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How Can the Film and Entertainment Industry Boost Florida's Economy?

  • Production is a revenue generator with a 7-to-1 return on investment; stimulating economic recovery including international funds.
  • The industry is camera ready and can provide immediate job creation.
  • The industry helps market the state and promote tourism.

Florida Media and Entertainment Fast Facts.

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Film Florida Legends 2009

More than 250 film industry professionals along with Film Florida celebated the Film Florida 2009 Legends Awards on June 23 at Colony Theatre in Miami Beach. Errol Falcon, William Grefe, Michelle Marx and Michael McGowan, Sr. (posthumous) were honored, and TigerLily Media's documentary film Thespians was named as first recipient of the organization's Don Davis Film Finishing Fund.

The Legend award – launched in 2006 – honors Sunshine State pioneers in the film, television and production industry.

Don Davis Film Finishing Fund

Looking for funds to finish your masterpiece? The Don Davis Film Finishing Fund annually provides cash and in-kind production services to deserving filmmakers needing help to complete their film projects. Click here for info.

Scholarships

Film Florida is delighted to announce the creation of the Sara Fuller Student Scholarship in recognition of organizations that support Film Education.

Florida Incentives

Check out The Governor's Office of Film & Entertainment for information on all of the incentives and grants offered in the state of Florida.

Florida Legends 2009

Film Florida announced today that Errol Falcon, William Grefe, Michelle Marx and Michael McGowan, Sr. (posthumous) have been unveiled as the 2009 Legend Award recipients. They will be honored at the Legend Awards event on Tuesday, June 23rd from 6:30 - 10:00 p.m. at The Colony Theatre at 1040 Lincoln Road in Miami Beach. For info, click here.