The Columbus Film Office is proud to announce the continuation and expansion of its Local Filmmaker Grant Program (LFMGP) for 2026. The program, designed to nurture local talent and support independent filmmakers in the Chattahoochee Valley, has demonstrated significant success in its inaugural year, fostering creative projects that showcase the region’s storytelling talent and production capabilities.

Today, Netflix, Inc. and Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD) announced they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Netflix will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.

Georgia Entertainment has announced plans to hold its signature “From Script to Screen” event series at the 42nd annual Sundance Film Festival to spotlight the state’s resources, infrastructure, world-class studio facilities and incentives.

Luse’s perspective offers valuable insight into both the practical realities of building a production career in Georgia and the broader shifts that have made the state an indispensable part of the modern entertainment industry.

Intellectual Property (IP) plays a significant role in the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of the US. In fact, the U.S Patent and Trademark Office found that IP-intensive industries accounted for over 38% of total US GDP.  As a part of this significant portion of US GDP, IP plays a crucial role in the creative economy.

The morning program will feature a spotlight on the Trilith Foundation’s initiatives in mental health and wellness for production professionals, followed by a fireside-style conversation between film and music executives from Nashville and Atlanta. The event continues Georgia Entertainment’s mission to build bridges among creative communities through its Signature 100, an annual gathering of the state’s most influential entertainment and economic leaders.