Charles H. Rivkin

On behalf of the MPA, congratulations to my friend, @RobertIger , on his visionary leadership of The Walt Disney Company. He has had an unprecedented, positive impact on the entire film, TV, and streaming industry during his tenure. He’s shown the world the timeless and enduring power of a great story, well told.   Looking forward to working with Josh D’Amaro, Dana Walden, Alan Bergman, and the entire Disney team as this iconic company continues to bring magic to audiences everywhere. @motionpictures thewaltdisneycompany.com/news/bob-iger-…

There’s nothing quite like Oscars night. A celebration of the talented casts, hard-working crews, and dynamic creative community who bring films to life and magic to our screens. A reminder of what movies mean to communities and audiences everywhere — a source of inspiration, wonder, jobs, prosperity, connection. What a joy to be a part of this extraordinary industry. Congratulations to every nominee and winner! #oscars @motionpictures #LilyRivkin 🎥🎬🎥

In 1913, a leased barn in Los Angeles became Cecil B. DeMille's production center for the very first feature film shot in Hollywood. What started as a weather-friendly place for filmmakers grew into a phenomenon heralded around the world as a "dream factory." Turner Classic Movies host @BenMank77 talks with actor Tony Goldwyn, director Patty Jenkins, and Motion Picture Association chairman and CEO @CharlieRivkin about the historic rise of the film and entertainment industry. cbsn.ws/4sNoFbX

Classic skylines, famed mountains, and more destinations help incentives make New York State a great backdrop for brilliant storytelling and a thriving hub for film and TV production. From crime dramas to political thrillers, every film and series is powered by local crews and a competitive incentive program – and in 2023 and 2024 alone, productions delivered more than $6 billion in spending and supported over 92,000 jobs to Empire State workers. Learn more about our industry’s investment across all 50 states at motionpictures.org/production. #America250

As we close the book on another inspiring awards season this weekend, I’m looking back at what I told ⁦@CinemathequeAm⁩ about the enduring power of cinema – and the MPA’s fight to defend the freedoms at the heart of our iconic industry. ⁦@motionpictures⁩ 🎬🎥🎬

Rhode Island packs a big punch in the film, TV, and streaming industry – and they are lucky to have a strong advocate in @SenWhitehouse   The Senator knows what production means to the communities he represents: nearly 3,000 people going to work, earning over $120 million in paychecks.    That’s a big win for the Ocean State! @motionpictures 🎥🎬📺

Wonderful being in Tokyo strengthening the U.S.–Japan cultural and economic partnership – and engaging with leaders who understand what the film and entertainment industry mean for both our nations: stronger local economies, expanded cultural exports, and deeper people-to-people ties.   Across meetings with METI Minister AKAZAWA Ryosei, MIC Minister HAYASHI Yoshimasa, former LDP Secretary-General AMARI Akira, LDP lawmaker YAMASHITA Takashi, and State Minister for Foreign Affairs HORII Iwao, all of us recognize that growing collaboration between MPA member studios and Japanese creators, represented by MPPAJ Chairman SHIMATANI Yoshishige, connect our markets. But even more, they tie together our countries’ communities, artists, and audiences.  @motionpictures 🇺🇸- 🇯🇵 🎥🎬📺 @mpa_apac @hayashi09615064 @ryosei_akazawa 
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赤澤大臣は、2/19にMotion Picture Association(MPA)のリブキン会長兼CEO、日本映画製作者連盟の島谷会長等と面談。映画産業を通じた日米の文化交流の推進、グローバルコンテンツハブとしての日本の魅力を強化する政策に関するご要望をいただきました。#meti_daijin

ハリウッド映画の業界団体（#MPA（注））のリブキン会長や #日本映画製作者連盟 の島谷会長とロケ誘致などの日米協力について意見交換。#日本映画 の美しい映像と素晴らしい物語を世界中に届けるために、経産省も官民投資の拡大を業界と一緒に進めてまいります。 （注）Motion Picture Association

Wonderful having the chance to join @AshwiniVaishnaw and key government and business leaders at the #IndiaAIImpactSummit2026 in Delhi to tackle one of the defining questions of our time: how AI can enhance human creativity and strengthen storytelling — and what’s needed to ensure AI shapes and expands the creative economy responsibly, fueled by smart copyright frameworks that sustain a vibrant creative sector and enable original ideas to become cultural touchstones worldwide. @SriKrishnaLavu , @ianuragthakur , @priyankac19 , @goi_meity , @mib_india , @ficci_india , @motionpictures @mpa_apac 🇺🇸- 🇮🇳 🎥🎬📺

I had the pleasure of engaging with @CharlieRivkin , Chairman & CEO of the Motion Picture Association, on the sidelines of the AI Impact Summit. It was an insightful exchange of ideas on creative content and the challenges it faces alongside the opportunities it brings for the creative industry with the added intersectionality of AI. How policies globally are tackling these emerging spaces and dealing with bad faith actors. Look forward to more such interactions in times to come. @motionpictures

Had the pleasure of interacting with Mr. Charles Rivkin, Chairman & CEO of the Motion Picture Association, on the sidelines of the AI Impact Summit. Our discussion focused on the intersection of artificial intelligence, the creative economy, and public policy, including concerns around deepfakes, AI-generated content, and intellectual property protection. Drawing on his experience as a media executive and former U.S. diplomat, Mr. Rivkin shared valuable insights on building balanced regulatory frameworks that promote innovation while safeguarding creative industries in the evolving global audiovisual ecosystem.

Robert Duvall was one of Hollywood’s most versatile, gifted, and beloved talents. On screen and off, his passion for storytelling, his humanity, and his kindness shone through. His legacy extends beyond his unforgettable performances — it’s found in the path he paved for countless generations of fellow artists. @motionpictures 🎥🎬📺

Family. Memory. Sacrifice. A tale rooted in Japanese tradition and grounded in universal themes. Last night, the audience at the MPA got to see what’s made #Kokuho such a phenomenon across Japan. This stunning work of art reminds us that cinema is a shared language, binding moviegoers from D.C. to Tokyo and beyond – and soon, the world will watch it compete for Oscars for its beautiful hairstyling and makeup. We can’t wait for people nationwide to experience this journey. “Kokuho” hits North American theaters on February 20th. @JapanEmbDC | @CharlieRivkin | @GKIDSfilms

*The Declaration of Independence was not stolen in the duration of this screening*   The MPA kicked off a celebration of America’s 250th birthday with @Disney’s “National Treasure” – a timeless adventure rooted in the pages of our nation’s history and a production filmed across iconic sites in D.C., Philadelphia, New York, California, and Utah.   No better way to highlight our partnership with @America250 and zoom in on the role of filmmaking in our country’s economic strength and cultural leadership.   Honored to welcome legendary actor and Special Ambassador to Hollywood Jon Voight along with Congresswoman @RepFriedmanCA , Disney’s Susan Fox, @Teamsters President Sean O’Brien, @IATSE President Matthew Loeb, and so many others. Invite to collab: motionpictures, America250, RepLauraFriedman, IATSE, Teamsters @motionpictures 🎥🎬📺

A statement from @CharlieRivkin on the launch of Chinese AI service Seedance 2.0 motionpictures.org/press/motion-p…

“Life’s like a movie, write your own ending. Keep believing, keep pretending” - Kermit the Frog Before leading the @motionpictures or serving @StateDept , I had one of the coolest jobs in the world: running the Jim Henson Company – home of the #muppets . I learned life lessons directly from Jim Henson, a gentle, kind, visionary, creative genius who believed that “media, if used properly, could be a powerful force for good in the world.” After 15 magical years there, the Henson family presented me with a rare, personalized “Charlie Muppet” as a sign of their appreciation. What a thrill for me and the MPA to co-host an advance screening of “The Muppet Show” with @disneystudios ! This terrific @disneyplus and ABC tv special event marks this beloved franchise’s return to the screen for a new generation of fans. @motionpictures 📺🎬🎥