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curbthemeplays OP t1_j24rwng wrote

Reply to comment by silasmoeckel in Netflix to build massive studio in NJ. What about CT? by curbthemeplays

So many other production hubs have developed without the feeder businesses over the years with the right incentives, and most importantly, a state that understands how to aggressively attract the right players.

Georgia, New Orleans, Austin, and many many others: https://www.moviemaker.com/best-places-to-live-and-work-as-a-moviemaker-in-2022/amp/

I do think it’s part NIMBYism, part not having a clue about the business. I’ve worked on many multi million dollar productions and not once has CT ever been in the conversation as a shooting location, despite the tax benefits.

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silasmoeckel t1_j24wc1n wrote

Look at that list none of those places realy resemble CT big or small. Closest we have is New Haven and thats a lot more theater centric rather than TV/Movies with nothing big enough to support a major push. NJ is close enough to NYC that talent and techs are readily available.

Could we spend a lot of money to try and get this sure but I dont think it's a good way to spend money. We need to work to our strengths rather than try and force things.

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