What began as a determined effort to block the deal ended amid political calculations, courtroom uncertainty and competing interests.
A risky antitrust trial, political pressure, divisions among the challengers and Paramount’s billion-dollar production commitments ultimately persuaded California to settle rather than continue its battle.
A risky antitrust trial, political pressure, divisions among the challengers and Paramount’s billion-dollar production commitments ultimately persuaded California to settle rather than continue its battle.
California’s decision to settle followed mounting legal risks and disagreements within the coalition fighting the Hollywood mega-merger.
Political pressure, an uncertain antitrust trial and divisions among the merger’s opponents reportedly helped drive the surprise settlement.
Her departure follows a historic expansion of the state's film and television tax credit program.
The reality TV personality claims the legal battle could hurt California’s entertainment industry, accusing state leaders of putting Hollywood at risk.
The reality television personality launched a lengthy social media rant criticizing California's governor and attorney general, arguing that the legal battle involving Paramount could have damaging...
In a heated social media video, the television personality argued the lawsuit threatens jobs and investment across Hollywood.
After leading one of California’s biggest efforts to strengthen local film and television production, California Film Commission Director Colleen Bell will step down in early January,...