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"I think we all did. I was the AD on this film, and I think the director tanked it after about 4 days of shooting."
Michael J Roberts commented on Michael J Roberts's blog post Louisiana bumps TAX CREDIT to 30 and makes it Permanent.
Sheila Brothers commented on Michael J Roberts's blog post Louisiana bumps TAX CREDIT to 30 and makes it Permanent."Can you share a link where found this info, I know a bill was put into place, but I see nothing in news that comfirms it...thanx!"
Michael J Roberts commented on heath franklin's blog post updates"Good luck with everything Heath! Sounds like things are coming along!"
Michael J Roberts posted a blog postLouisiana bumps TAX CREDIT to 30 and makes it Permanent.
As of 7:30am this morning, it was announced that Louisiana made their tax credits permanent, with no expiration clause.In the fall, their tax credit will rise to 30% from 25%.So again North Carolina will fall behind in the tax wars, seeing that we were fighting for 25% and before it even gets approved, other states are already advancing even higher.As of RIGHT THIS MOMENT, there are 18 movies/tv shows in pre-production, production, and post production in Louisiana.A producer in Michigan has…See More
Michael J Roberts replied to Jeff Hidek's discussion Incentives"To quote the Star News...
"The head of the North Carolina Film Office, Aaron Syrett, said he received a call from Disney Thursday explaining that Georgia offered more lucrative incentives to shoot there. North Carolina offered a 15 percent…"
Michael J Roberts replied to Jeff Hidek's discussion Incentives"PS
The production/crew guide for Louisiana, Georgia, and Michigan......
each have over 100 more qualified people available for staffing up a crew. OVER 100 PEOPLE IN EACH STATE MORE THAN NC........
so the crew base isnt what it used to be."
Michael J Roberts replied to Jeff Hidek's discussion Incentives"Whats embarrassing is people thinking that the 25% alone is going to save the film industry here.
Sure having 25% will help, but its STILL lower. It has salary caps that would disqualify name actor's salaries, and ultimately still prevent…"
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Posted on July 24, 2010 at 8:25pm
Louisiana bumps TAX CREDIT to 30 and makes it Permanent.
As of 7:30am this morning, it was announced that Louisiana made their tax credits permanent, with no expiration clause.
In the fall, their tax credit will rise to 30% from 25%.
So again North Carolina will fall behind in the tax wars, seeing that we were fighting for 25% and before it even gets approved, other states are already advancing even higher.
As of RIGHT THIS MOMENT, there are 18 movies/tv shows in pre-production, production, and post production in… Continue
In the fall, their tax credit will rise to 30% from 25%.
So again North Carolina will fall behind in the tax wars, seeing that we were fighting for 25% and before it even gets approved, other states are already advancing even higher.
As of RIGHT THIS MOMENT, there are 18 movies/tv shows in pre-production, production, and post production in… Continue
Posted on July 1, 2009 at 10:31am — 2 Comments
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- At 3:07pm on June 4, 2009,
Amy Hotz said… - Hey! Thanks for signing up, Mike. This is the first week for the new site and we're trying to drum up members. The more we have, the more resources will be shared, we hope.
So take a look at the site and let me know if anything should be added, taken away or changed. We love suggestions.
Thanks!
Amy Hotz
StarNew
Film Industry Reporter
- At 5:26pm on June 4, 2009, Amy Hotz said…
- Cool. Keep us posted.
Post a trailer on here, if you want.
- At 2:25pm on June 5, 2009, Amy Hotz said…
- We love photos and videos. Thanks! Keep'em comin'!
- At 3:29pm on June 7, 2009,
DaNae West said… - How are you?!
- At 7:48am on June 8, 2009,
Gabreael said… - :)
- At 4:01pm on June 8, 2009, Gabreael said…
- Great we have had a lot going on at EP. We just got back from Moundsville Prison :). I am sorry I never got back to you on the Cotton Exchange. My dog Bear of 18 years died and I was devistated and took some down time. I have changed my cell and home numbers I will try to send them to you here by a message :)
- At 3:51am on June 14, 2009, DaNae West said…
- Things are going good. Just settling into Raleigh. Getting lost lol. Love that my agents office is here. Saves me the drive. How are things there?
- At 5:38pm on June 15, 2009,
Irene Slater said… - Hi, Mike
Glad to add you to my list of friends. FYI, I am also Exec Producer of Phoenix Rising Productions. My partner is Danny Richani. Maybe we'll work together one day. Break a leg!!!
- At 8:52am on June 21, 2009,
Matt said… - Hey Mike, thanks for the add. What are you working on right now?
- At 2:26pm on June 21, 2009, Matt said…
- Congratulations! Good luck. I've mostly been helping a few people with their intros, logos, websites, posters, etc. Really hoping to get some hands on experience on the crew side of things. I'll send you my phone#, call me sometime.
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