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Texas Film Corridor Partners with Weimar, TX

The Texas Film Corridor has announced a significant partnership with the City of Weimar, Texas, geared towards revolutionizing the film production landscape in the state. This collaboration aims to position Texas as the premier filming destination in the U.S., harnessing local resources and state incentives to create a unique production environment.

Weimar, strategically nestled between Houston and Austin, will benefit from the establishment of a Texas Enterprise Zone. This initiative will allow the town to access state funds and create a local tax incentive, which, when combined with the Texas Moving Image Incentive Program (TMIIP), can provide film projects with a staggering 40-45% cash rebate. Such initiatives are designed to attract both major studios and independent filmmakers, making Texas a competitive hub for filming.

A State-of-the-Art Film Campus

At the core of this ambitious development is the construction of a modern, self-sufficient film campus. This facility will boast an array of features, including:

• - Nine soundstages at 20,000 sq. ft. each
• - Five soundstages at 40,000 sq. ft.
• - Comprehensive pre- and post-production facilities
• - Workshops for sets, props, and costumes
• - On-site crew accommodations and various high-end amenities

This campus promises end-to-end production capabilities all at one location, complete with meticulously designed backlot environments that include full-scale Western towns, accompanied by ample support infrastructure.

Job Creation and Local Impact

The Texas Film Corridor is projected to generate over 2,200 jobs, both directly and indirectly, spanning various sectors including construction, entertainment, hospitality, and essential services. The initiative emphasizes local hiring, ensuring that the economic benefits remain within the community, fostering growth in skilled trades, creative talents, and local businesses.

In addition to job creation, the project envisions long-term developmental advantages for Weimar and Colorado County, featuring:

• - Improvements in transportation for better access
• - Upgrades in utilities to facilitate sustainable growth
• - Expansion of hospitality offerings, including short-term rentals
• - Cultural initiatives to celebrate local history and artistry
• - Continuous community involvement to promote transparency and inclusivity
• - Commitment to environmental best practices and conservation efforts

A Vision by Texans, for Texans

Founder Dillon Davis conveys his enthusiasm towards this project, expressing gratitude for the warm reception from Weimar's local leadership. He indicated, "Weimar embraced us with open arms—and truly appreciated that this is homegrown. Strategically positioned off I-10, this partnership allows us to build a project that will set the standard for filmmaking in Texas for decades to come."

Texas Film Corridor represents a revolutionary approach to film production, focusing on innovation and community investment. The agency's three-phase development plan commences in Weimar but aims to extend its benefits across Texas, redefining the future of film production while nurturing local culture and economy.

With infrastructure improvements on the horizon and a supportive local government, the Texas Film Corridor is poised to make waves in the film industry, ensuring that everything is indeed bigger and better in Texas. As Dillon Davis highlights, "The time is now. So why not us?"