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Advanced Technologies

MovieLabs is a Hollywood on-ramp for advanced technologies, innovations in digital distribution, and new ways of engaging with consumers around movies and TV.

Industry Collaboration

Major studios have united to invest in accelerating the development of technologies essential to the creation and distribution of consumer media.

Initiatives

We lead initiatives that change how film and TV content is created and delivered to consumers around the world.

Featured Initiatives

Future of Production

A 10-year vision for the future of scripted media production, post and creative technologies.

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Creative Works Ontology

Machine-to-machine framework for automating connections between data systems and capturing inherent relationships between works and other entities.

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MovieLabs Digital Distribution Framework (MDDF)

A suite of compatible specifications that enable automation, cost reduction, and improved consumer experiences across the industry.

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Digital Extras

Specifications that enable the standardized delivery of extras and enhanced experiences to consumers online.

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Ultra HD & HDR

Industry recommendations defining the key feature sets that serve as the basis for next generation video standards.

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Entertainment ID Registry (EIDR)

A universal unique identifier for films and television programs that serves as a fundamental building block for automation initiatives.

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What's New

MovieLabs shares a vision for the Future of Production with IBC365

In August MovieLabs – made up of five of the biggest Hollywood studios launched its 10-year vision for the industry. James Pearce spoke with the organisation’s leaders at SMPTE2019 in Los Angeles. In 10 years, an entire industry can...

IBCTV – Future of Media Production Interview

Following the publication of our Future of Media Production White Paper, (available to download here) we hosted a panel session at IBC2019 with our studio partners with whom we are collaborating to drive change in our industry to enhance...