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The Fall of the House of Technicolor

The Fall of the House of Technicolor

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Feb 27, 2025
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For over a century, Technicolor was synonymous with the very fabric of filmmaking. From early color innovations to modern visual effects, its legacy was woven into the DNA of Hollywood. But today, Technicolor is collapsing—joining a growing list of VFX and post-production houses that have been gutted by financial mismanagement, shrinking margins, and a shifting industry landscape.

This one feels decidedly different.

The suddenness of this shutdown is gut-wrenching. Thousands of incredibly talented people woke up to find their careers disrupted overnight. This isn’t just another company going under—it’s Technicolor, a pillar of the industry, a name synonymous with cinematic magic. And while we’ve seen other VFX and post-production houses shutter in recent years, this moment feels like an inflection point—one that underscores just how unsustainable the legacy model has become.

To everyone impacted by this closure - I see you. This industry can be brutal, and sudden losses like this cut dee…

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