MPAA says not extending film incentives already hurting NC
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Major film and television series producers are warning the state could lose thousands of jobs and millions of dollars it does not extend tax incentives set to expire next year....
View Article‘Iron Man 3’ Oscar nod good for Hollywood East
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The film industry plays a vital role here in Hollywood East, and there is overwhelming support for “Iron Man 3.” The film was shot in our area and was nominated today for one...
View ArticleIndustry leaders discuss future of Hollywood East
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Hollywood East is riding a wave of momentum after consecutive banner years, but industry leaders say without help it could soon come to an abrupt halt despite all of the...
View ArticleFilm industry donates thousands to local schools
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — More than an estimated $40,000 has been donated to New Hanover County Schools since March from film productions that used the schools as locations. Action movie “Max Steel”...
View ArticleUnused funds returned to NC Film Grant program
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Four million dollars is back in the pot for the NC Film Grant. Wilmington Regional Film Commissioner , Johnny Griffin, wrote a letter saying the money is part of unused funds...
View ArticleLights, camera, action! Could Hollywood East be back?
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Wilmington is making a name on the call back sheet and film leaders are hopeful Hollywood East will become a star, again. With a $34-million film grant in the pot this year,...
View ArticleFilm commission director says entire state benefits from thriving film industry
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The film industry has been a mainstay in the Wilmington economy since the early 1980s churning out a number of feature films, TV series, independent productions and more. The...
View Article‘Swamp Thing’ could spend $85 million in Wilmington area
WILMINGTON, NC (Star News) — Two television projects and a new independent film could spend upward of $100 million in the Port City this year — and there’s a chance that figure could swell. Johnny...
View ArticleTwo new pilots on horizon for Wilmington film industry
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The film industry is on an upward climb in the Cape Fear region. Two new pilots are reportedly in pre-production here in Wilmington. “We’re in a real good position right now,”...
View ArticleWilmington film industry sees strong 2020 despite pandemic
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, 2020 has been a good year for the film industry in North Carolina and in Wilmington specifically. After a strong start to the year, the film...
View ArticleFilm productions line up for Wilmington as 2021 looks to be action packed
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Our area has been known as “Hollywood East” for years now, and lately the action is bigger than it has been in ages. “The interest is just extremely strong right now,”...
View ArticleCape Fear area leaders pushing for more grant money as film industry booms
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — After a few slow years in Hollywood East, the lights, cameras, and action are back. “This year, all indications are that this will probably be about the best year we’ve had in...
View ArticleWilmington film industry booming, but lacking in extras
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The film industry is breaking records in 2021, both in North Carolina as a whole and in Wilmington specifically. However, the industry is currently struggling in one area....
View ArticleWarehouse and office space in demand as film industry booms in the Cape Fear
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) – Wilmington is living up to its name as “Hollywood East” with more than a half dozen films currently in various stages of production. As of Monday, there were five productions...
View ArticleNC state budget for 2022 fiscal year highlights incentives for the film industry
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — After a strong year in North Carolina, the state budget is presenting incentives that are changing for film makers. The new state budget for the next fiscal year changes the...
View ArticleWilmington film industry on track for a strong year
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Wilmington Regional Film Commission says the film industry in the area is booming, more than halfway through the year. Nearly a year ago, Governor Roy Cooper visited...
View ArticleWilmington film industry looking forward to busy 2023
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) – The film industry generates millions in revenue for southeastern North Carolina every year. Wilmington regional film commission director Johnny Griffin says while 2022 was...
View ArticleWilmington ranks second on list of small cities to live, work as a moviemaker
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Wilmington Regional Film Commission, Inc. says Wilmington has been ranked number two for small cities and towns on MovieMaker’s list of the Best Places to Live and Work as...
View ArticleBill Proposes Expansion to N.C’s Film and Entertainment Grant
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A bill introduced in the North Carolina House that proposes an expansion to the state’s film and entertainment grant, could benefit surrounding counties that hope to get more...
View ArticleWilmington still feeling the impact from the Writer’s Strike
NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — It’s been just over two months since the Writer’s Guild of America went on strike — grinding T.V. and movie production to a halt. Since film and T.V. production are...
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