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Report: Maine’s film industry added $64M to state economy
A new report says the Maine film and video production industry has provided a $64 million boost to the state’s economy in a single year.
The Maine Film Association this week released the report, which is based on findings from a 2019 statewide survey, conducted by the group and University of Maine School of Economics Professor Todd Gabe.
Stories From The Wild: YETI Film Tour Headed to Maine
The YETI Film Tour is coming to The Depot at Thompson’s Point in Portland Wednesday 6/22 at 8pm.
The films chase storms and legacies, myths and miles. Join us for special guest appearances, YETI gear giveaways, and seven new films in one epic night of storytelling. And we’re proud to say all proceeds from this film tour will go toward preserving our wild places through our conservation partners.
A complimentary piece of YETI Drinkware, fueled by TINCUP Whiskey is included in the price of your ticket. Pick yours up when you arrive at the event location then use it everywhere you go after.
Where Do Actors Live While Filming?
Filming a movie or TV show can take a long time. According to cinematographer Margaret Kurniawan, “One or two script pages will take a whole day to film.” The longer the script, the longer actors are away from home.
Actors who are filming on location can be away for days, weeks, or months at a time, meaning they need a temporary place to call home. From lavish villas to economical trailers, there is a wide range of places actors can live while filming.
‘Rust’ Fallout: Unions and Studios at Odds Over Firearm Rules
Hollywood unions and entertainment studios both support doing something to tighten firearms safety rules in the wake of the “Rust” shooting.
The studio and union bills each include provisions for armorer certification, which is not currently required. But the two sides don’t agree about much else.
Tourism council awards $2K to Maine Film Center
Kennebec Valley Tourism Council has awarded $2,000 in sponsorship support funds to the Maine Film Center for the 25th Maine International Film Festival.
This funding aims to assist in the growth of tourism in Maine’s Kennebec Valley and produce a positive economic impact on the region, according to a news release from the council.
