Shreveport’s Starring Role: New Louisiana Law Puts 50 Cent’s G-Unit Studios in the Spotlight
The film industry in Louisiana is about to welcome back the title Hollywood South, and Shreveport is primed to take the crown with the help of Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson. Governor Landry just signed Act 44 into state law, a major revamp of the state's film tax incentives.
Shreveport's Film Future: What Act 44 Changes
Act 44 will be a massive shock to the filming industry in Louisiana, just a few months after the tax credits almost got the axe. One of the biggest changes to the film incentives is that the state will no longer manage them; instead, the Louisiana Economic Development agency (LED) will have a more direct involvement.
The other major change that will bring the most attention to filming in Louisiana is the removal of per-person and per-project caps, making room for larger-scale productions in the state. With a new slate of incentives for movie and TV filming, Shreveport is ready to take the title of "Hollywood South" with the assistance of 50 Cent's G-Unit Studios
G-Unit Studios Are Ready For The Center Stage Spotlight
Supporters of the act, like the President of Film Louisiana, Jason Waggenspack, say, "This is a game-changer." Shreveport is ahead of the game on this one with the announcement that the lease was just signed for 50 Cent's G-Unit Film & Television Studio in the old Stageworks building in downtown Shreveport.
50 Cent has dedicated himself to Shreveport, even telling Shreveport Mayor Arcenaux that when he's off his current tour, he plans on staying in the Red River City.
With a thriving and updated tax system, support from industry leaders, local leaders, and one hip-hop legend, Shreveport could be the next Hollywood South.