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Yahoo
16-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Big names film in RI, but tax cap prevents more projects
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — While more major production companies are gravitating toward Rhode Island, the state has had to turn away several projects due to its annual cap on film and TV tax credits. Several productions are already in the works, including a psychological romance from award-winning director M. Night Shyamalan starring Jake Gyllenhaal. Filming is scheduled to begin this summer entirely in Rhode Island. RELATED: M. Night Shyamalan, Jake Gyllenhaal movie to film in RI On Tuesday, the State Properties Committee approved a request from production company Binding Edge Pictures to use the Cranston Street Armory from May through the end of the year. The film is expected to create around 400 full-time jobs and hire thousands of extras. Another recent project that made it to the Ocean State is Gordon Ramsay's upcoming reality series 'Secret Service,' which filmed at Crazy Burger in Narragansett earlier this month. While these are exciting opportunities to showcase Rhode Island, other productions have had to look elsewhere after the state hit its annual $20 million tax credit cap. SEE ALSO: Crazy Burger duped into new Gordon Ramsay show Rhode Island Film and TV Office Executive Director Steven Feinberg said the cap for 2025 was reduced from $40 million because not all credits were used last year due to the writers' and actors' strikes. 'I've turned away Academy Award winners. I've turned away TV series because we don't have enough credits,' Feinberg said. A new Hallmark holiday movie set in Newport was ultimately filmed mostly in Connecticut due to the lack of available credits. Feinberg said he's not currently pushing for legislative changes to the cap because of federal budget cuts and ongoing uncertainty, but he remains hopeful about pursuing an increase next year. NEXT: Filming wraps in RI for Rod Serling documentary Download the and apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch or with the new . Follow us on social media: Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
10-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
M. Night Shyamalan, Jake Gyllenhaal movie to film in RI
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — This summer, filming for a supernatural romantic thriller is set to take place in Rhode Island. Academy Award-nominated writer and director M. Night Shyamalan is teaming up with New York Times best-selling author Nicholas Sparks to create an original love story with a supernatural twist. The project will be filmed entirely in the Ocean State, according to the Rhode Island Film & TV Office. The screenplay will be written independently by Shyamalan, while Sparks—best known for 'The Notebook,' which was adapted into a film in 2004—will write a novel based on the same narrative. The Binding Edge Pictures film will star popular actor Jake Gyllenhaal, known for his roles in 'Donnie Darko,' 'Road House,' and the upcoming Apple TV+ series 'Presumed Innocent.' Shyamalan will produce the film alongside Ashwin Rajan, Theresa Park, and Marc Bienstock. His most recent film, 'Trap,' a psychological thriller starring Josh Hartnett, was released in last August. 'It is a dream come true to have one of my favorite filmmakers making an original movie here in our beloved Ocean State,' Steven Feinberg, RI Film & TV Office executive director, said. 'Rhode Island is a special location steeped in history, beauty and great mystery.' Feinberg described Shyamalan as a 'visionary' who consistently attracts 'top-notch talent.' Gov. Dan McKee praised the project, saying it showcases the state's unique landscape and local talent while boosting the economy. 'Every time a production shoots here we see a positive impact on our local businesses,' McKee said. NEXT | A new dimension: Rod Serling documentary filming wraps in Rhode Island Download the and apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch or with the new . Follow us on social media: Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Boston Globe
10-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
M. Night Shyamalan to film ‘supernatural romantic thriller' in R.I. this summer with Jake Gyllenhaal
'Night is a visionary who always attracts top-notch talent in front of and behind the camera,' Steven Feinberg, executive director of the state Film & Television Office, said in a statement. 'Rhode Island is a special location steeped in history, beauty and great mystery. With all of these amazing ingredients in the hands of a master filmmaker, we can expect M. Night Shyamalan and his outstanding team to tantalize our senses and make a movie we can all be proud of!' Get Globe Rhode Island Food Club A weekly newsletter about food and dining in Rhode Island, by Globe Rhode Island reporter Alexa Gagosz. Enter Email Sign Up Further details about the film have not yet been reported. But in announcing the partnership with Shyamalan Advertisement 'I'm teaming up with the brilliant Academy Award-nominated director M. Night Shyamalan to create a film adaptation that will blend the heartfelt, timeless romance you know and love with his signature touch of mystery and suspense,' Sparks said. In separate statements on Thursday, Rhode Island House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi and Senate President Dominick J. Ruggerio touted the production is slated to bring jobs and help boost the state economy. Advertisement Rhode Island most recently served as a backdrop for 'Ella McCay,' a movie starring Emma Mackey, Woody Harrelson, and Jamie Lee Curtis 'With our unique landscape and talented local artists, Rhode Island is an ideal location to film a motion picture or television series,' Governor Dan McKee said in a statement on Thursday. 'Every time a production shoots here we see a positive impact on our local businesses. This is the type of energy that keeps moving our economy forward.' Christopher Gavin can be reached at
Yahoo
27-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
The 4 best body creams that can help tighten skin, according to skin experts
A few years ago, director M. Night Shyamalan's not-so-subtly titled movie "Old" (about a beach that rapidly ages visitors) came out with a chilling promotional image: A bathing suit-clad woman sitting in the sand with one young side of her body (taut, tan, glowing) and the other, well, old — wizened, dry, sun damaged — and, the most dreaded term in skin care: crepey. Crepey skin, which is often found on aging necks, upper arms and legs, is caused by a number of factors, including sun damage, genetics, weight loss, hormone imbalances, dehydration and collagen loss. It tends to be textured, wrinkled and thin, but its most distinguishing feature is a slack, saggy, appearance. Skin like this looks as if it needs to be tightened back in place, which is, incidentally, exactly how you treat it. "Skin tightening creams refer to creams that contain ingredients that work to exfoliate and stimulate collagen production," explains Dr. Mina Amin, a Los Angeles–based dermatologist at California Dermatology Specialists. Amin points out that while skin-tightening creams won't have the same impact as surgical treatments (like a neck lift) or in-office services like collagen-boosting injectibles, lasers or radiofrequency treatments, they can help skin appear firmer and more hydrated. "There are certain ingredients that can help improve the skin's texture, hydration and improve firmness over time," she says. "Retinol is a key ingredient. It works to boost collagen and improve elasticity. Hyaluronic acid hydrates the skin and will help the skin appear plumper and firmer. Sunscreen is also a vital part of skin care and should be used at any age as it works to keep the skin protected from UV rays, which can break down collagen and increase wrinkles." In other words, make the entire crepey situation worse. "A skin-tightening cream is designed to firm, lift, and improve skin elasticity, primarily by boosting collagen and elastin production," says Emme Diane Berg, a longtime esthetician and founder and CEO of her own eponymous skin care line. "That said, it's important to set realistic expectations. These products won't give you an overnight facelift, but they can make the skin look firmer and smoother by deeply hydrating, plumping and reinforcing collagen production." For longer-lasting results, Berg says she'd seen clinically-backed ingredients like peptides, retinoids and antioxidants like vitamin C smooth skin texture over time. Peptides: "If you're looking for both instant results and long-term skin benefits, peptides are a must," says Berg. "They immediately hydrate and plump the skin, making fine lines and crepiness less noticeable right away, while also working behind the scenes to boost collagen and elastin production for firmer, smoother skin over time. Two of my favorites are Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 (often called 'Botox in a bottle'), which helps relax expression lines, and Palmitoyl Pentapeptide, which signals the skin to increase collagen production and prevent collagen breakdown." Retinol: When it comes to firming the skin, every expert I spoke with agreed that retinol is one of the most powerful ingredients you can use. It works by speeding up cell turnover, which not only smooths fine lines and wrinkles but also stimulates collagen production, keeping the skin plumper and more youthful looking over time. Hyaluronic Acid: "Hydration is one of the easiest ways to make crepey skin look smoother and more supple and hyaluronic acid is one of the best ingredients for the job," Berg explains. "It acts like a moisture magnet, pulling water into the skin to provide an instant plumping effect, which helps soften fine lines and improve skin elasticity." Caffeine: While caffeine won't provide permanent firming, Berg says "it can temporarily tighten the skin by improving circulation and reducing puffiness, which makes the skin look brighter and more toned. This is why it's often used in eye creams and body-firming treatments!" The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication. If you have Amazon Prime, you'll get free shipping, of course. Not yet a member? No problem. You can sign up for your free 30-day trial here. (And by the way, those without Prime still get free shipping on orders of $35 or more.)
Yahoo
20-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Luxury NYC Penthouse Formerly Owned By Screenwriter-Director M. Night Shyamalan Listed for $14.5 Million
A New York penthouse formerly owned by acclaimed writer and director M. Night Shyamalan, who is responsible for hit files like "Signs" and "The Sixth Sense," has just hit the market for $14.5 million. Shyamalan, who earned fame and fortune by writing and directing intricately woven suspense-thrillers that always delivered plot twists at the end, was likely very pleased with the outcome of this real estate story. According to the Robb Report, Shyamalan originally bought the penthouse in New York's posh Tribeca neighborhood in 2003 for $6.3 million. He held onto the property for nearly 10 years, then turned a tidy profit when he sold it for $9.5 million in 2012. The current owner, whose identity is hidden behind an LLC, paid $12.75 million for it in 2021. Don't Miss: CEO of Integris gathered a team of senior investment managers who have $34.22 billion in combined owned and managed assets in the West Coast — Many don't know there are tax benefits when buying a unit as an investment — The property itself sits in an antique building originally constructed in 1888. It features five bedrooms and four bathrooms spread out over two floors totaling 7,185 square feet. Other luxury trappings include: A private elevator Two outdoor terraces totaling over 2,000 square feet 13-foot ceilings Floor-to-ceiling windows Gourmet chef's kitchen Three separate living rooms The buyer will get all that, plus access to New York's famed Tribeca district. For several decades, this Manhattan neighborhood has been synonymous with the city's urban-chic culture. Tribeca gets its name from its geographic shape, which forms a Triangle Below Canal Street. Much of the area was originally farmland before being converted into an industrial and warehouse district in the early 20th century. Trending: , which provides access to a pool of short-term loans backed by residential real estate with just a $100 minimum. By the 1960s, the factories had disappeared, but Tribeca's large buildings, vintage architecture, and low prices made it ideal for artists and creative types looking for loft space. The trend continued through the 1980s and 1990s when developers began converting more of Tribeca's vintage buildings and luminaries like Robert DeNiro took residence there. Tribeca hit the big time in 2002 when DeNiro co-founded and hosted the Tribeca Film Festival, which is now world-renowned. By that time, it was full of art galleries, five-star restaurants, and trendy bars, but the annual film festival gave Tribeca international appeal as "the place to be" in New York City. This appeal may have attracted Shyamalan to the area in 2003 when he originally purchased the penthouse. Since then, Tribeca's fame and real estate values have only increased, and its status as one of Manhattan's most iconic neighborhoods is secured. claims Rupert Murdoch and Meryl Streep are Tribeca residents and rapper Jay-Z referenced Tribeca in his hit song "Empire State of Mind." All this explains the sky-high asking price for Shyamalan's old digs. The property is represented by Chris Poore and Eyal Dagan of Sotheby's International. Read Next: Commercial real estate has historically outperformed the stock market, and This Jeff Bezos-backed startup will allow you to . UNLOCKED: 5 NEW TRADES EVERY WEEK. Click now to get top trade ideas daily, plus unlimited access to cutting-edge tools and strategies to gain an edge in the markets. Get the latest stock analysis from Benzinga? APPLE (AAPL): Free Stock Analysis Report TESLA (TSLA): Free Stock Analysis Report This article Luxury NYC Penthouse Formerly Owned By Screenwriter-Director M. Night Shyamalan Listed for $14.5 Million originally appeared on © 2025 Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.
