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Hollywood faces turmoil as Trump proposes 100% tariff on foreign-made films 6 MAY 2025

Production

Hollywood faces turmoil as Trump proposes 100% tariff on foreign-made films

Major players including Disney, Netflix, and Lionsgate have denounced the policy and signaled an intention to challenge it, both politically and operationally. Internationally, the proposal has raised concerns among U.S. allies who fear economic repercussions and potential job losses in their domestic film industries.
Banijay Rights confirmed a new "MasterChef Pakistan" revival 6 MAY 2025

Production

Banijay Rights confirmed a new "MasterChef Pakistan" revival

Under the agreement, Karachi-based Pixel Entertainment will produce a new version of "MasterChef Pakistan" after being handed the rights to secure its own broadcast partner.
Mercury Studios acquires global rights to "Crescendo" documentary 30 APR 2025

Distribution

Mercury Studios acquires global rights to "Crescendo" documentary

The film, directed by Heather Wilk and co-produced by The Cliburn and Red Entertainment, follows the professional and personal battle for the coveted prize at the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition.
Vice Media acquires Cuba Pictures from Curtis Brown Group 29 APR 2025

Deals

Vice Media acquires Cuba Pictures from Curtis Brown Group

Cuba Pictures will become a label within Vice Studios, expanding the company’s successful UK scripted content business. The acquisition of Cuba Pictures follows Vice Media’s distribution deal with ITV Studios and recent acquisition of London Alley Entertainment, which combined with Pulse Films, creates one of the world’s largest commercials and music video production studios.
UK: Survey revealed strong support for streaming levy to sustain the production industry 24 APR 2025

Production

UK: Survey revealed strong support for streaming levy to sustain the production industry

Percy & Warren’s Industry Survey reveals strong backing for regulatory measures to support the UK’s broadcasting sector, with 80.3% of respondents endorsing the government’s proposed streaming levy and 83.6% believing that now is the right time for its implementation. A significant 75.4% expressed concern that public service broadcasters (PSBs) will not survive without financial intervention.