for motion:

☑ Type your prompt
☑ Add an acting reference video
☑ Generate your final video

If you want something specific: just act it out!

AI is blurring the line between Hollywood & DIY. We now have an opportunity to:

1. Record from anywhere.
2. Generate animated scenes in a fraction of time.

Curious what our fellow animators think?! 🧐

Revolutionizing AI-Generated Videos with Character Motion Control 🎥✨Kinetix introduces Character Motion Control, a groundbreaking feature for video diffusio...

12/17/2024

Google's Veo 2 dropped. Up to 4K resolution?! Seems to be better out of the box than Sora but who knows about the control...

Again, I ask, how will this be used?

NYU is offering RUNWAY gen AI as part of its Graduate Course offering.

We may all be integrating this into our workflow at some point.

https://blog.google/technology/google-labs/video-image-generation-update-december-2024/

11/07/2024

In a world where Hollywood's facing more plot twists than a Christopher Nolan film, aspiring filmmakers are left wondering: Is film school still the ticket to showbiz success? Join us as we dive into The Wrap's latest rankings, explore alternative paths to cinematic glory, and navigate the ever-changing landscape of the entertainment industry. Whether you're the next Spielberg or just someone who thinks they can fix the Star Wars sequels, this guide's got you covered.

https://goaheadandshoot.com/DpFs55

Is film school still the ticket to showbiz success? Our latest post breaks down 2024's top film school rankings and serves up some spicy alternatives.

09/13/2024

New York State loses another studio due to industry woes. Upriver Studios founded in part by Mary Stuart Masterson in Saugerties.

Upriver Studios closed after only four years in business, leaving the Hudson Valley with one large-scale soundstage.

08/03/2024

Comfort food leans into Mac and Cheese, chicken soup, maybe a mashed potato meal, or whatever hits your nostalgic belly .. BUT what about comfort movies? Do you have one?

08/01/2024

Attention NYC Film lovers!! NYFF62 has posted a Call for Volunteers

The 62nd New York Film Festival is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers to assist a number of departments including Production, Philanthropy, Press & Industry, Events, Theater Operations, and more. Volunteers are an invaluable part of the New York Film Festival, which wouldn’t be possible without the dedication and support of so many amazing people!

https://www.filmlinc.org/nyff62-call-for-volunteers/

08/01/2024

Attention NYC Film lovers!! NYFF62 has posted a Call for Volunteers

The 62nd New York Film Festival is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers to assist a number of departments including Production, Philanthropy, Press & Industry, Events, Theater Operations, and more. Volunteers are an invaluable part of the New York Film Festival, which wouldn’t be possible without the dedication and support of so many amazing people!

https://www.filmlinc.org/nyff62-call-for-volunteers/

The 62nd New York Film Festival is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers to assist a number of departments including Production, Philanthropy, Press, Special Events, and Theater Operation. Volunteers are an invaluable part of the New York Film Festival, which wouldn’t be possible without t...

07/31/2024

Technological breakthroughs have been upending Hollywood for more than a century, and editors have not been immune.

Will AI disrupt more industry roles?

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/30/business/economy/artificial-intelligence-hollywood-unions.html

Actors and writers won strict limits on artificial intelligence in last year’s contract negotiations, but editors and artists face a growing challenge.

07/29/2024

People want to be entertained..

An interesting POV via The New York Times

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/28/business/media/hollywood-movies-red-state-audiences.html

After a period of openly using movies to display progressive values, studios seem to be heeding a message from many ticket buyers: Just entertain us.

07/29/2024

ICYMI Video game actors and performers from Hollywood’s SAG-AFTRA union announced they would go on strike over concerns that generative AI could put their jobs at risk.

Hollywood’s video game performers are going on strike, throwing part of the entertainment industry into another work stoppage after talks for a new contract with major game studios broke down over artificial intelligence protections.