Oliver Diego Silva, Ollie to his friends, was cast as young Clark Kent in “Superman: Legacy” when he was just three-years-old.
A delegation of Georgia leaders—including the Department of Economic Development, the Department of Revenue, GSEC, MPA and representatives from cities like Savannah, Macon, and Columbus—met face-to-face with studio executives, producers, and accountants to address recent updates to Georgia’s tax credit auditing and submission process.
After a year of construction, Atlanta’s Alliance Theatre is unveiling its new Goizueta Stage for Youth & Families in the new year with a trio of musicals.
The first weekend of August has The Fantastic Four: First Steps at $11.7M million on Friday for a $40M second sesh, and $198.4M running cume. That’s a 66% decline in the vicinity of Captain America: Brave New World (-68%), but harder than Thunderbolts* (-56%) which indicates the front-loaded rush to Marvel’s first family.
From ancient cave paintings depicting wrestling and foot races, to today’s immersive fan experiences, the bond between sports, arts and entertainment has been enduring and transformative. In Georgia, this relationship has evolved into a dynamic ecosystem where creativity, commerce and community intersect.
Private investment platform Zello has acquired lighting and grip rental firm Cinelease, the company announced Friday. Cinelease had previously been run by Herc Rentals (NYSE: HRI). As part of the deal, Cinelease will operate as a standalone, privately-held company and continue to be run by industry veterans Mark Lamberton, Chris Rogers and Gannon Murphy.
“Cinelease is built on trust—and a team that studios, crews, and producers have relied on for decades,” said Louis Dargenzio, CEO of Zello. “This acquisition is about honoring that legacy while leaning into the future. We believe in this team, we believe in this brand, and we believe in the entertainment industry. We’re excited to drive innovation and growth for our studio and production partners.”
Georgia Entertainment has announced plans to host programming during the 50th annual Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). The festival, which runs from Sept. 4 – 14, 2025, is one of the most influential film festivals in the world, attracting top-tier directors, producers, financiers and studio executives.
As the Museum of Contemporary Art of Georgia (MOCA GA) celebrates its 25th anniversary, we look back at the milestones that shaped its legacy—and what’s coming next.
Georgia’s long-running TV shows and streaming series have fueled steady industry growth by offering sometimes year-round and predictable work. In addition to serving as the location for some of the highest-grossing domestic blockbusters, being chosen as the home for so many highly rated and popular shows is a hallmark that sets Georgia apart.
Jessica E. Lindberg, Ph.D. is the Dean of Humanities at Georgia Highlands College and the Education Director for the Rome International Film Festival. She lives in Rome with her husband, youngest son and flock of yard chickens.
Georgia Entertainment today announced presenting partners, panel guests and special speakers for “The Creator’s Toolbox at Shadowbox.”
Still, that’s a steep Friday/previews to Saturday decline, which indicates the movie was front-loaded. Nobody was spotting that yesterday, the lowest was a $120M debut.
This past week, I had the opportunity to attend the National Speakers Association annual conference in Scottsdale, Arizona—an energizing gathering of thousands of professional speakers, authors, coaches, and thought leaders.
Rep. Gilliard is also excited to announce his fellow appointees to the commission, who will bring a wealth of experience in Savannah’s musical culture.
B.I.G. Entertainment Network, in partnership with Assembly Studios, announced THE B.I.G. SHOW an Entertainment Expo at Assembly Studios.
The historic Tara Atlanta hosts the daily screenings of the BronzeLens 2025 Official Film Selections and all panels from Wednesday, August 20, through Sunday, August 24. For the full list of 2025 BronzeLens Official Selections, visit Official Film Selections | Welcome to the 16th Annual BronzeLens Film Festival.
Entertainment mogul and longtime Atlantan Tyler Perry appears to finally be moving toward his goal of turning part of former U.S. Army base Fort McPherson into a mixed redevelopment designed to be public-accessible and a boon for surrounding neighborhoods. Plans adjacent to massive studio complex call for nearly 1.3M square feet of development.
Randy Davidson, founder and CEO of Georgia Entertainment, spoke with Ryan J. Dennis of Peach Pop 5! to discuss the launch of Georgia Entertainment’s newest event series, “Take One”.
The series was filmed entirely in Georgia, with a cast, crew, and homeowners who all proudly call Georgia home.
The newly launched Pullman Yards Arts & Film Residency is now accepting applications from visual artists, filmmakers, and interdisciplinary creators seeking to push boundaries and expand their practices in Atlanta.
The programme will deliver 23 World Premiere titles, spanning 30+ countries, including Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, India, New Zealand, Pakistan, Serbia, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, and Turkey, promising this year to be a truly unmissable moment to catch the international voices of the future.
Filmed in one take, the film wowed audiences not just with its technical ambition but with its richly drawn characters, razor-sharp wit, and throwback 1970s charm.
Founded by Renee’ Atkins, who will lead the summit, and supported by RMF Ambassador Emmanuel Lewis—best known for his role on the hit TV show Webster—the event is designed to empower emerging talent, spotlight cultural leaders, and provide unparalleled access to industry expertise.
The Peaberry Film Festival will return to the Historic Canton Theatre for its third consecutive year, running October 3–5, 2025. Formerly known as the Etowah Film Festival, Peaberry blends local, national, and international films to craft a cinematic experience where the only thing more captivating than the films themselves is the conversation they inspire.
The Galas and Special Presentations programmes are recognized for celebrating the very best of contemporary cinema across genres and styles, from all corners of the world. This year, TIFF is pleased to invite films from over 30 countries that showcase bold storytelling, global perspectives, and the power of film to connect audiences across cultures.
Our students experience what it’s like to work in their chosen fields long before they graduate, and that hands-on approach enriches their education and helps improve graduation rates by keeping them engaged and career-focused.
Funds awarded by Georgia Council for the Arts (GCA) include appropriations from the Georgia General Assembly and the National Endowment for the Arts. Grant recipients include theaters, dance companies, museums, schools, cities, colleges, and multi-discipline arts entities.
Warners has also had six movies open to No. 1 more than any other studio this year with nine weekend at No. 1. They’ve also had five movies in a row bow to $45M+, a first for any studio.
On my trip to St. Petersburg, Florida I met with executives involved with intellectual property and entertainment in this creative town. I left with a deeper appreciation for how creativity and economic resilience go hand in hand.
Feed Your Senses is sponsored by 100 Peachtree and is supported in part by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners, Georgia Council for the Arts and through appropriations from the Georgia General Assembly (a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts) and the City of Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs.
From the artists premiering their new works to the audiences connecting over a discovery, our stories on and off screen during each Festival are the ones we remember for a lifetime, the ones that shift culture and introduce fresh perspectives.
More than just addiction, Withdrawal is about honesty. It’s about what happens when you no longer have the strength to lie to yourself, or to anyone else.
TIFF is sharing the first five Special Presentation titles of its Official Selection set to have their World Premieres at the Festival’s 50th edition this September. These are: Alejandro Amenábar’s The Captive, Steven Soderbergh’s The Christophers, Sung-hyun Byun’s Good News, Nia DaCosta’s Hedda, and Chandler Levack’s Mile End Kicks.
Over 68 days of filming throughout the Greater Atlanta area, the production generated more than $82.7 million in economic activity. The high-flying film invested in 441 Georgia-based businesses and hired 3,861 cast and crew members, who earned more than $43.6 million in wages.
I think you have to be very emotionally aware to work in production, in the production office specifically. You have to be very emotionally intelligent to navigate a lot of these landscapes and understand people’s dynamics.
Last night, elected leaders and the industry convened for a VIP screening hosted by DC Studios and the Motion Picture Association. The Plaza was packed and the energy flowed through the audience as we heard from special guests before the film started. Of note, 60% of the post was done in Georgia by Company3. Over $3 million was spent on lodging and catering. Over $4 million of purchased lumber and building supplies. Nearly 4,000 local cast and crew worked on the feature film.
These programs support everything from creative practice and collaboration to infrastructure, accessibility, and emergency preparedness. Whether you’re an artist or an arts organization, there’s likely a program designed to support your work and your community.
This year, the Southern Interactive Entertainment & Games Expo (SIEGE), the largest videogame industry trade show in the south, also joins Games Week Georgia, with SIEGE education content for game developers being integrated within the Esports Summit event and included in the All-Access Pass.
Oliver is also no tiny stranger to a film set. “He’s very familiar with filming and he’s been on-set a lot,” says Young-Silva. But this new, mysterious role especially piqued the Silva family’s interest, because the casting company involved was big-time—Feldstein|Paris, one of the largest casting directors in the Southeast.
Jenee’ has led transformative legislative efforts in the areas of healthcare, biotechnology, clean energy, and economic development. Her ability to navigate complex policy landscapes and forge impactful coalitions has made her a respected force under the Gold Dome and beyond.
Southeast Indie Fest is making its debut bringing together 16 of the most dynamic indie bands from across the region for a genre-fluid celebration of sound, soul, and indie creativity. Set against the vibrant backdrop of The Garden Club at Wild Heaven in Atlanta, this year’s fest promises a weekend packed with discovery, community, and pure musical energy.
This sweeping biblical drama, directed by King Vidor and produced by Edward Small—a Georgia-raised trailblazer of early independent cinema—is the first in a film series dedicated to honoring his remarkable contributions to the entertainment industry.
By working with local organizations such as Floyd County, Alliance Theatre and Dad’s Garage, Trilith Institute aims to do more than simply teach its students; it also helps connect them with potential employers.
Festivalgoers can expect a curated lineup of narrative features, shorts, documentaries, animation, music videos, and more. Each screening block has been designed to reflect the energy and diversity of independent cinema today.
Warner Bros execs have every reason to be doing the Krypto doggie dance this morning as it’s the studio’s second $100M-plus opening this year after A Minecraft Movie ($162M).
The at-capacity event addressed recent legislative updates and streamlined audit procedures that enhanced Georgia’s film tax credit program, making it more accessible for filmmakers and content creators. Industry experts provided insights on navigating these incentives to help productions maximize benefits while maintaining compliance.
We wanted to show our love for it. It’s an amazing, iconic score, and we both were on board from the get-go. But, the challenge then, obviously, is when you have something that precious, let’s not overuse this. Let’s find the perfect moments, let’s be respectful.
“There hasn’t been anything like it on the south side of Atlanta, and really in Georgia as a whole,” Matt McClain said. McClain is the executive director of Trilith Live, the newest addition to the Town of Trilith.
Ray McKinnon, the film’s writer, director and lead actor will join co-lead Eddie King in attending the screening. An intimate Q&A with McKinnon and King, moderated by their friend and fellow Georgia actor Jayson Warner Smith, will follow.
Trilith Institute is reminding the community that Sketchy Business ATL, a one-night-only comedy showcase and fundraiser, is coming up this Friday, July 18 from 7–9 p.m. at Town Stage at Trilith and it now includes a silent auction packed with exclusive experiences and local favorites.
Discover Dunwoody is proud to recognize Carly Schoepflin as the July recipient of the Distinguished Production Associate Recognition Program, an initiative designed to shine a spotlight on the unsung heroes of the film and entertainment industry.
Scheduled to take place from September 16–18, 2025, in Lagos, Nigeria, AFFF is shaping the roadmap for a $20 billion Pan-African film economy, rooted in storytelling, powered by finance, and scaled through industry.
Shadowbox Studios will open its doors to creators, producers, and entertainment leaders on Aug. 6 for “The Creator’s Toolbox” — an exclusive event designed to spotlight the evolving role of production spaces in today’s dynamic creative economy.
Host James Tsismanakis explores the unexpected intersection of creativity and professional soccer with two Atlanta-area entrepreneurs who are making waves in both industries.
For a rising filmmaker with a short to market, few honors are more important than being named a Vimeo Staff Pick. Georgia-based Elisa Logan and Brando Ross served as executive producers on the short.
The project is expected to create hundreds of jobs and attract a mix of touring artists, television productions, live events and conventions. It also expands Fayette County’s capacity to host large-scale creative entertainment programming.
“Being a part of Atlanta’s Out On Film is a huge honor, but on top of that having ‘Exit Interviews’ as the first film announced for this year‘s festival is absolutely humbling,” said Writer/Director/EP Garrett Abdo. “I envisioned the film as a mirror—but not a cold one, rather the kind that shows not only our scars but our softness.
They describe their sound as “garage rock,” and it couldn’t be more fitting. “Ghost of the Mantis” is gritty and rough around the edges, just like the underground rock scene that shaped them.
Georgia is quickly establishing itself as a global hub for creative industries, attracting talent and opportunities across a broad spectrum of artistic fields. To thrive in the arts, it was once considered essential to move to cities like New York or Los Angeles, but creative professionals now find Georgia to be a major player, with a rapidly expanding workforce in film, music, digital media and more.
Since Georgia instituted its film tax credit in 2005 and expanded it in 2008, the state has emerged as the top film and TV production hub in the U.S. outside California and New York.
This trip was not simply a delegation—it was a declaration. Our group is committed to supporting, co-creating, and building with the extraordinary people we met. This journey has only just begun, and we hope it leads to a formal co-production agreement between Georgia and Israel.
The discussion explores the importance of funding local projects, retaining homegrown talent, and leveraging Georgia’s powerful creative incentives.
Trilith Institute, the nonprofit dedicated to developing Georgia’s next generation of storytellers, has opened enrollment for its Fall 2025 Professional Education (Pro Ed) courses beginning August 11.
Sony/Marvel’s Spider-Man: Far From Home throws a monkey wrench into the record books with a Tuesday launch, and 6-day of $185M (Wednesday through Sunday of $145.8M). With a big $39.3M Tuesday backed out of Spidey, the Dinos are higher over the Wednesday through Sunday frame.
Drawing from GSU Library’s renowned vinyl archive of more than 50,000 records, students learned how to “sample the archives” to create original music. They were guided through the entire process of sampling, songwriting, and recording.
Mila Harris has appeared in nearly a dozen feature films, alongside screen greats such as Dennis Haysbert and Colin Ford. And there’s more to come for the young performer. Harris’s next release is the sci-fi film World Breaker.
Unlike a traditional film school—such as UCLA’s film program and others—GFA is a statewide training program that helps prepare people for jobs in Georgia’s growing film and entertainment industry. It works with more than 30 colleges and universities across Georgia, including public universities, technical colleges and private schools, providing expert instructors and a shared curriculum.
Unlike most talking head interviews, Stern is not off camera, but sitting on a couch with Matlin. Stern, who is also deaf, speaks with Matlin in American Sign Language. This means that long stretches of the film play in complete silence, giving hearing audiences a peek into the experience of someone with different capabilities.
In the spirit of plot-twisting classics like “Fight Club” and “The Game,” “Life of Mike” is a layered, 90-minute, edge-of-your-seat stunner with nuanced acting and Halliman’s dynamic script and lens.
The Assembly training facility is expected to open on Aug. 18. While GFA has other training facilities around the state, their main hub is Trilith Studios in Fayetteville.
It’s Not Like That follows Lori (Hayes), who is freshly divorced with two teens. Malcolm’s (Foley) a minister and recently widowed dad of three. Their families once did everything together, but now Lori and Malcolm must navigate their newly minted singledom, parenthood and the complexities of Malcolm being a modern-day minister.
“I’ve had this dream. I’ve had this vision. There’s this building momentum to create a permanent and sustainable alternative to Los Angeles,” says Stepakoff, the president of the nonprofit Trilith Institute in the same Fayetteville development as Trilith Studios.
Since he began at Forsyth County Schools 20 years ago, Walkup has taught at every level – elementary, middle school and high school. He found like-minded educators and dreamers at the middle school level. At Otwell Middle School, Principal Precilla Saint-Jean and Educational Technology Coach David Miller helped him turn the seed of students’ broadcast and film career dreams into an educational reality.
F1 has inspired audiences around the globe with its underdog story and perfect blend of high-octane racing and human-centered storytelling. The film’s outstanding debut reflects both the excitement of Formula 1 and the deeply emotional and entertaining story crafted by the entire cast and creative team.
Georgia Entertainment partnered with SET the Show to host a premier industry event spotlighting the state’s production infrastructure and creative economy. Presenting and supporting partners, Discover Dekalb, Enterprise, Hyatt, Sonesta and IHG participated in a curated experience bringing together top entertainment buyers, executives, and creators from around the world to see firsthand why Georgia continues to rise as a global content hub.
Kahn brings to his new role more than two decades of theater management experience in a variety of company leadership and stage management positions, playing a key part in developing world premiere works that transferred to Broadway and beyond.
This marks the second collaboration between the organizations, building on their successful partnership for the 2025 issue. Strategically aligned with Atlanta’s role as a host city for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the upcoming issue of the Creative Economy Journal will delve into the dynamic convergence of sports, entertainment and creativity.
The newly established award celebrates an individual whose work has strengthened the cultural fabric of the region, actively advocated for the arts, and demonstrated a lasting commitment to advancing Atlanta’s creative community.
Marvel’s “Ironheart” premiered June 24, 2025 on Disney+ and stars Dominique Thorne as Ironheart. Much of the series was filmed at Trilith Studios in Fayetteville, GA.
Building on the “Rituals We Share” series, these PSAs leverage the star power of local sports heroes to show fans how taking care of their minds sets them up to succeed in life.
Look for “American Deadbolt” in an art house theater near you, as it now goes on tour around Georgia as part of the new “Filmed in Georgia” initiative. The initiative is recognizing the work of independent films written, produced, staffed and funded in Georgia.
Today, the fashion, seafood harvesting, and philanthropic worlds collide at the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) in Atlanta for the Haddie Kicks Auction—a one-of-a-kind event celebrating the viral fame of Haddie, a 1-in-100-million “Cotton Candy” lobster discovered off the coast of Portland, Maine.
Following a sold-out red carpet premiere on May 24th that left audiences laughing, crying, and craving more, the heartfelt dramedy Going Postal is back for one last pilot episode screening.
Georgia Entertainment today announced presenting partners, panel guests and special speakers for “Take One – Georgia’s Film and Post-Production Industry: Accounting, Tax Credits and Auditing.” The Take One event series addresses emerging technologies, policies and trends shaping Georgia’s entertainment industry.
The Jimbo Productions team is proud to have filmed over half of the principal photography in Savannah, Georgia, in addition to one unit in Matison’s hometown of Morgan City, Louisiana, where this iconic story took place almost 100 years prior.
The deluge of AI posts, demos, commentary, and panic is omnipresent. Every feed I open, every conversation at an event, someone is making predictions or asking where all of this goes.
Kudos for Sony in their support and passion to re-energize a dormant cult British zombie franchise in Danny Boyle’s 28 Years Later and Disney/Pixar in their relentless attempts to try and breakthrough with expensive original fare, that being the $150M Elio.
A southern gothic true-crime, “Ada and the Doc” recounts the untold true story of Ada LeBoeuf, who, in 1929, became the first woman to be executed by the state of Louisiana.
Stephen Wong has been a part of the Pixar team since the days of “Ratatouille.” Now, the Dunwoody native’s animation work can be seen in the new film “Elio.”
There’s a cool kind of hot going around right now—with plenty of action in TV filming all around metro Atlanta, including Dunwoody.
The civil complaint, filed June 13 in Los Angeles Superior Court, names Perry, his production companies TPS Production Services and And Action LLC, and 50 unnamed defendants.
Locally produced television series “Going Postal” is set to pack the National Infantry Museum’s IMAX theater for a second sold-out public screening, highlighting the growing independent film scene in Columbus.
The Georgia Film Academy’s vision was simple: to provide students with hands-on, industry-relevant training that would put them directly in touch with the professionals and experiences they need to succeed.
The Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) is proud to announce that Film and Television Chair DW Moffett was honored with the prestigious Governors Award at the 2025 Southeast Emmy® Awards in Atlanta, Georgia. on June 14.
The Art of Movie Making Film Festival (TAMMFF) brings its Regional Summit to Atlanta from June 20–22, with a program focused entirely on the creatives who make movies, TV, and game video happen—but never walk the red carpet.
The Georgia Film Academy (GFA) today announced a major partnership with Assembly Studios, bringing world-class film production education and workforce training to a new, state-of-the-art facility adjacent to the Assembly Atlanta campus.
As a first timer to the Tribeca Festival, it was extremely enlightening. I was there to take meetings and also explore whether we should activate events at Tribeca like we do at Cannes, SXSW, TIFF and Sundance.
It’s a healthy enough Father’s Day weekend with all movies doing around $155M, and though down from last year’s massive near $214M (that was due to Pixar’s Inside Out 2), we’re 14% ahead of the pre-COVID 2019 Poppa holiday frame which did $135.9M (when Sony’s Men in Black: International was leading).
Georgia Film Academy (GFA) and Assembly Studios are opening a new 32,000-square-foot workforce training facility adjacent to the Assembly Atlanta studio complex in Doraville.