Why has Georgia seen a boom in the movie and television industry in the last 20 years?

William Hatcher, PhD, MPA

William Hatcher, PhD, MPA

Chair of the Department of Social Sciences

The main reason is tax incentives. That was a very targeted tax incentive that had a positive effect. Georgia basically said you produce your movies and films here, but there are certain rules to follow, such as having a certain percentage of your workforce be local, you'll receive those tax incentivies.