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Two daughters of beloved Nigerian actor Taiwo "Ogogo" Hassan are stepping into their father's footsteps after his death in August. They're asking fans to support their acting and filmmaking careers just as they supported their father for decades.
A screenwriter who drove Uber's graveyard shift and lived in a roach-infested apartment just saw his rejected script become one of the year's biggest indie films. Robert Pattinson championed the project everyone else turned down.
California just rolled out expanded film tax credits while federal lawmakers push a bipartisan bill to revive America's struggling entertainment industry. After years of losing productions to other states and countries, Hollywood insiders say these incentives could finally turn things around.
France and South Korea just committed 1 billion euros to safeguard the film industry as artificial intelligence reshapes how movies get made. The historic pledge brings together Hollywood stars and studio executives to protect creative jobs while embracing innovation.
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Ghana just launched a $4.4 million fund to support filmmakers, producers, and cinema developers across the country. The initiative covers everything from script development to building new theaters, with projects eligible for up to 60% funding.
Hawaii just turbocharged its film industry with new tax credits that reward local hiring and welcome streaming productions. The move promises thousands of jobs while putting Hawaiian stories on screens worldwide.
Television and film productions are pumping over a billion dollars into the regional economy while creating nearly 12,000 jobs. The entertainment industry boom is transforming local communities with real economic impact.
Award-winning Nigerian actor Emelu Simon Chibuzor is pushing back against the idea that actresses need cosmetic surgery to succeed. His message to aspiring stars: skill and hard work matter more than appearance.
A century after her birth, Marilyn Monroe is finally being recognized not just as a glamorous icon, but as a fearless businesswoman who challenged Hollywood's sexist system decades before #MeToo. Her 1954 decision to start her own production company changed what female stars could demand.
Nearly 30% of major Hollywood films now feature LGBTQ+ characters, with transgender and non-binary representation reaching all-time highs. Stars like Elliot Page, Kristen Stewart, and Janelle Monáe are leading the charge both on and off screen.
Australia's Gold Coast is transforming an old depot into a world-first creative arts precinct expected to generate $130 million annually and create 1,000 jobs. Oscar-winning director Baz Luhrmann and his wife Catherine Martin will lead the creative vision for the four-hectare hub dedicated to film, gaming, and tech.
Oscar-nominated costume designer Shirley Kurata is leading a vibrant rebellion against Hollywood's gray era with "I Love Boosters," a film exploding with color. The internet is celebrating: viewers are thrilled someone finally remembered colors exist.