California’s Film & Television Tax Credit Program has generated tens of billions of dollars in investments while creating nearly 200,000 jobs, and Governor Newsom is proposing to expand it to outpace other states and bring more business back to California.
Roberto Gomez Jr. knows the promise of Georgia’s creative industries on a completely personal level. The multi-lingual industry executive was born in Havana, Cuba, and raised in Atlanta, where he lives to this day and works in the creative industry that has always fueled his passion.
Georgia Entertainment today announced that its next Signature Georgia Entertainment 100 and Georgia Unscripted event will be held in Columbus on November 19. Originally scheduled for September 25, the event was postponed due to Hurricane Helene.
Georgia continues to lead as the most multilayered economy in the country. While other states mull over how to keep pace, Georgia business leaders continue to innovate on multiple fronts—life sciences, fintech, agriculture, renewable energy and the creative industries.
The numbers speak for themselves, at least at the domestic box office, as Sony/Marvel’s Venom: The Last Dance saw the franchise’s lowest domestic opening with $51M after a $22M Friday/previews and a $16.8M Saturday, -23%.
This fall, Hofstein is stepping into a new role as an instructor for the Georgia Film Academy’s Lighting & Electric and Motion Picture Set Lighting courses at participating institutions in Savannah.
On December 6, 2024, Nuçi’s Space will hold their annual benefit event “Athens Uncovered: Revival” at The Foundry in Athens, Georgia.
Jeffery Glover is the first Savannah State University student to graduate from the Georgia Film Academy (GFA) under the new partnership.
The Rome International Film Festival (RIFF), in partnership with Sapir Academic College in Southern Israel and the Cinema South Festival, is proud to announce a special film screening event titled “An Evening of Unity, Solidarity, and Film in Commemoration of One Year Since October 7th”.
In a 38-year career, Larry Gildersleve has made it a personal mission to deliver financial and operational expertise across a multitude of sectors, media and entertainment among them.
Otis Redding Foundation congratulates Justin Andrews on being a recipient of the Macon Arts Alliance 2024 Cultural Award recipient together…
Seth Ingram is the Executive Director of the Rome International Film Festival (RIFF) and Division Chair of Humanities in Film Production at Georgia Highlands College. His work in the entertainment and education sectors have played an important role in expanding Georgia’s industry.
Last night, the Woodruff Arts Center and its Art Partners—the Alliance Theatre, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, and High Museum of Art—celebrated the launch of its 2024-2025 corporate fundraising campaign with Michael P. Doss, President and Chief Executive Officer of Graphic Packaging.
Reported by the Georgia Department of Economic Development’s strategic arts arm, Georgia Council for the Arts (GCA), Georgia’s nonprofit arts and culture sector delivers a minimum economic impact of at least $1.27 billion and supports nearly 20,000 jobs.
Georgia Entertainment, the leading source of news and information for the film & tv, music, esports, arts, gaming and other areas of digital entertainment, has announced the third edition of their bi-annual printed publication – Georgia Entertainment: The Creative Economy Journal. The theme of this issue is education and workforce development and will be distributed in December.
In 2017, television veteran Michael Clark had heard the intriguing stories, seen the growth, and he made a decision: to relocate from Los Angeles to Atlanta for Georgia’s incredible film industry.
The Chick-fil-A Play App will be live for family fun starting November 18. Parents can download it from their favorite app store and enjoy with everyone in the coop.
On October 17th, one of Georgia’s premier industry events was held at Trilith Studios. The State of the Industry summit, presented by the State of Georgia and Motion Picture Association, is one of the largest, most curated affairs for senior entertainment executives, elected officials and business owners. Georgia Entertainment produced the exclusive VIP social.
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According to recent reports, “media industries employment is most significantly growing outside of the traditional Georgia city centers… and, heading into the pandemic economy, no state had generated greater percentage growth than Georgia in the creative sector.”
Paramount’s $28M production Smile 2 is in great shape with a $23M opening (or 1.6M admissions per EntTellgence) after a $9.4M Friday and great Saturday of $8.1M (a -15% hold against previews/Friday!) and a B CinemaScore.
Ballots for the 2024 PGA elections closed yesterday. Among those elected is Georgia’s Autumn Bailey-Ford. “Having been a member of the PGA for the past eight years and working in the industry for over 20, this opportunity is incredibly meaningful and humbling to me. I look forward to contributing to the continued growth of this amazing organization.”
Glen Owen, the owner of State Line Films, exemplifies Georgia’s creative talent. A University of Georgia graduate, Owen has spent his career working for major media companies such as Turner Broadcasting, and producing branded content for iconic Georgia-based brands like Coca-Cola, Mercedes-Benz, and Delta Airlines.
Best is the founder and CEO of Seed&Spark, a platform she describes as helping make entertainment more diverse, inclusive, connected and essential.
Skillshot Media now represents and activates over 100,000 square feet of premium and accessible space in Atlanta for live events, studio production, and live-streamed productions.
Producers of the BronzeLens Film Festival set a high bar during its 15th Anniversary Celebration. The festival wrapped with nine films of excellence receiving top honors and three industry leaders receiving special recognition.
The NFL announced Tuesday during the Fall League Meeting that Mercedes-Benz Stadium, home of the Falcons, will host Super Bowl LXII in 2028.
Skillshot Media now represents and activates over 100,000 square feet of premium and
accessible space in Atlanta for live events, studio production, and live-streamed productions.
When the art of costume design hit Atlanta over the weekend, even the weather turned cooler. Georgia Entertainment attended SCAD TVfest: Costume Design on the university’s Midtown campus on Friday, Oct. 11, and sat down with Stephani Lewis, costume designer on a famed hit series shot right down the road on lakes Lanier and Allatoona – “Ozark.”
In recent years, Fayette County, Georgia, has emerged as a thriving hub for the film and TV industry. A study conducted earlier this year highlights the county’s strengths and the Georgia Film Tax Credit’s pivotal role in bringing about the growth.
The Dunwoody native and radio and TV host showed up Oct. 11 to christen the studio at new Arthur M. Blank Hospital.
Last week, we had the opportunity to attend one of Entertainment Tourism Alliance of Georgia’s (ETAG) town hall meetings. The event was held at the Montaluce Winery in Dahlonega and is one of six town halls ETAG is hosting all over the state.
In one of the year’s second-best triumphs for indie genre cinema after NEON’s Longlegs, Cineverse’s under $5M investment, Terrifier 3, is screaming to an estimated $18.3M+ 3-day after an $8.2M Friday, $5.9M Saturday and $4.2M Sunday.
Prime Video customers in the U.S. will soon be able to subscribe to Apple TV+ to enjoy award-winning and hit Apple Originals like The Morning Show, Slow Horses, Presumed Innocent, Severance, Silo, Hijack, and more directly via Prime Video. Additional territories to follow.
It’s set to be a historic night for the culture as the legendary Gucci Mane (Radric Delantic Davis) takes the stage at the iconic Atlanta Symphony Hall on October 12, 2024.
SCADpro and Georgia Entertainment have partnered on a dynamic project to redesign Georgia Entertainment’s Creative Economy Journal publication.
No one showcases Georgia talent quite like Jeff Keating. Through his company, Doghouse Pictures, Keating produces a wide range of content, from documentaries and podcasts to TV commercials and promotional films, each showcasing compelling stories with a unique touch.
The founder and CEO describes his company, SUBSUME Media, as a creative technology studio that utilizes gaming and artificial intelligence to share new stories, solve social inequalities, and expand access to education for underrepresented communities.
This vibrant festival will take place from November 7-10, 2024, across the dynamic city of East Point, Georgia.
Discover Dunwoody proudly announces Mela Rayne-Fernandez as the October 2024 recipient of the Distinguished Production Associate Recognition Program.
In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), SHOWAbility is partnering with Georgia State University to host an informational expo focused on accessibility in the film industry.
Get ready for an exciting conversation with Randy Davidson, the CEO of Georgia Entertainment, as he joins Dunwoody Dialogues to dive into the ever-evolving world of film, music, and the creative industries.
There’s no doubt that the film and TV industry is undergoing a significant reset. Strikes, AI concerns, cultural shifts, labor and production costs, distribution challenges and international competition have created a difficult environment for production in Georgia and other states. Against this backdrop, Georgia’s Governor Brian Kemp plans to meet with studio executives in California next week.
Chavis-Rucker is a multiple Emmy Award-winning TV journalist and film industry professional.
The City of Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Technology and Innovation, in collaboration with the Atlanta Collegiate Entrepreneurship Syndicate (ACES), hosted the second annual Avant South—the city’s groundbreaking event designed to foster innovation, entrepreneurship and technological advancement.
On Friday, October 4, 2024, legendary singer and songwriter, Otis Redding, was posthumously honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
The latest programming in the SCAD TVfest series is coming to ATL on Friday, 10/11, including a FREE SCADFASH exhibit walkthrough!
A biopic about the Red Hot Chili Peppers’ lead singer Anthony Kiedis is going to shoot in metro Atlanta in early 2025.
A quick drive north of Atlanta on I-75 will take you to two prominent locations in Georgia’s vibrant creative scene—the cities of Rome and Cartersville. From its picturesque landscapes and classic architecture to its burgeoning film industry, the Northwest Georgia region offers a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural richness that attracts tourists, investors, filmmakers and creatives alike.
Viewers have options to discover indie films, series, and shorts from diverse creators across the globe. For independent filmmakers and creators, the Tonbo Reels Beta is an opportunity to share, create and be discovered. Lastly, TonboTV offers brands and advertisers a range of seamless ad integration to reach highly targeted viewers with AI-optimized placements.
In Episode 3 of the State of Esports, we get a preview of the STEM Innovation Center & Esports Arena in Bartow County, GA. This 7,000sq ft space features stadium seating and state of the art equipment. The grand opening was attended by both city and state elected officials noting gaming as a key sector in economic and workforce development.
GreatHomesATL, a premier full-service Commercial and Residential real estate agency based in Douglasville, Georgia is proud to announce its strategic partnership with Georgia Entertainment to provide housing solutions for the state’s booming entertainment industry.
Making Columbus the third leg of Georgia’s film industry became a goal in 2019, but the pandemic — followed by strikes — made building a local workforce and bringing in productions difficult.
If anyone was betting on Joker: Folie à Deux as being a winning tentpole in their fantasy box office league a year out, well, sorry, you just lost a ton of cash.
While large productions filming in Georgia qualify for various incentives on the state and local levels, small companies in Columbus face challenges as officials hope new grants will help stimulate the industry locally.
The weeklong series of performances, workshops, exhibitions, and research presentations, will kick off at the Woodruff Arts Center—home to the Alliance Theatre, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, and High Museum of Art.
Returning for a sixth year, DreamHack Atlanta is an immersive gaming experience. This year, it will take place during a three day festival where guests will professional esports tournaments, amateur and high school gaming tournaments, world-famous bring-your-own-computer (BYOC) LAN party, cosplay, art, activities, expo, screenings and more.
Tyler Blackwell infuses a double dose of artistic and technical talent into the backbone of Georgia’s film, television, and broadcast industry.
In partnership with Trilith Studios, The Town at Trilith is thrilled to announce the Makers and Music Festival in celebration of Trilith Studios’ 10-year anniversary. On October 5, 2024, plan to be at Trilith’s Town Centre from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. for a day filled with vibrant artistry, live music, and family-friendly activities.
The red carpets are ready as the curtain rises on the highly anticipated 21st Rome International Film Festival (RIFF), running Oct. 31 to Nov. 3, 2024. Nestled in the heart of historic Rome, Ga., this year’s festival is a must-attend event, with a curated lineup of film premieres, celebrity appearances, and thought-provoking discussions. RIFF is a celebration of cinema, culture, and storytelling.
Atlanta Fashion Week (ATLFW) is back from October 2-7, 2024, with a highly anticipated lineup of cutting-edge fashion, art, and culture. Over the course of five days, attendees will be treated to an exciting blend of runway shows, interactive pop-ups, insightful panel discussions, captivating art installations, and exclusive after-parties.
When the Duffer Brothers chose Jackson as the backdrop for the fictional town of Hawkins, it sparked a cultural revival that breathed new life into the community.
Latinas in Media Atlanta, in collaboration with Explore The Spark, is excited to host its annual Comunidad Mixer on Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at El Ponce Mexican Restaurant.
Get ready for an epic weekend of Call of Duty®: Mobile beginning October 4th with a live performance from singer-songwriter, filmmaker, and record producer, Shaboozey kickstarting the Call of Duty: Mobile World Championship 2024 by Snapdragon Pro Series festivities online, in-game and in-person at DreamHack Atlanta.
At SCAD TVfest: Costume Design, SCADFILM turns the spotlight onto some of the top costume designers for the screen, who will share how they mold inspiration, design, and fabric to set the scene for our favorite shows.
Producers and filmmakers see potential in Columbus as a filming location because of its ability to appear as both a mid-size city or a small town and offer support from the local business community.
On October 29th from 5 -7 pm, patrons are invited to bring their pups dressed in their best Halloween costume and enjoy a spooktacular evening filled with entertainment, festive treats, and tail-wagging excitement.
Clint Eastwood is back in the director’s seat, as Warner Bros. released the first trailer for his drama “Juror #2.”
The Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) proudly announces its first list of honorees for the 2024 SCAD Savannah Film Festival, scheduled to take place from Oct. 26 to Nov. 2.
Working on the design of Tyler Perry Studios, the first major film production campus in Georgia, is a lofty gig for a young architect and her design firm. But it’s where Maria Guerra-Stoll, now president and CEO of PAM Studios, cut her teeth in film studio design in 2007.
We were honored to attend The FACEs of Fashion: “A Celestial Experience” on Sunday night, September 29th. The venue was full of energy with a powerful networking reception, visual performances, and a runway fashion show. This is the first of several events to highlight Fulton County’s FACE 2024 Experience, which recognizes the county’s robust resources in fashion, art, culture, and education.
Cine Gear Expo announces that Free Registration is open for Atlanta’s top filmmaking art and technology event being held at the famous Trilith Studios in Fayetteville, Georgia on October 4-5, 2024.
The Miguel Wilson Collection and the Ride to the Olympics Foundation are hosting the 7th Annual Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic weekend, Friday, October 11 – Sunday, October 13.
The Atlanta Women’s Film Festival is set to make a return on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at the Limelight Theater.
Level 77 Music brought home four Mark Awards at this year’s 10th Annual Mark Awards hosted by the Production Music Association (PMA) in Los Angeles on Sept. 25, 2024.
Imagine a world where storytelling isn’t confined to a screen or a set of speakers, but is an immersive, interactive experience. That’s gaming today.
At the end of last week and into the weekend, the Midtown Atlanta campus of the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) hosted its scheduled AnimationFest educational sessions and panels, creatively dodging the weather to keep attendees safe from the rain and winds of Hurricane Helene.
Wild Robot posted the third best opening for an animated movie in September with $35M after an $11.3M Friday (including near $2M previews) and $14.2M on Saturday.
Travis Moore is a Covington City Councilman and the Co-Owner of Covington Vacation Rentals, which he runs with his wife Lindsey. He joined Georgia Entertainment at Cinelease Studios – Three Ring studios to share his perspective on the region’s thriving tourism industry.
More than just a great name, renowned visual effects company Whiskeytree helps fortify Georgia’s bottom line. Owned and operating by Jonathan Harb, the San Rafael, California-based company opened in Alpharetta in January 2024 under the name The Whiskytree Southern Corp.
Georgia Entertainment has announced plans to hold their signature ‘From Script to Screen’ event series at the 41st annual Sundance Film Festival to spotlight the state’s resources, infrastructure, world class studio facilities, and incentives.
In this 2 part episode of The State of Esports, we get a full Games Week Georgia preview. Games Week Georgia, brought to you by Ghost Gaming and Skillshot, celebrates the video game and esports industry, bringing together gaming leaders and experts from around the world.
Producers for the picture include Mary Aloe for Aloe Entertainment, Hannah Leader for Luna Film Productions, Gillian Hormel and Joshua Harris for Atlanta-based PeachTree Media Partners. Harris’ daughter, Georgian actress Mila Harris plays young Mary.
Maximizing state tax benefits and minimizing state tax risks and exposures. These are two talents that keep tax advisor Jess Johannesen with Aprio LLP, a top 25 business advisory, tax, and accounting firm, a prominent asset to Georgia’s Creative Economy.
Last week, the new and improved ABV Gallery, showcasing the original works of Atlanta Artist Greg Mike, opened to the public in East Atlanta Village. With an impressive attendance of nearly 4,000 on its opening weekend, ABV has further cemented itself a prestigious place in the local art world.
The Atlanta-based president and managing partner of Peachtree Media Partners, formerly known as Gala Media Capital, and Gramercy Park Media was on location for the filming of World Breaker, a sci-fi action thriller he is producing, starring Milla Jovovich, Luke Evans and co-starring Mila Harris, his 13-year-old daughter.
Fulton County Arts & Culture is once again gearing up to become the FACE of the fashion scene as they prepare to host the FACEs of Fashion: “A Celestial Experience” event on Sunday, September 29 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Fulton County Government Center, 141 Pryor St. SW, Atlanta, GA 30303.
Filmed in Dunwoody, Atlanta and Honolulu, “Red One” is set to hit theatres on Nov. 15.
The Creative Media Industries Institute (CMII) at Georgia State University is excited to welcome Autumn Bailey-Ford, Andre Henderson, Jared Mass, Catrice Swann, and Troy Taylor as the newest members of its esteemed Artists in Residence program.
In an upset nobody saw coming, the third weekend of Warner Bros’ Beetlejuice Beetlejuice stole No. 1 away from Paramount and Hasbro Entertainment’s Transformers One, $26M to $25M.
the only Afro Latino film festival in the southeast country is setting the stage to welcome film aficionados, Georgia filmmakers, Latino creatives, celebrities, industry professionals, students and community members eager to celebrate Latino culture from around the world for Hispanic Heritage Month.
CEO of Skullz Incorporated, Wes Byrd, has combined his skills in tech & e-commerce with his passion of gaming to create a successful Georgia-based business.
Netflix delivered an unforgettable experience to Georgians last night with a start studded ‘Geeked Week’ event at The Eastern in Reynoldstown.
With daring plot twists and high-stakes entertainment. Tulsa King Season 2 has rapidly climbed the ranks of this year’s most eagerly awaited shows.
The Motion Picture Association (MPA) today announced Prime Video & Amazon MGM Studios will become the newest member of the global trade association, joining the world’s largest film, TV, and streaming companies.
David Manuel is an advocate for all things artistic, aesthetically expressive, and authentically creative within the state of Georgia. A graduate of the Atlanta College of Art with a BFA in Advertising and Design, Manuel uses his expertise and extensive network to help bridge diverse cultures — using the arts as his vehicle and strongly contributing to the Creative Economy in the process.
Star Forest Project Reimagines Children’s Entertainment for the Digital Age with Multimedia Adventure of Immersive Storytelling, Music and Wonder
Atlanta Fashion Week (ATLFW) is back from October 2-7, 2024, with a highly anticipated lineup of cutting-edge fashion, art, and culture.
Governor Brian P. Kemp today joined the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) in announcing that the state broke tourism records for the second year in a row and maintained its No. 5 market share ranking among all 50 states and Washington, D.C., for the fourth consecutive year.
The City of Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Technology and Innovation, in collaboration with the Atlanta Collegiate Entrepreneurship Syndicate (ACES), will host Avant South—the city’s groundbreaking event designed to foster innovation, entrepreneurship and technological advancement.
Commemorate Atlanta’s Creators With Food, Games and Fun at RE:IMAGINE’s 10th Anniversary Event