Georgia Film Day 2024, hosted by the Georgia Production Partnership (GPP) in collaboration with Georgia House Representative of District 80,…
Rural and South Georgia’s Creative Industries – In each of the meetings in Albany, Moultrie and Thomasville the theme was the same. The momentum to create more economic development around film and entertainment is a push, not a pull.
The 48th annual Atlanta Film Festival + Creative Conference (ATLFF) revealed key programming highlights, including the full lineup of selected works from more than 7,500 submissions.
Season 4 of popular backyard makeover series “Homegrown” premieres April 6th on Max, Magnolia Network, and Discovery+ with bigger harvests, fluffier alpacas, and overflowing golden honey.
Centennial Yards, the massive $5 billion mixed-use development rising across from Mercedes-Benz Stadium and State Farm Arena, has announced its next phase: “a world-class sports and entertainment district.”
Results from a recent statewide survey found more than 75 percent of likely GOP primary voters believe the film industry is a “major” job creator, while nearly 70 percent believe it’s “essential” to Georgia’s economy and benefits the entire state. When asked about the film tax incentive, two-thirds of likely Republican primary voters said they were aware of and support it.
President of Trilith Development Rob Parker leads a team of designers, planners, architects, engineers, and builders to construct the Town at Trilith. The goal…to be “a community where makers, thinkers, and dreamers feel at home.” Where creatives can “live, work, and find fulfillment in every way.”
No snowstorm or sour reviews stood in Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire‘s path this weekend, as the sequel minted a $45.2M opening.
Excellence is intentional, and a decade of excellence requires planning and implementation by many people over a number of years to achieve the same goal.
The first collaborative feature film coming out of the University of Georgia will finish shooting in May. Writer/Producers Di Quon Wilms and Sofía Ruiz are joined by producer Suzan Satterfield, Atlanta co-chair of the Producers Guild of America who has come on board.
Peter Provost is an Emmy-nominated Director of Design and the President of Provost Studio, an industry-recognized design firm with international reach. Provost Studio creates memorable, visually-stunning broadcast studios and on-camera branded spaces for Fortune 500 companies and industry-leading brands.
CNN’s Atlanta studios have finally moved out of CNN Center to the network’s Techwood campus. Way back in June 2020, what was then…
Liam Neeson, known best for his action roles over the years, is going the comedic route starring in a “Naked Gun” reboot that will start shooting in Atlanta in May.
Her company provides luxury makeup artistry for tv/film productions and photography shoots with clientele in fashion, film, music, and more. The J. Ford Beauty Agency also represents a professional team of local makeup artists and hairstylists that serve Georgia, South Carolina, Florida, Tennessee, and Kentucky.
The team at AGG and Chris LeDoux, founder of global visual effects company Crafty Apes, are presenting a live complimentary webinar featuring an insightful discussion on the intersection of technology and art exploring the benefits and challenges of artificial intelligence.
“Nerve Gaming” adaptive esports program, supported by a grant from the Craig H Neilsen Foundation, will use video games and esports to build community among those with spinal cord injuries.
With production resumed, Athena is ready to welcome its first major studio shoot. “The Woman in the Yard,” a feature film from Blumhouse Productions, is expected to begin shooting at Athena in mid-April and continue into May.
Chosen from 1,555 total submissions, the following 50 feature film screenplays, 15 pilots, and 15 shorts represent the top 3% of all entries. Their authors are competing for invaluable mentorship opportunities to help hone their craft and plan the next steps in their careers in addition to cash prizes.
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. Georgia’s mutual fund of industry segments has allowed the state to hedge against inflation and interest rate fluctuations while creating stable job opportunities for citizens across the state.
With a recent focus on the film industry, a renewed focus on the music industry and very active growth in the performing arts, Georgia’s Creative Economy is growing. Obviously, the Creative Economy is essential to Georgia’s economic health, but how is this robust economy being understood, measured and managed?
Trilith President & and CEO Frank Patterson graced the stage with President of Trilith Development Rob Parker to shed new light on the town’s future developments. ‘Trilith LIVE’ will be the entity’s largest development to date and will launch initiatives like concerts, festivals, and live studio tapings.
The Trilith Foundation presented the 2024 Reel People Care Gala on Friday, March 15. This event marked the celebration of looking back on the past ten years, and offered an opportunity to imagine the potential for the upcoming decade that the entertainment industry can make locally and statewide…
Kung Fu Panda 4 and Dune: Part Two will top Arthur The King, Love Lies Bleeding and The American Society of Magical Negroes this weekend.
Georgia happens to be one of our best states in terms of district adoptions.
The Georgia Regional Film and Entertainment Alliance has released what we understand to be the first of many videos that will share the value of expanding the state’s film incentive to rural parts of the state. With the film industry growing in these regions, there are unique challenges posed that the group believes need to be addressed by policymakers.
After seven days of multi-platform viewing, the March 5 episode amassed 9.02M viewers across ABC, Hulu and other digital platforms, according to Disney.
The completion of Phase One of the backlot is part of a landmark 11-acre, three-phase expansion, making it the largest, most comprehensive film studio complex at any university in the country.
Five years ago, we boldly built upon Cherokee’s budding film community and launched the Cherokee Film Summit to foster our community of creatives. Since then, we’ve been making Reel. Community. Connection.
“The Ciné Oscar Gala Fundraiser was an outstanding success, surpassing our expectations in every way,” said Ciné Executive Director, Pam Kohn
Discover Dunwoody has announced plans to give away a trip for two to join Georgia Entertainment at the Sundance Film Festival in 2025.
DeKalb Entertainment Commission will showcase the burgeoning filmmaking talent of DeKalb County high school students at the sixth annual DeKalb Student Film Festival.
As an on-air personality, live event host, and business owner, she has seen all aspects of entertainment.
Followed by the success of SCAD TVfest and SCAD TVfest: Reality this winter, SCADFILM and the Savannah College of Art and Design are proud to announce the expansion of its newest industry focused programming series, which will return Thursday, March 28, with SCAD TVfest: News & Docs.
This event is not only a celebration of the past year’s achievements but a platform to elevate and recognize the burgeoning talent within Atlanta’s film industry, providing opportunities for creatives to shine and receive the recognition they truly deserve.
the Feature Panelists include: John Swartz, Co-Producer & 2nd Unit Director, The Mandalorian & Solo: A Star Wars Story; Co-Producer Star Wars: the Force Awakens, and Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.
Georgia Production Partnership (GPP), in collaboration with Georgia House Representative of District 80 Long Tran, is pleased to announce Georgia Film Day, an exclusive event aimed at bridging the gap between the state’s vibrant film industry and its legislative leaders.
The more than 10,000-seat venue is finished, and a few thousand piled in for a test concert before the real deal March 24
Poetry Out Loud is a national program sponsored by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) and the Poetry Foundation, which encourages high school students to learn about poetry through memorization and recitation of the written word.
On March 8, International Women’s Day, the vibrant community of film, gaming, music, fashion and other creative industries came together to network, collaborate, and mentor.
The non-profit will host its annual two-day student short film festival, including film screenings, a panel, a red carpet, industry mixer, and an awards ceremony.
Attention all aspiring filmmakers and cinematographers! Get ready to dive into the heart of filmmaking with our exclusive two-day cinematography workshop at Southern Studios in Atlanta.
On March 8th, the Southface Institute gathered a group of Georgia’s top entertainment leaders at the Fox Theater for a conversation about keeping the industry sustainable.
The Creative Placemaking Summit: South and Appalachia, a gathering of active and influential placemaking professionals focused on strengthening community connection, environmental sustainability and economic viability in 21st century cities and towns.
Already setting itself apart with the Springer Opera House, Flat Rock Studios, and more creative resources, Columbus is an exciting place for artists and musicians.
And the winner is…
Warner Bros/Legendary Entertainment’s Dune: Part Two held strongly in its sophomore session at the international box office, adding $81M to handily cross the $200M overseas milestone, and reaching $367.5M globally.
Today, Georgia workers—and students—can pursue training and highly desirable, well-paying jobs that keep intellectual property and talent in the state. The tax credit fuels thousands of jobs for hardworking Georgians.
She was offered her first film opportunity in the TV series “Tales” as an intern, and after just one month, her hard work ethic allowed her to move up from being a Set Dresser to an Art Coordinator.
UK-qualifying films budgeted up to £15m will now receive tax relief of 40% following the introduction of the long-awaited ’indie tax credit’ aimed at reinvigorating the homegrown production sector.
The South Georgia Film Festival announced its 2024 award winners and additional screenings.
Cxmmunity has purchased a 15% stake in Trap Sushi, uniting two burgeoning local Black-owned media companies.
The stars of the AppleTV show, Manhunt, Brandon Flynn (13 Reasons Why and Scream VI) and Hamish Linklater (The Big Short and Fantastic Four) caught up with Georgia Entertainment at SCADTV Fest to discuss their experience shooting in Savannah.
Coming in ahead of projections following a strong Saturday, Warner Bros/Legendary Entertainment’s Dune: Part Two has stormed to a $178.5M global opening.
As the picturesque beaches, historic landmarks and charming communities continue to attract visitors and investors, the future looks bright for the creative sector and the businesses that choose to tap into the coastal market.
Netflix’s plans to build a $903 million production studio complex at the former Fort Monmouth army base got a key approval from a local board Wednesday.
Behind the scenes: The BET+ drama is directed by Armani Ortiz, who worked behind the camera for Tyler Perry’s 2023 documentary, ” Maxine’s Baby .”
The visual effects house, which offers a mix of on-set VFX, compositing, effects simulations, environment creation and much more, and has work in recent Star Wars series and currently Master of the Air, streaming on AppleTV+, is expanding to a second location in Georgia, just outside of Atlanta in Alpharetta.
Campers will have the opportunity to become immersed in hands-on training in screenwriting, filmmaking and post-production.
In conversation with Daniel Blackman, Walker shared insights from his experience in business and entertainment, as well as advice for newcomers beginning their careers in the industry.
101 Studios was founded in 2018 by industry titans David Glasser, David Hutkin, and Marvin Peart. While the pre production plot unfolds for this production, 101 Studios has boots on the ground in Georgia and a full slate of projects looking for homes.
The Georgia film industry has created billions of dollars in economic impact and thousands of jobs for Georgians across the state. When HB 1180 was discussed and passed on the House floor today, Georgia House legislators vocalized their desire to create a long-term sustainable relationship with the film industry and continue to support the growth of this homegrown Georgia industry.
Filmmaker Choice Skinner is nominated for an NAACP Image Award in the category of Outstanding Breakthrough Creative. The 55th annual awards will be announced during the Los Angeles ceremony on March 16th and broadcast live on BET and CBS.
SCAD is proud to announce the contributions of 158 alumni and current students who have contributed their talents to films nominated for the 96th Academy Awards®.
“We have become seen as second only to Hollywood, in terms of film production in the U.S.,” says David Sutherland, a professor at UGA’s Terry College of Business.
His accolades include two Grammy nominations, collaborations with world-renowned musical artists, and the founding of his own production company, Morettiman Music.
Virtual Advocacy Day to Push State’s First Georgia Music Office Before Thursday Deadline
Listening room and wine bar Commune ATL, owned by Zopari Kristjanson and music producer and DJ Chris Devoe, will open in late April at Olive and Pine in Avondale Estates.
Starting out as a Production Assistant (P.A.) then rising the ranks to become a First Assistant Director (1st. A.D.), she has experienced the abundance of opportunity within the Georgia industry.
Paramount’s Bob Marley: One Love continued to sing sweet tunes in its sophomore session, adding $15M from 59 international box office markets
With an estimated 2,252 crew, 598 cast, and 16,800 background performers poised to work across a combined 579 filming days, these projects will provide a substantial boost to local employment and economic activity.
The second annual Women in Entertainment Event will be held on International Women’s Day at Hotel Tybee. RSVP is now open.
From 2pm-5pm, the Center for Puppetry Arts will host a marketplace of cartoonists selling their art and drawing caricatures.
The event marked the intersection of Georgia’s entertainment renaissance and inclusive philanthropy, with meaningful conversations through the convergence of state legislators, industry leaders and influencers.
In the fourth quarter, NBCUniversal completed its initial move-in activities and began its lease with us for the soundstages, offices, warehouses, mill spaces, parking and related facilities in our Assembly Studios real estate complex located in the Atlanta metro area.
The Creative Coast has announced the Startup Stage finalists that will pitch their companies at GRIT, Savannah’s two-day innovation conference.
Now officially rebranded as SIGNIFY TV, the organization will continue to support marginalized creators while providing positive changes in the representation of Black women in film and television.
After cutting her teeth in Los Angeles, where she helped pass legislation to create a fund for artists working in small theatres (Senate Bill SB1116), she relocated to Georgia to assist the genesis of Story Mill Entertainment.
This event is expected to draw individuals from various backgrounds, including music enthusiasts, educators, and community leaders, who will come together to celebrate Speech’s indelible mark on hip-hop and society at large.
“Being told that it can do all of these things is one thing, but actually seeing the capabilities, it was mind-blowing,” he said in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter on Thursday, noting that his productions might not have to travel to locations or build sets with the assistance of the technology.
This year’s shows will shine bright with the addition of stars of stage and screen including Tituss Burgess (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt and “Moulin Rouge”), Solea Pfeiffer (“Hadestown” and “Almost Famous”), and Brandon Victor Dixon (“Hamilton” and NBC’s “Jesus Christ Superstar”).
“Within the first 30 minutes of the first day, we were humming. It was amazing,” said Barbara Zagrodnik, first assistant director.
A Georgia House subcommittee left unchanged a cap on tax credits that can be transferred each year as pols tinker with the 15-year old film and television production incentives prized by the industry that have transformed the state into a major player in the entertainment economy.
Latinas in Media Atlanta is excited to be asked again to lead in organizing a Latine Filmmakers Panel in collaboration with Latinas in Media Atlanta and the Atlanta Film Festival.
Maria’s inspiring journey serves as a testament to the determination and dedication required to turn dreams into reality.
This is an opportunity for the community to come together for a powerful cinematic experience followed by an insightful panel discussion connecting the movie to local history and present day significance.
Please join AGG Entertainment & Sports co-chair Beth Moore and AGG Tax of counsel Hanish Patel, along with Ben Zachariah, director of tax credit investments at Monarch Private Capital, for a complimentary webinar exploring how Georgia taxpayers can benefit from both generating film tax credits and purchasing or selling such tax credits.
Chosen from 1,555 total submissions, the following 80 feature film screenplays, 42 pilots, and 32 shorts represent the top 10% of all entries.
“Our film tax credit has been very, very successful for Georgia,” House Speaker Jon Burns, R-Newington, said Feb. 7 during a news conference unveiling the bill.
Since its founding in 2015, the GFA has bolstered the state’s creative economy by training Georgians for work in production, game development, digital entertainment, and more.
With many states and countries competing for their part of the content creation sector, Georgia is in an enviable position. Georgia’s smart policy decisions have allowed our state to eclipse previous booming entertainment centers like Florida, Louisiana and North Carolina.
The 2024 South & Appalachia Creative Placemaking Summit will be held in Atlanta, GA March 5-8, 2024. Space is limited. Registration is now open.
The worst reviewed superhero movie in some time, Sony/Marvel’s Madame Web, (13%; even lower than Sony’s Morbius which did 15%), miraculously kept at the top of its weekend projections despite the fact that that’s not something to boast about.
“As a lifelong Disney fan, having the iconic Aladdin voice actors at MomoCon fills my heart with absolute joy,” said Jess Merriman
Act for a Change is searching for writers and directors for our August show “Bridges over Barriers.”
To kickoff Georgia Entertainment’s Thought Leadership Series, Blackman sat down with Founder and CEO Randy Davidson to share moments that have been impactful to his career and detail Georgia’s relationship to Diversity in entertainment.
“Reel Connections” offers a platform for dialogue and recognition, showcasing the achievements of Black filmmakers and media professionals and their invaluable role in the advertising and entertainment landscape.
Atlanta’s Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame revealed his emblem, and Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens bestowed him with the city’s highest honor, the Phoenix Award.
As an Augusta-born creative, he shares a unique perspective on why the city is great for filmmaking.
These events connect entertainment professionals, artists and local businesses in Dunwoody, the Atlanta Perimeter, Georgia and beyond.
In 2023, Mercedes-Benz Stadium hosted its biggest year of concerts ever with multiple dates from Beyoncé, Swift, Ed Sheeran, Karol G, Grupo Firme and George Strait.