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Ridgewood NJ, New Jersey is rapidly transforming into a movie and television production powerhouse, and the impact is being felt far beyond the studio lots. The state’s aggressive efforts to attract productions are paying dividends for local economies and small businesses across the Garden State.
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Montclair NJ, North Jersey got a visit from Hollywood royalty this weekend! Oscar-winning actor Brendan Fraser made a special appearance at The Bellevue Theater in Montclair on Saturday, November 22nd, as he continues to promote his acclaimed new film, Rental Family.
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Ridgewood NJ, the media world is on edge, anticipating a massive corporate shakeup centered on Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD). But the sheer volatility of the deal’s primary backers, the Ellison family, has introduced a dramatic wild card: the plunging value of Oracle stock.
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Bayonne NJ, New Jersey just secured a massive win for its burgeoning film industry! Following the announcement of a landmark 10-year lease agreement at the sprawling 1888 Studios campus in Bayonne, NJ, the NJEDA (New Jersey Economic Development Authority) board officially designated global media giant Paramount as a Studio Partner under the state’s Film and Digital Media Tax Credit program during its October 30 meeting.
Art, Travel, and Nature Converge! ‘Eric En Plein Air’ Wraps Season 1 Filming Across Scenic Bergen County & NY
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Ridgewood, NJ – Great news for art and travel enthusiasts! The highly anticipated docu-series, “Eric En Plein Air,” has successfully concluded filming for its entire first season. The show, which beautifully merges the worlds of art, travel, and nature, has captured breathtaking scenes across stunning locales in both Bergen County, New Jersey, and New York.
Viewers can get a glimpse into the creative journey and the gorgeous locations visited by exploring the Season 1 page.
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Netflix is Building ‘Hollywood East’ in NJ: The $1 Billion Fort Monmouth Studio is Set to Change Everything
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OCEANPORT, NJ – New Jersey is officially reclaiming its title as a pioneer in the entertainment industry. Netflix, the undisputed market leader in streaming with over 300 million subscribers, is making a monumental $1 billion investment to convert the former U.S. Army base, Fort Monmouth, into a massive, state-of-the-art film and television production campus.
This development is poised to redefine the East Coast’s entertainment landscape, promising a surge in job creation, billions in economic output, and a dramatic boost to the local economy in Monmouth County.
The streaming wars just got a lot more interesting
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Ridgewood NJ, In a move that could reshape the entertainment industry, sources say Paramount Skydance is preparing a bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD). The news sent shockwaves through Wall Street, with WBD’s stock surging over 28%—its best day ever.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Local artist and educator Eric Santoli is turning to the community for support as he launches his new project, Eric En Plein Air, an instructional painting and travel series designed for public television. Santoli has started a GoFundMe campaign to raise the necessary funds to bring this vision to life.
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Trenton NJ, the New Jersey Motion Picture & Television Commission has earned its first Outstanding Film Commission Award, marking a milestone moment for the Garden State’s growing reputation as a film hub. The honor was presented on August 23, 2025, at the 12th Annual Location Managers Guild International (LMGI) Awards in Santa Monica, California.
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Ridgewood, NJ — Adam Sandler’s long-awaited sequel, Happy Gilmore 2, has become New Jersey’s biggest film production to date, with a staggering $152.5 million qualified spend during its 64 days of filming across the Garden State, according to the New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission.
In the world of digital content, video is king. Whether you’re a YouTuber, social media influencer, educator, or marketing professional, producing high-quality videos is essential. One of the most powerful ways to elevate your video content is by removing or replacing the background. This technique allows for cleaner visuals, dynamic effects, and better viewer engagement. But how do you remove background from video without expensive equipment or advanced editing skills?
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ – Don’t be surprised if you spot camera crews, bright lights, or even a few familiar faces in Ridgewood this summer! Several readers noticed a sign at the Ridgewood Park & Ride stating that from July 28 through August 12, the south lot will be permit parking only.
But here’s the twist – it’s not for commuter permits. According to a reliable source, Netflix will be using the parking lot during filming. Whether it’s serving as a production base or an actual filming location remains unclear, but one thing’s certain: Ridgewood is buzzing with entertainment activity.
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Hackensack NJ, C-SPAN will visit Bergen County Academies in Hackensack, New Jersey on Friday, May 30 at 1:45pm to celebrate and honor students for their Honorable Mention winning entries in C-SPAN’s annual student video documentary competition, StudentCam. C-SPAN and Optimum, the leading provider of fiber internet, mobile, and TV services, will join the community in recognizing the winners as well as their teacher, Scott Lang, who served as their StudentCam adviser, at an assembly of classmates, teachers, family members, and elected officials.
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Paterson NJ, New Jersey members of the American Federation of Musicians (AFM) applauded the introduction of Senate Bill 4392 sponsored by Senator Joseph Lagana (D-38) and Assembly Bill A4382, sponsored by Assemblyman William Sampson IV, that would close a loophole in the Garden State Film and Digital Media Jobs Act that would prevent recipients of the state film and digital media production tax credit from using tax credits to outsource scoring work to foreign countries.
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OCEANPORT, NJ — Netflix is making a blockbuster investment in New Jersey with the development of a massive film and television production campus that could redefine the state’s entertainment landscape. The streaming giant is transforming Fort Monmouth into one of the East Coast’s most ambitious production hubs — a move poised to boost both job creation and local economic growth.
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