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In June, California introduced new tax incentives to prevent film production from leaving the state, particularly Los Angeles. FilmLA has released its first report for the quarter following the implementation of these incentives. Unfortunately, shoot days in LA decreased by 13.2% in Q3 compared to the same period in 2024.

Despite the decline, FilmLA remains optimistic about the impact of the new incentives. The organization anticipates a positive shift due to the passage of AB 1138, with early signs showing an increase in interest from productions seeking locations and permits.

The California Film Commission recently approved 22 TV projects for tax credits, marking a significant increase in applications. These approved projects are expected to generate $1.1 billion in spending across the state. However, FilmLA’s numbers have not yet reflected this surge, as productions have up to 180 days to begin filming after qualifying for tax credits.

Commercial production, which does not receive tax incentives, experienced a significant decline, contributing to FilmLA’s overall decrease in shoot days. TV production also saw a decline of 20.7% year-over-year. Despite these challenges, feature film production in LA increased by 9.7% compared to the previous year, with a notable portion being indie projects.

FilmLA remains committed to supporting LA’s creative industry by improving service delivery and collaborating with government partners to enhance the filmmaking process.

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