…GOV. TOURS SUPERMAN SITE, FINALLY, AND, HMMM, IN CHICAGO, NOT PLANO, OSWEGO, OR …WELL..HE SHOULD HAVE FOLLOWED US ON THIS SUBJECT..WE FOLLOW THE BUSINESS OF SHOW…from this post came the story idea…
It seems to me that sometimes this state has a hard time promoting the idea that movies are big business and bring jobs to this state. Usually we get reports after the fact or when the movie opens. In the case of Superman: Man of Steel, our governor finally took time out to laud the jobs and money it brought to the state. The movie wraps this weekend in Chicago (finishes in Canada).
However, Plano and Oswego played a major role in this production and we heard nothing then. Well, unless you followed this site as we posted many stories, pics and links, as the production progressed. I contend, that no matter the film, whether it’s a blockbuster or an indie project, it’s all good. Plus, it doesn’t really matter if the film, when released is any good. It was made here and provided money, jobs and a chance for many to experience Hollywood in their backyard.
Take a glance at these releases:
– Governor Pat Quinn visited the production set of the new Superman movie Man of Steel to highlight the impact the film industry is having on the Illinois economy. Illinois’ film industry saw a record $161 million in spending in 2010, a 54 percent increase from 2009, and resulted in more than 8,000 job hires. Approximately 550 people in Illinois are being hired for Man of Steel alone.
“With major movie productions like Man of Steel coming to Illinois, the film industry is continuing to strengthen our state’s economy and create thousands of jobs,” Governor Quinn said. “This film is a great example of how the impact of film and television productions is far-reaching in the Illinois economy, benefiting everyone from local restaurants to the carpenters, truck drivers, caterers and custodial staff who make them possible.”
– As the film Contagion plays, the Illinois Film Office (IFO) highlighted the strong economic impact the movie has had on the state economy. The movie, partially filmed in Illinois, generated approximately $12.5 million in spending in the state and generated roughly 250 jobs during production, as well as jobs for extras.
“The economic impact of the production of Contagion is far reaching. The production provided millions of dollars in economic activity in the state and created many jobs for Illinois crew,” said Warren Ribley, director of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), where the state film office is housed. “As we continue our economic recovery, the film industry will continue to be an important part of our efforts to create jobs and grow the economy.” Contagion played an important role in 2010 becoming a banner year for the Illinois film industry,” said IFO Deputy Director Betsy Steinberg. “The increase in television, commercial and independent film production also helped boost the state’s economy. We are making great progress in marketing Illinois as a world-class film location.”
– As Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon made huge BO, the Illinois Film Office (IFO) highlighted the strong economic impact the movie had on the state economy. The movie, which was partially filmed in Illinois last year, generated approximately $24 million in spending in the state and provided 400 jobs during production, in addition to extras that were hired as part of the film.
“The impact of Transformers 3 extends far beyond its 30 days of production in Illinois by providing millions of dollars in economic activity in the state, creating additional employment for Illinois crew, and, once-again, putting Illinois on the map,” said Warren Ribley, director of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), where the state film office is housed. “As we continue our economic recovery, the film industry will continue to be an important part of our efforts to create jobs and spur economic growth.”
– “Public Enemies” generated $46.7 million.
– “The Dark Knight” brought in roughly $40 million. The following is just 2010:
Note: With Oprah creating her OWN network out west, her studio is not empty. Rosie O’Donnell, who has said she has toned down the negativity, is in that studio. “The Playboy Club” is shooting in the state and so did “Boss,” starring Kelsey Grammer. And untitled film starring Dennis Quaid and Zac Efron is back in production in De Kalb County, and a casting call was also for Sunday (Sept. 18). “Troll” called the Quad Cities home while in production.
The following is hust from 2010. More later.
2010
“American Greed” Kurtis Productions, TV Series
“American Greed Special- Bernie Madoff” Kurtis Productions, TV Special
“ATF” Woodridge Productions Inc, TV Pilot
“Cash Queens” Varuna Entertainment, TV Series
“Chicago Code” 20th Century Fox, TV Series
“CNBC Biography: Hugh Hefner” Kurtis Productions
“Colombiana” Colombian Inc., Feature Film
“Contagion” The Keres Corporation, Feature Film
“The Dilemma” Heartless Productions LLC,
Feature Film “First 48 Missing Persons” Found Films LLC, TV Series
“Judge Jeanine Pirro” AND Syndicated Productions.
“Marachi Gringo” Marachi Gringo LLC, Independent Film “Matadors” Woodridge Productions Inc, TV
Pilot “My Strange Addiction” Intersport Inc, TV Series
“Pleading Guilty” 20th Century Fox, TV Pilot “Shakey” Amarok Productions,
Independent Film “Shameless” Bonanza Productions Inc, TV
Series “Source Code” Beleaguered Castle Film Production Inc, Feature
Film”The Squeeze” Intersport Inc, TV Series
“Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon” DW Studios Productions LLC, Feature Film
“The Vow” Vow Productions LLC, Independent Film
“Judge Mathis” AND Syndicated Productions, Inc, TV Series
“Life Lessons” Boom Thrift, Independent Film
“LOL” LOL Productions LLC, Independent Film
Additional source: Illinois Film Office