This week marks a major turning point for the UK film landscape. The government has officially granted planning approval for Marlow Film Studios, a £750 million film and TV complex near London, and the decision follows a long and highly publicised review over green-belt land concerns. The project includes 18 sound stages, production offices, workshops, a transport hub, public infrastructure enhancements, and, perhaps most importantly, a dedicated skills academy designed to su

Last year, the film industry map subtly changed direction. According to a new analysis from FilmLA, 2024 saw a 14.2% drop in scripted projects filmed in Los Angeles compared with the year before, and this decrease comes with a parallel shift in global production patterns. The report shows something crucial, as Los Angeles loses momentum, the UK gains it. Streaming series in the UK grew by an impressive 81.3%, cable shows rose 66.7%, and streaming films climbed 23.1%. In other

Creating a short film that stands out in today’s competitive landscape requires more than just passion and creativity. It demands a strategic approach that blends artistic vision with market insight. UNLEYEK, a company known for its focus on female-led, performance-driven stories with social relevance, exemplifies how combining creative innovation with financial expertise can lead to success. Whether you are an aspiring filmmaker or an investor looking to support meaningful p

In the last few years, the phrase female-led production company  has appeared everywhere: on festival brochures, in pitch decks, in investor meetings, on websites with pastel-coloured mission statements. It sounds progressive. It sounds modern. It sounds like change. But if you look closer, you’ll realise something important: the term “female-led” means everything… and sometimes nothing at all. So what does a real  female-led production company look like? Not the decorative v