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The Latest News and Stories about Georgia's Film, Television & Digital Entertainment Industry

poll shows strong bipartisan support for the Georgia film industry
79% of likely voters say the film and TV production industry has a positive impact on Georgia’s economy
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Former Gov. Nathan Deal: I’ve seen the good that film tax credit’s done here
More than 15,000 Georgia businesses support our state’s film industry. The film tax credit fuels opportunities for tens of thousands of hard
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Georgia-Lensed “The Color Purple” Snags Second-Biggest Christmas Day Opening Ever
"The Color Purple" Showcases Georgia's Thriving Film Industry
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Big budget films are recreating Tampa Bay elsewhere. It might get worse.
In July, the state dissolved its Office of Film and Entertainment, which brought productions to Florida. By Paul Guzzo Tampa Bay Times...
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Keep the Film Tax Credit
As lawmakers probe the film tax credit, they'll find it's worked exactly as intended.
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New study points to value of Georgia film tax credit
Georgia’s film industry tax incentive generated $8.55 billion in economic impact in fiscal 2022, according to a new study.
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Study shows film tax credit is a boon for Georgia
The film tax credit has proven to be worth it for Georgia.
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New Study Confirms Georgia’s Film Industry is a Blockbuster Success for the State
Every $1 in Film Tax Incentives Generates a Return on Investment of $6.30
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Case Study: Savannah Regional Film Industry
The Savannah Economic Development Authority (“SEDA”) facilitates business attraction, retention, and expansion in Savannah, operating...
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Local Production Infrastructure Case Study: Trilith Studios
Trilith Studios, Fayetteville. Image credit: Trilith Studios Introduction Since it was established in 2013, Trilith Studios has grown to...
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Local Production Infrastructure Case Study: Cinelease Studios – Three Ring
Cinelease Studios – Three Ring, Covington. Image credit: Cinelease Studios – Three Ring 1.1.1. Introduction Operational since 2020,...
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Case Study: CovingtoN
Covington, located approximately 35 miles east of Atlanta, has been long established as a pivotal film and television production hub in...
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CASE STUDY: Georgia Film Academy
Introduction Established in 2015, the GFA is a joint initiative between the University System of Georgia (USG) and the Technical College...
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Case Study: Senoia
Senoia is situated in Coweta County, approximately 35 miles south of Atlanta, and has a population of just over 5,000 according to the...
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Support film tax credit and expansion of sound production in Georgia
By David S. Dwyer Published in Athens Banner-Herald on Oct. 11, 2023 Our state has attracted and helped to grow a very impressive film...
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Smart Tax Policy Drives Film Industry’s Impact Across Georgia
FILM TAX CREDIT IS 'WORKING AS INTENDED' ATLANTA (Sept. 13, 2023) — The Georgia Department of Economic Development’s announcement today...
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Celebrating 50 Years of the Georgia Film Office, Film, TV Productions Spend $4.1B in State in FY23
Georgia Film Office press release ATLANTA – September 13, 2023 – As the State of Georgia celebrates 50 years of the Georgia Film Office,...
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Georgia’s film industry creates opportunity right here in Rome
This article appeared in the Rome News-Tribune By Maria Guerra-Stoll I started PAM Studios, a studio and media company, in Rome to...
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Statewide capital investment
Private investment in film industry infrastructure helps stabilize, revitalize and spur development in surrounding areas.
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Jobs for Georgians
The film industry fuels thousands of jobs for hardworking Georgians, creating jobs that range from electricians and construction workers...
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