EUE/Screen Gems Studios Urges N.C. Lawmakers to Increase Film Incentive to 25 Percent

Stinging from last week’s loss of a Walt Disney Pictures’ film to Georgia, film studio executives in North Carolina call for competitive restructuring to reinvigorate the state’s film industry. Wilmington, N.C. (Apr. 17, 2009) – EUE/Screen Gems Studios in Wilmington, N.C. is urging North Carolina lawmakers to increase the film incentive from 15 to 25 [...]

A Snapshot of Losses: The Ripple Effect

This Walt Disney Pictures loss offers a compelling snapshot of losses to Wilmington, the region and North Carolina. Consider these scenarios: •    Car rental companies, hotels, rental homes, hardware stores, insurance agencies, heavy machinery operators and others consistently benefit from a company’s film spend. •    Local restaurants and catering firms, food suppliers, delivery and drivers [...]