BC’s film industry is rebounding with stronger tax credits, Bridge Studios’ Lake City expansion, and global partnerships, positioning Vancouver as a top global hub for sustainable filmmaking.

Cultural battles, AI disruption, and the rise of indie financing are transforming the film industry. As studios adapt, creators are taking control, reshaping Hollywood into a more global, decentralized, and politically aware ecosystem for the future.

China’s booming vertical film industry is redefining cinema for the mobile age. With platform support, celebrity talent, and new visual grammar, vertical storytelling is becoming a global force—transforming content creation, consumption, and distribution.

Donald Trump’s proposed 100% tariff on foreign-made films raises a crucial question: what does “made in America” even mean in today’s global film industry? From international co-productions to tax incentives abroad, the answer isn’t so clear.

Donald Trump’s threat to impose a 100% tariff on foreign-made films has sent shockwaves through BC’s film industry. With rising costs and disrupted partnerships, “Hollywood North” must adapt to protect its economic edge and international production appeal.

International tariffs on equipment, lumber, and film supplies are raising costs and delaying productions in BC. As global trade tensions grow, the province’s film industry must adapt through local sourcing, international partnerships, and hybrid filming models.

Netflix's Virgin River, filmed in BC's Sea to Sky region, continues to captivate viewers with scenic beauty and heartfelt storytelling.