SOUTH FILM INCENTIVES

THE REGION FEATURES ENTICING INCENTIVES AND A RICH VARIETY OF BACKDROPS FOR YOUR NEXT PROJECT

From sweeping romantic dramas to a zombie apocalypse, the South has provided settings for thousands of Hollywood stories for over a century. The states in this

Alabama

The presence of Talladega Superspeedway, the white sand beaches near Mobile and the beautiful ocean views of Dauphin Island have lured filmmakers to this state since Universal used the famous Old Monroeville County Courthouse for To Kill a Mockingbird. Recent projects have region offer a variety of tax rebates, many soft incentives and a wealth of local, unionized talent that will ensure an unforgettable final project. included Antonio Campos’ Devil All the Time, Ava DuVernay’s Selma and the Stephen King thriller Gerald’s Game. With a comprehensive production directory and location catalogue, the Alabama Film Office is an excellent resources and has advocated for even more attractive incentives to appeal to producers.

Incentive Type Non-Transferable Refundable Tax Credit

Incentive Amount 35% (residents), 25% (nonresidents)

Minimum Spend $500,000

Bonus N/A

Audit Requirements CPA audit required

Application Application and $100 application fee must be received no later than 30 days before production starts

Home to the acclaimed Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival, rolling Ozark hills and striking cityscapes, the Natural State has attracted high-profile projects such as the Matthew McConaughey drama Mud and the third season of True Detective. The state offers a healthy pool of local talent thanks to growing programs at John Brown University, SAU Tech and the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and relatively underutilized outdoor locations that make it easy to distinguish your next project.