Atlanta's Film Industry Struggles: A Tale of Hardship and Hope
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Atlantas film industry, once thriving, now faces a downturn, leaving workers like Chris Ratledge, a digital imaging technician, struggling on food stamps. Production spending has plummeted, with projects dropping from 412 to 245. Hollywood strikes and COVID effects pushed studios overseas. Crew members like Ratledge and location scout Jen Farris are hurting, dealing with job gaps and financial struggles. However, efforts are underway to rebuild the talent pool, with Shadowbox Studios offering free training and veterans mentoring newbies. Officials see hope in expanded tax breaks, aiming to attract indie projects and overseas returnees, betting on Atlantas crews and stages to draw work back.
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