New York City skyline representing the state's growing film and television production industry

How Kathy Hochul’s New York Win Protects Hollywood’s East Coast Base Through 2036

Governor Kathy Hochul’s reelection victory assures continued investment in New York’s film and television infrastructure, with an $800 million annual tax credit program running through 2036 positioning the state as a sustainable alternative to California.

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Japanese independent filmmaker discussing career choices at film festival

Tsukamoto Shinya’s Path to Independence: Why Japan’s ‘Tetsuo’ Director Won’t Work for Studios

Tsukamoto Shinya, famous for his 1989 cult film ‘Tetsuo: The Iron Man,’ has built a career rejecting studio control. At the Tokyo International Film Festival, he revealed why creative autonomy matters more than bigger budgets.

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