Jackson’s fascination with film began early, captivated not just by stories on screen, but by how they were made. That curiosity turned into the start of a career in 1996 when he worked as a Production Assistant on the ABC miniseries “The Shining” while living in Colorado. This experience led Jackson to study Broadcast Journalism and TV Production at the University of Mississippi, where he also anchored the campus news and hosted a classic rock radio show.
Centennial Yards Company announced today that it has executed a long-term lease with Live Nation, the world’s leading live entertainment company, to bring a new live music and entertainment venue to the heart of Downtown Atlanta.
MomoCon is expected to have an economic impact of $42.2 million on metro Atlanta over Memorial Day Weekend 2025 (according…
Ghost Gaming, a leading North American gaming lifestyle organization with over 85 managed content creators and esports competitors, will get early access to the latest technology from Intel Gaming and showcase how Intel powers gaming from the casual player to the content creator to the high end esports competitor, to the game developer.
In collaboration with Project Blackbird, this signature event will include a compelling fireside chat on mental health and storytelling, moderated by Project Blackbird founder and producer Alexandra Miles.
Beyond the Gates is set in a leafy Maryland suburb just outside of Washington, DC, in one the most affluent African American counties in the United States. Viewership is up from last years’ time period and beats ABC’s General Hospital.
With your endorsement, these policy initiatives will help preserve and create American jobs, bolster local economies across the country, and ensure America remains the global leader in entertainment production.
At a SCADFILM In Focus: Artisans powerhouse educational event presented at the university’s SCADshow in Midtown, renowned costume designers took the main stage in the morning for a jam-packed, hour-long panel discussion attended by students, filmmakers, other industry professionals, and cinephiles.
London-based production and sales company Twenty-Nine Palms Entertainment has announced Othermor as its first development title since the company’s launch last month. The American psychological sci-fi horror film, a debut feature from co-directors Justin Solaiman and Hudson King, will be introduced for global sales at the upcoming Cannes Film Festival.
It feels like, particularly with Memorial Day weekend coming up, and the summer moviegoing of it all that this MCU title can catapult past that pic’s $200.7M final. Thunderbolts* is $10.3M ahead of Eternals at the ten-day point, which ended its run at $164.8M. Remember, Disney movies have long theatrical windows. Deadpool & Wolverine had a 67-day window to PVOD.
“Atlanta continues to be a dynamic and in-demand production hub. My focus is on filling this space with world-class content and ensuring that every production finds the support and infrastructure they need to succeed here. We’re open for business and excited to welcome top-tier film and television projects,” Joel Meyer, EVP of Worldwide Production for Lionsgate Television.
Resurgens Gaming, one of North America’s fastest-growing gaming and creator-driven entertainment companies, announced the closing of its Series Seed Plus funding round, securing a seven-figure investment to launch Ghost Launchpad, a video game accelerator and publishing division.
Veteran location scout Jack Holloway shares how he went from offering free help on indie sets to landing blockbuster projects like Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and Tulsa King.
Gray Media, Inc. today announced its financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, which included total revenues above the high end of our guidance for the quarter.
Encouraged by Georgia’s booming production industry, Perkins returned to Athens to help build a local ecosystem that could operate independently, beyond serving as a backdrop for outside productions. He envisioned a creative infrastructure where Georgia voices developed stories for global audiences.
One of the plan’s masterminds is Special Ambassador to Hollywood Jon Voight; the Oscar-winning actor shares the title with Sylvester Stallone and Mel Gibson. Alongside several other special advisors, Voight’s plan, called “Make Hollywood Great Again,” was presented to the President shortly before his May 4 social post.
Creative clusters are a way of thinking about the network of artists and services that make up a creative community as a complete unit to create a blueprint for economic development.
Whiskytree’s CG supervisor J.P. Monroy reveals the studio’s process for generating realistic battle scars on fighter planes.
Through partnerships with Comcast, Chick-fil-A, YMCA of Metro Atlanta, and WABE, the Institute is broadening its mission to inspire and equip the next generation of storytellers.
Today, the JTF event is broadcast live globally – far exceeding the 8,000+ theatre students, their families, and teachers who come from all around the world to the Cobb Galleria each year. By springtime 2025, the wintertime 2026 festival had already sold out with some 10,000 attendees.
The global animation market is a behemoth, generating over $370 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach $580 billion by 2032, with North America leading in global content production and distribution. The rise of streaming services and increased demand for content have made animation more popular than ever.
The who’s who of film and entertainment professionals came out to honor individuals and an institution that has kept Georgia in the spotlight for almost two decades. The Atlanta Film Society’s IMAGE Film Awards presented by Georgia Entertainment in partnership with Assembly Atlanta and Universal Production Services was held last night at the Jewel Box.
President Donald Trump on Sunday extended his trade war to the cinema. Trump, in an evening post on his social media platform Truth Social, said he has instructed the Commerce Department and US Trade Representative to place a 100% tariff on films that are produced outside the United States and imported into America.
With a $162.1M global opening, Thunderbolts* is just $3M shy of where we forecasted. The movie cost before P&A, $180M. Thunderbolts start isn’t anything to worry about knowing that Memorial Day is teed up for a possible record-breaking 4-day weekend with Disney’s Lilo & Stitch.
Morehouse College faculty Stephane Dunn discusses “Sinners” in this opinion piece for MSNBC. Includes links to interviews and in-depth discussions on the topic.
Eagle Rock Studios’ Michael Clark sits down with Funwoody for a Q&A and discusses the studio’s experience and his optimism for the future of film in Georgia.
WABE’s Marlon Hyde spoke to Randy Davidson, founder and CEO of Georgia Entertainment about the current state of the film industry in Georgia.
Each month we bring you a list of ongoing productions in Georgia. This information is provided by Georgia.org and reproduced by Georgia Entertainment to bring you the latest, verified, productions.
Continuing traditions born in the heart of historic Rome, Ga., the 22nd Rome International Film Festival (RIFF) is set for Nov. 6 – 9, 2025 and will again feature a curated lineup of film premieres, celebrity appearances and thought-provoking discussions.
On Sunday, April 27, Lionsgate proudly presented a marquee, sold-out screening of Shadow Force at the 49th annual Atlanta Film Festival, led by Emmy Award winner, star, and producer Kerry Washington.
Returning for a second consecutive year, the Immersive Competition was introduced in 2024 to celebrate new forms of storytelling through spatial and sensory experiences. By freeing themselves from the screen and traditional cinematic language, immersive works invite viewers to enter into the narrative, and often interact with it.
The Olympic feature doc will be available to air passengers via the Delta Air Lines Delta Studio® in-flight entertainment system Sept. 1 to Dec. 31. The film also will enjoy a statewide audience when Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB) airs a prime-time premiere of the film in July, with specific air dates and times to be announced.
Diffan Sina Norman, the director of FANGORIA Studios’ first feature film, Sitora, will join a small cohort of filmmakers for an intensive, two-week workshop at the Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, Colorado (known to horror fans as the inspiration behind the Overlook Hotel in Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining).
The new immersive theater experience “Mirth and Mischief” combines virtual reality, aerial performances and interactive storytelling to create what producer Kelly Nelson calls “a feeling like you’re in ”Game of Thrones’ meets ‘The Labyrinth.'”
Bowers said he enjoyed the relationships he formed with classmates and the locals in Barga as the group worked on the film and earned the trust of the people they were interviewing. “The experience of the study abroad program and the creation of the documentary were unforgettable. We were able to make something truly special and personal, while working with a beautiful community that gave a piece of themselves as well.”
Cinelease Studios – Three Ring was on full display during The Space to Create. Industry professionals were on hand to witness the studio’s expanded role as a hub for creatives, with a vision to serve as an indie-friendly creative hub supporting industries such as gaming, music, live entertainment, and digital media.
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced the seven inductees that its voters selected from the 2025 ballot on Sunday night, along with six more musicians or executives who were directly selected by the hall’s board for induction.
We caught up with AMC CEO Adam Aron last night at the AFI Lifetime Achievement Award for Francis Ford Coppola and he’s over the moon about how turnstiles are clicking, seeing April upticks in overall revenues and concessions. There’s a sense out there that the box office is finally on a roll.
The Atlanta Film Society’s IMAGE Film Awards presented by Georgia Entertainment in partnership with Assembly Atlanta and Universal Production Services, sets out to honor various individuals, companies and organization that have made outstanding contributions to Georgia’s film industry and community.
The Digital Animation program housed within the School of Art and Design at Kennesaw State University (KSU) is thrilled to announce the return of the Owl Film Festival, celebrating its fifth edition on May 5, 2025, at 7 p.m. at the Bailey Performance Center in Morgan Concert Hall.
Shadowbox Studios has released a new sizzle reel for its Atlanta location. Boosting 9 purpose built soundstages, this industry leading facility has 850,000 sq ft of production space. The expansive backlot offers room for opportunity with premium offices and mill space.
Filmmaker Hieu Huynh Shares her mother’s refugee journey through the rich, blended flavors of Vietnamese and Southern traditions in Rice & Grits.
It seems we’ve all been streaming a full load of documentaries and docuseries, which unfold in multiple episodes. We’ll be seeing more of them too, according to current reports from film’s above-the-line greats and multinational entertainment executives alike.
The special, sanctioned program is active throughout the duration of the festival. The purpose is to highlight Georgia’s infrastructure, locations, talented crew and professional services to filmmakers from around the world.
In recent years, the growth of the creative has been fueled by a strong interest in creative careers, particularly among younger generations. This trend is reshaping the workforce and propelling the creative economy into a period of remarkable growth.
Since 2000, this weekend reps the eighth time that Warner Bros has led the Easter weekend box office with an event title. Let the record show that Warner Bros contributed 64% of the entire weekend’s box office. Among all Easter weekend openings, Sinners ranks 9th.
Atlanta’s Oscar®-qualifying and USA TODAY “10Best” film festival Out On Film today announces its 2nd annual Filmmaker Fund recipients as part of the nonprofit organization’s ongoing commitment to championing queer filmmakers.
Now airing in over 82 countries worldwide, the hit series, known for its heartfelt storytelling, jaw-dropping transformations, and hilarious on-screen chemistry, is officially moving to prime time: Wednesdays at 9 PM ET/PT on HGTV.
Metro Atlanta is in full bloom with the good stuff, especially if you’re a cinephile without bad allergies. These are a few of the highly anticipated film and television productions that have slapped the clapperboard locally, leading into April-May 2025, plus a few extra fun things.
Expanded professional studio space and offerings at Global Media Studios (GMS) in metro Atlanta align with the recent clearing of House Bill 129 by the Georgia House and Senate.
Latinas in Media Atlanta (LIMA) presents “Putting the UNITY Back in Community: Bridging the Gap in Film & Television,” a dynamic and necessary creative conference panel discussion at the 2025 Atlanta Film Festival.
Industry veteran and influencer Patrick Caligiuri will be a featured speaker, offering insights on navigating current industry trends and opportunities. Multi-hyphenate talent Meredith Riley Stewart, actor/producer/content creator, will join a panel discussion on production. Other participants include Ty Walker, Cherelle George, Paris Schulman, Ryan Monolopolus, John Thomas, Josh Harris, Melanie Krinsky, Chelsea Spivey and more.
In January, the Junior Theater Festival welcomed more than 8,000 musical theater performers, creators, crew, supporters and enthusiasts to metro Atlanta. The production employed more than 500 Georgia residents as film and television crew members, manufacturer teams, contractors, electricians, visual artists and others who ate, drank and slept all things JTF.
The 49th Annual Atlanta Film Festival + Creative Conference presented by Rendezvous (ATLFF) revealed newly added key programming, including the Closing Night Presentation, talent appearances, and the full lineup of Marquee screenings and Special Presentations for the 2025 event.
If there was a theme for Georgia’s creative industries in 2024, it would surround the convergence of tourism and entertainment. Communities all over the state are recognizing the power of adjoining local creative organizations while recruiting entertainment productions to the region.
We can’t imagine that any exhibitor is complaining about the diversity or the amount of product in the marketplace. With an $80M second weekend, that’s the 16th best second weekend ever for a movie, and the second best second weekend for a videogame movie after Super Mario Bros’ ($92.3M).
Official theme song debuts in anticipation of film’s world premiere at Atlanta Film Festival on April 26. Legendary Atlanta songwriter/producer was music director for film about 1996 Atlanta Olympics with original score written and produced by local jazz pianist/composer Joe Alterman
The Columbus Film Office hosted their latest meeting at the Patrick Theatre inside The Columbus Museum on April 10. These events connect entertainment professionals, artists and local businesses from Georgia and beyond and provide an opportunity to share information about activity in the region.
The 78th edition of the Cannes Film Festival is slated to be another blockbuster success after today’s announcement of the Official Selection 2025 which was unveiled at the traditional annual meeting with the French and international press. Georgia native, Spike Lee, will be returning to the Croisette with the feature film Highest to Lowest, screening out of competition.
HOCA Studio aims to redefine Atlanta’s independent film scene
Animation Summit returns to Atlanta this year on May 21, 2025, to celebrate all aspects of the animation industry, the professionals working in the industry, and those who aspire toward animation careers and projects.
RE:IMAGINE is proud to announce Reel Connections: Spring, an immersive evening dedicated to showcasing the next generation of filmmakers, taking place on Thursday, April 24, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the iconic Tara Theatre.
Beth B. Moore has joined Founders Legal as Senior Counsel, bringing her extensive experience in entertainment, corporate, and intellectual property law to its expanding practice. Based at Atlanta Tech Village in Buckhead, the firm is a leading force in the city’s technology and innovation community.
Discover Dunwoody is proud to name Ashley Saunders as the April 2025 recipient of the Distinguished Production Associate Recognition Program, an initiative created to spotlight the unsung heroes of the film and entertainment industry.
Kristen Hudson is the director of marketing and public relations at The Columbus Museum. She sat down to discuss the museum’s dual focus on American art and regional history and why it makes the museum such a special place.
As someone who works closely with producers, studio executives, accountants, and creatives navigating film incentives across the country, I can say this with confidence: Georgia’s recent changes to its film tax credit audit process are not just welcomed—they’re a game changer. And they couldn’t have come at a more critical time.
“The jurisdictions that perform well from here on out – the ones with sustainably high levels of sound stage occupancy and job creation – will be those invested in film project attraction at the country, state and regional level,” Philip Sokoloski, FilmLA.
The Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) has collaborated with Delta Flight Museum in a unique design challenge for an original mural for the newly renovated Delta Flight Museum.
Every year, SCADpro generates more than 50 discrete, industry-sponsored projects, pairing innovative companies with the brightest creative students, alumni, and professors. SCADpro is recognized as the preeminent university partner in higher education, on par with premier design agencies worldwide, generating new ideas and products for the world’s most influential brands, including Delta Air Lines, Google, Nike, Adult Swim, CBS Sports, and Deloitte.
Trial Watchers explores the passionate community of true crime enthusiasts. It’s currently streaming on Prime Video and available to watch in Atlanta on Saturdays at 1 p.m. on Peachtree TV.
“We’re absolutely overjoyed A Minecraft Movie has been so warmly received by audiences around the world and extend our congratulations to Jared Hess and his filmmaking team, Legendary, Vertigo, Mojang and our phenomenal cast led by Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Emma Myers, Sebastian Hansen, Danielle Brooks and Jennifer Coolidge, who helped make the film a must-see event for moviegoers of all ages.
We’ve had a shift. Marvel was a powerhouse here in Atlanta, with Pinewood which then [became] Trilith, as well as other various sound stages, and then the pandemic happened. I think people had to get more creative with where they were scouting and [the] locations.
The 49th annual Atlanta Film Festival + Creative Conference (ATLFF) announced today that Lionsgate’s Shadow Force, starring Kerry Washington and Omar Sy, will screen as part of the festival.
Join Tara Roberts, National Geographic Explorer in Residence, for an unforgettable evening as she discusses her powerful memoir, Written in the Waters: A Memoir of History, Home, and Belonging.
Scholar and Scribe, a woman-owned bookstore in Trilith, across the street from the Trilith Studios, will host a Scholar Talk with Godfather of Storyboarding Mark Simon on Friday, April 18 at 6:30 p.m.
Nichols’ nonprofit also extends services to film sets through Onset Mental Health, ensuring that proactive wellness strategies are available to industry professionals.
Each month we bring you a list of ongoing productions in Georgia. This information is provided by Georgia.org and reproduced by Georgia Entertainment to bring you the latest, verified, productions.
The Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GHCC) is pleased to announce the official relaunch of its CREAR Division—Creative Professionals, Entrepreneurs, and Industry Leaders—with a dynamic Spring Kick-off Event on April 3, 2025.
This quarterly initiative recognizes the valuable contributions of behind-the-scenes professionals in the film and entertainment industry. Melany’s hard work, dedication, and achievements make her a deserving recipient of this honor.
One trait I have worked to remove from my life is the “head in the sand syndrome,” often referred to as the “ostrich effect.” It’s a sad trait in one’s personal life and equally as destructive in business. Artificial Intelligence. I initially wanted to ignore and avoid the topic in its entirety. My instinct was to avoid talking about it at events or even write about it in our publications.
This two-day event is designed to immerse students in music technology, connecting them with industry professionals and equipping them with the tools to explore careers in audio production and sound engineering.
The Georgia Department of Revenue (GDOR) made significant changes to the film tax credit audit process, effectively addressing the majority of concerns raised by film industry stakeholders and CPAs.
On March 18, Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) and Georgia Film Academy (GFA) hosted “Behind the Lens: Creative Minds and Successful Careers,” a hands-on career exploration event for aspiring film, TV and creative media professionals.
At a time when feature production development executives have their faces in their hands, baffled at what works at the box office, let’s not deny the attraction of the tried and true meat and potatoes dude action movie, which can still find an audience.
Bahr recently completed an internship as a set decorator on “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3,” playing a vital role in developing the types of scenes that first fueled her desire to work in TV and film production.
Cinelease Studios – Three Ring will showcase its expanded role as a hub for creative industries at an exclusive event on April 23. “The Space to Create” gathering will demonstrate Three Ring’s commitment to supporting established film and television productions and creating a pipeline for new creatives to enter the industry.
After a thoughtful and thorough process to identify the future location of the Sundance Film Festival, today the nonprofit Sundance Institute’s Board of Trustees is proud to announce that Boulder, Colorado, will become the Festival’s home beginning in 2027.
With nearly four decades of experience since launching his career in 1988, Smith has become a cornerstone of Georgia’s thriving film production landscape, carving out an impressive niche as a sought-after location manager and scout.
Crystal Bui, an Emmy-nominated journalist whose reporting career took her to newsrooms across the country—most recently at the CBS affiliate WANF-TV in Atlanta—has taken her talents from broadcast news to acting after being cast by Tyler Perry to play a news reporter.
“It’s a thrilling time to be part of this vibrant, artistic community, and we can’t wait to welcome audiences back to the Plaza Theatre and Tara Theatre and further solidify Georgia as a hub for film and innovation.” Christopher Escobar, Executive Director of the Atlanta Film Festival
A filmed live performance of “Final Audition, Last Chance for the Role of a Lifetime,” a new inspirational comedy play that premiered on stage in 2024, is now available for viewing on Prime Video.
The show, billed as a “homecoming performance,” reunites Thomas with his band Cornbread, celebrating the place where his musical journey began before rising to fame with a record deal in Nashville. Tickets are available here.
Disney has been put through the ringer before on controversial theatrical releases –i.e. Solo: A Star Wars Story and its swapping of directors from Lord & Miller to Ron Howard, which deep-sixed that movie to a very less than $1 billion global take of $393M worldwide.
The non-profit will host its fourth annual two-day student short film festival, including student film screenings, an industry panel, a red carpet, mixer, and an awards ceremony, taking place March 29 and 30, 2025 in Athens, Georgia.
The veteran pair – Holley, with nearly 25 years in the industry, and Carey with 13 – sat down to talk about their work and its impact on the communities where filming takes place.
The Black Women Film Network (BWFN) is thrilled to confirm that living legend and media trailblazer Cathy Hughes will be presented with the 2025 BWFN Sheryl Gripper On Her Shoulders Preservation Award during its Tenth Annual BWFN Summit, which will take place March 22, 2025, at the Loudermilk Center in Atlanta, Georgia.
The world’s biggest film festival and market is currently riding high on a record performance at the Academy Awards earlier this month, with 2024 selections Anora, Emilia Pérez, Flow and The Substance taking nine Oscars between them.
The first annual Metro Atlanta Film Summit (MAFS) drew in over 200 attendees this past Friday, March 14, for a day of learning, connection and inspiration.
“The Games in Black & White” will debut at Rialto Center for the Arts on April 26. Ticket availability and pricing through the Atlanta Film Festival website will be announced in the weeks ahead.
The 25th annual Atlanta Jewish Film Festival (AJFF) has officially wrapped, marking the close of its 16-day in-theater run and 10-day streaming window, and bringing this milestone edition to a triumphant close after an unforgettable celebration of film, culture, and community.