New York City’s newly appointed entertainment chief has taken stock of a creative industry still struggling to rebound from years of decline, despite broader signs of economic recovery. With film and television production remaining below pre-pandemic levels, officials are now weighing how to revitalize a sector that once defined the city’s cultural and economic identity. The challenge comes as competition from other production hubs intensifies, raising questions about whether incentives and infrastructure can lure projects back to the city. Experts and industry leaders are closely watching whether recent policy shifts will translate into tangible growth for local crews and studios.
When Rafael Espinal took office in February as New York City's entertainment chief, he looked around and saw a city that was thriving but had yet to recover from a yearslong slump in film and TV ...
