During the summer of 2016 metro Atlanta was a busy hive of TV and film production activity, benefiting from the last gasp of cable dominance.
Georgia has consistently dedicated itself to welcoming the film business and in doing so has built wonderful infrastructure, tremendous crews and offers value in studios like Trilith LIVE.
Two Ships is a 2D hand-drawn animated short that my wife, Mackenzie, and I wrote together based on our experience of working opposite schedules and trying to maintain connection during one of the busiest times in our relationship. It’s a story that’s deeply personal to us but one we’ve found resonates with others who are also looking for human connection.
Reel Friends, Atlanta’s one-of-a-kind film collective championing a new generation of filmmakers, is hosting a special presentation of A24’s The Spectacular Now with a Q&A from the film’s director, James Ponsoldt to follow.
The morning program will feature a spotlight on the Trilith Foundation’s initiatives in mental health and wellness for production professionals, followed by a fireside-style conversation between film and music executives from Nashville and Atlanta. The event continues Georgia Entertainment’s mission to build bridges among creative communities through its Signature 100, an annual gathering of the state’s most influential entertainment and economic leaders.
Actor, filmmaker, and content creator Angel Fabián Rivera announces the first-ever staged reading of his new multi-cam sitcom Fossil Fuel Café, taking place December 6th from 4-6 PM at the Alliance Theatre.
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The move broadens Reel Supplies’ product lineup beyond its core inventory of raw lumber, sheet goods and specialty set-construction materials. With the addition of Cross Country’s finishing products, Reel Supplies can now offer both structural and aesthetic materials under one roof, creating a more streamlined production experience for film clients.
Lauren Moseley moved to Atlanta 11 years ago from Tallahassee, Florida. She traveled relatively lightly, bringing along a fresh communications degree from Florida State University and a bit of experience working in radio. The most important thing she brought, though, was something you couldn’t see at first glance: an open mind.
The Creative Economy Collective (CEC), a group of 65+ entrepreneurs, business and research leaders, academics and government officials working at the convergence of art and technology, met at Georgia Tech’s Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC) on Friday, November 14 for their first in person meeting.