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Georgia film renaissance | Lee Thomas | TEDxAtlanta

3,235 views · Published 8 May 2015 · 12:24 · Indexed 22 September 2026

Channel: TEDx Talks · 2015 · Nonprofits & Activism

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Georgia’s fast-growing film production industry is an engine for positive impact. Y’allywood has brought millions to our state’s economy and, along with it, a demand for Georgia craftspeople.

Lee Thomas is creating opportunities for Georgians and communities while entertaining the world.

With generous tax credits as a driving force, the Georgia film and television industry has hit the big time. By any number of measures—productions, spend, jobs added—the success of what many call “Y’allywood” is unprecedented. Lee has helped to drive that growth with programs and initiatives that connect and develop Georgia craftsman and skills to opportunity, helping them participate in the State’s fastest growing economic engine.

This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx

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