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California Governor Candidates Vow to Save Hollywood – But is it Too Far Gone?

California Governor Candidates Vow to Save Hollywood – But is it Too Far Gone?

As California prepares to select its next governor, the future of Hollywood is a major focus. At Tuesday night’s CNN-hosted debate, several candidates outlined their vision for saving the state’s film industry. While revival is a key campaign issue, some industry observers wonder if media production has already moved on from its traditional hub.

Park Hoppin’ Video Captures Sparse Magic Kingdom on Epic Universe Opening Day

Park Hoppin’ Video Captures Sparse Magic Kingdom on Epic Universe Opening Day

While Universal’s brand-new Epic Universe celebrated its highly anticipated grand opening with a sold-out first day, Disney World’s Magic Kingdom was unusually quiet—as shown by one very familiar channel in the theme park community. Jay, better known as Drunk3PO from the Park Hoppin’ YouTube channel, spent the day at Magic Kingdom during Epic Universe’s big debut (while the rest of the Park Hoppin’ crew was having fun over at Epic!).

Texas Film Incentive Bill Moves Forward with $1.5 Billion Investment, Positions State as Conservative Hollywood Alternative

Texas Film Incentive Bill Moves Forward with $1.5 Billion Investment, Positions State as Conservative Hollywood Alternative

The Texas House of Representatives voted 114–26 on Monday to approve Senate Bill 22 (SB 22), a sweeping measure that allocates $300 million in film and television production incentives every other year for the next decade. If fully funded, the program would represent a $1.5 billion investment aimed at attracting film, television, and multimedia projects to shoot and produce in Texas, with the goal of creating local jobs, expanding economic activity, and positioning the state as a competitive alternative to other major production hubs like Georgia and California.

Black Panther Game Canceled by EA, Team Included Former Sweet Baby Inc. Dev Who Bragged About Not Hiring White People

Black Panther Game Canceled by EA, Team Included Former Sweet Baby Inc. Dev Who Bragged About Not Hiring White People

Electronic Arts has officially canceled its Black Panther video game and shut down Cliffhanger Games, the studio created to develop the project.

Announced in 2023 as part of EA’s multi-game deal with Marvel, the title had been in early development with no gameplay footage ever released. Its cancellation comes amid escalating controversy surrounding members of the development team and wider corporate restructuring within EA.

HBO Harry Potter Series Alleged to Cost Between $2-$8 Billion by Daily Mail, Budget Discrepancies Explode as Audience Challenges Mount From All Sides

HBO Harry Potter Series Alleged to Cost Between $2-$8 Billion by Daily Mail, Budget Discrepancies Explode as Audience Challenges Mount From All Sides

The upcoming Harry Potter television series from HBO could be one of the most expensive shows in television history with reports by The Daily Mail of an astronomical budget. According to The Daily Mail, each episode of the series is expected to cost a staggering £75 million, which is more than $100 million in USD. However, this figure contradicts earlier reporting by the outlet. 

The Last of Us Season 2 Finale Ratings Reveal Major Drop as HBO Spins 55% Audience Decline

The Last of Us Season 2 Finale Ratings Reveal Major Drop as HBO Spins 55% Audience Decline

The Last of Us Season 2 has officially wrapped, and while HBO is touting the series’ long-term streaming growth, the initial ratings for the finale paint a much different picture.

According to data shared by HBO and reported by Deadline, the Season 2 finale drew 3.7 million cross-platform viewers in the U.S. on its first night. While that number may seem strong in isolation, it represents a 30% drop from the Season 2 premiere, which brought in 5.3 million viewers. More significantly, it marks a 55% drop from the Season 1 finale, which drew 8.2 million viewers across platforms when it aired in March 2023.

OPINION: New Sony “Bad Actor” Detection Patent Feels A Lot Like a Digital Social Credit Score

OPINION: New Sony “Bad Actor” Detection Patent Feels A Lot Like a Digital Social Credit Score

Protecting kids online is a goal we all support. Nobody wants young players harassed, bullied, or exposed to toxic behavior in games like Minecraft or Fortnite. That’s why tools like muting, blocking, and reporting exist—and they’re essential. But a new Sony “bad actor” detection patent floats an approach that goes far beyond moderation.

OPINION: Amazon Cancels Wheel of Time But Still Pretends Rings of Power Was a Hit With Transparent Syndication Plot

OPINION: Amazon Cancels Wheel of Time But Still Pretends Rings of Power Was a Hit With Transparent Syndication Plot

Amazon is at it again—just days after canceling the much maligned Wheel of Time, the company is trying to convince the world that The Rings of Power is still worth its weight in mithril. After burning through more than $1 billion and facing a mountain of critical and audience indifference, the company has now decided the best way to salvage their beleaguered Tolkien spin-off… is to bring The Rings of Power to syndication.

Rotten Tomatoes Touts Critic Score for The Last of Us Season 2 While Ignoring Audience Rating of 39%

Rotten Tomatoes Touts Critic Score for The Last of Us Season 2 While Ignoring Audience Rating of 39%

Rotten Tomatoes is highlighting The Last of Us Season 2 as a critical success, announcing this week on X that the show is “Certified Fresh” with a 94% rating on the Tomatometer based on 238 critic reviews. However, noticeably absent from the post is any mention of the show’s significantly lower audience score—currently sitting at 39%.