The Boom

Shay Bentley Griffin on laying the groundwork


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Shay Bentley Griffin is one of those people in the industry who can say they helped make the Georgia’s film and TV industry what it is today. From casting on early shows like “I’ll Fly Away,” to working to create the film tax credit, Shay never gave up on making the state a viable location for a film or TV production. She talks about the early days of film and TV in Georgia, why she decided to stay, and what needs to happen next for Georgia’s industry to remain successful.

 

Plus, the Georgia state House of Representatives passed HB 1180, which would make changes to the film tax credit if passed into law. The bill now heads to the state Senate.

 

Mentioned this episode:

FX’s “English Teacher

SNL 1975

BronzeLens Film Festival’s 2024 Women Superstar Honorees

Tyler Perry’s “Mea Culpa” and comments about AI in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter.

 

This episode of The Boom was produced by Kevin Rinker and Jewel Wicker. Additional production and editing by Scotty Crowe. Original music by Matt Owen.

 

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