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Lopez will receive the award following a live recording of The Hollywood Reporter’s Awards Chatter podcast, hosted by THR Executive Editor of Awards Scott Feinberg, in front of a festival audience on Saturday, Nov. 1.

Dragon Con, the internationally known pop culture, fantasy, science fiction, and gaming convention, returns to downtown Atlanta for the five-day Labor Day weekend, attracting some 75,000 fans from all 50 states and several foreign countries. 

Set within Kirkwood’s historic Pullman Yards campus, the program supports four artists with free studio space, a production stipend, and the opportunity to present their work across the 27-acre site. The application deadline for the first cohort is July 31.

The Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans directed anime movie did an estimated $9.6M yesterday and is expected to do $8.4M today, -13%. If we get better guidance, we’ll update our numbers, but this is how it’s looking as of this morning. Admissions for Kpop‘s Saturday and Sunday per EntTelligence is 1.5 million alone off a standard ticket price of $13.63.

“This newly created video partnership marks a pivotal moment for Gray. With this game-changing infrastructure, we are leading the charge into the future of local streaming, one personalized viewing experience at a time,” Gray’s President and Co-CEO Pat LaPlatney (Pat L.) said.

Recent headlines about Marvel shifting production overseas paint a dramatic picture—but they don’t tell the whole story. Marvel’s decision to film in the U.K. is about global economics, not Georgia’s competitiveness. Exchange rates, health care requirements, and union considerations make foreign shoots temporarily attractive. That’s a worldwide issue—affecting California, New York, and every other U.S. production hub—not a Georgia problem.

Georgia Entertainment has released program details and partners for its signature “From Script to Screen” event series during the 50th edition of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).

Mays High School is proud to announce a groundbreaking initiative that pushes the boundaries of educational excellence through creativity and innovation. To celebrate this exciting launch, a ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held on Thursday, September 4, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. The event will begin with an official welcome in the Mays High School Sky Box prior to the ribbon cutting.

As TIFF expands its industry offerings ahead of TIFF: The Market launching in 2026, Industry Selects continues to offer accredited professionals a curated showcase of titles positioned for the global marketplace, including compelling stories, established talent, and breakout debuts from around the globe.

The grand opening marked a significant milestone in Georgia’s film industry, showcasing the state’s commitment to workforce development and innovation. The 32,000-square-foot facility, adjacent to the Assembly Atlanta campus, is now providing hands-on training and real-world experience for students preparing to power Georgia’s thriving film and television industry.