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To the Los Angeles production community, our thoughts are with all those affected by the fires. We wish you and your families safety, strength, and resilience in this difficult time.
Awards
Oscars Update: New Schedule Due to LA Wildfires
The Academy has postponed the Oscar nominations to January 23 and extended voting to January 17. The 97th Oscars will proceed on March 2, but the Nominees Luncheon is canceled. A $750,000 donation has been made to fire relief efforts.
International
Financing Film 2.0: Hong Kongs Supports Production
The Hong Kong Film Development Council has launched Film Production Financing Scheme 2.0, raising support to HK$10m and disbursing 70% of funding at production start.
Crew
Location Managers Give Back: How Production Guild Is Helping Wildfire Victims
LMGI members are offering homeowners affected by the recent LA wildfires scouting photos of their properties to aid with insurance claims. The Guild is developing a formal system for homeowners to access these photos.
Sports
Super Streaming: Fox Makes Deal With Tubi To Show Super Bowl Content
Fox Corporation will host a "Tubi takeover" during Super Bowl LIX on February 9, streaming the game, pregame shows, and original content on its free, ad-supported service. Tubi will also feature past Super Bowls, halftime shows, and other NFL programming.
Film Festival
Sundance Ready: Park City Prepares To Host Iconic Film Festival
For Sundance 2025, Main Street in Park City will be car-free during the festival to enhance safety and ease traffic. Running from January 23 to February 2, the festival may move after 2027, with Salt Lake City, Boulder, and Cincinnati as potential new locations.
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