Philly Film Office

Film commission that attracts production to Greater Philadelphia region and supports local filmmakers.

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Have you seen the documentary "The Turnaround" (Trea Turner), "Mare of Easttown", "Abbott Elementary" or the newest HBO series "Task"? Philly continues to earn Emmy attention.

What's your favorite Philly-made film or TV project?

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GPFO mourns the loss of our friend, community partner, and founder of PhillyCAM, Gretjen Clausing. Gretjen was a pillar of the Philadelphia filmmaking community. We encourage everyone to tune into WPPM 106.5 and support the team at PhillyCAM as they navigate this difficult time.

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Even decades later, M. Night Shyamalan says some twists are still off-limits. Why? Because an entirely new generation is discovering his films for the first time. Some stories are meant to be experienced with fresh eyes.
Do you agree?

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🎬 Got a documentary idea?
Join GPFO and Dirty Rotten Scandals Executive Producer Eric Neuhaus for a live virtual event on how documentary series are created, pitched, financed, and sold.
📅 June 10 • 6 PM
Tickets on sale now https://t.co/iLmfmaBy7Z
#Filmmaking #DocumentaryFilm

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The “Set in Philadelphia” (SIP) competition helps elevate local writers and original Philly stories to industry decision-makers. But the impact doesn’t stop on set—film production supports local businesses, workers, hotels, restaurants, and the regional economy.

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Did you know one of the most iconic #props in #moviehistory started as a camera part? 🎬 In *Star Wars* (1977), Obi-Wan’s legendary #lightsaber was built from a #vintagecameraflash handle. Proof that #movie magic often starts with seeing ordinary objects in extraordinary ways.

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One #Philadelphia landmark. Four wildly different #movies. "Philadelphia". "12 Monkeys". "Blow Out". "Trading Places."
Which film used it best? 🎬

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#HappyMemorialDay. "We Were Soldiers* went far beyond typical #casting. Every #soldier in the company was represented by a cast actor carefully matching their real-life counterparts (even background roles). One of the most respectful & detailed portrayals in #warfilm #history.

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Do you need help with Permits, Locations, Tax Credit? Let us know!
We help productions get cameras rolling from advocating for tax incentives and navigating permits, licenses, and city approvals to providing a free regional location database, we make filming easier.
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A thriving film industry starts locally. From workforce development and educational programming to screenings, job hotlines, and independent production funding—we’re committed to growing Philadelphia’s creative economy.

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Spent the evening at the 19th Philly Independent Film Festival—red carpet, great films, and inspiring filmmakers. Caught Pheasant Island by Jokin Etcheverria and A Peculiar Morning, EmmyLou Diaz’s directorial debut. Also ran into PIFF director Ben Barnett!

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Filming Location Alert: On Catharine St. A Classic Philly Neighborhood situated mid block.
Contact GOFO for more info: https://t.co/QQiOmBpBBD

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One of the most joyful Philly movie moments: Pat running into his therapist at an Eagles tailgate in *Silver Linings Playbook*. Chaos gives way to connection, strangers become family, and for a moment, Philly feels like the happiest place on earth. Go Birds.

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Big news for Philly filmmakers: @TheStoryFactory is now a Qualified Production Facility—the only one in Philadelphia proper. That could mean an extra 5% on top of Pennsylvania’s 25% film tax credit. Spread the word and bring more production home to Philly.

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Announcing the Winners of our Screenwriting Competition! Congrats to our winners.
Charisse Corbin:
IG + TikTok @charissedawriter
FB @CharisseCorbin

Diane Sismour:
IG @sismour
LinkedIn @dianesismour
FB + X @dianesismour
YT @dianesismour8600

Joe Mortimer:
FB + IG @joeymort215

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Daydreaming of The First Glance Film Festival. We had a great time on their red carpet and welcoming the first screening! We love how many film related events are going on in the community!!! Start your prepping for the 30th anniversary next year in Philly!

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When "Dispatches from Elsewhere" creator Jason Segel visited Philly, he fell in love—and filmed here. We helped bring "Philadelphia" (1993) to life at City Hall, and for decades Philly has doubled as countless other cities. This town doesn’t just host movies—it makes them.

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Big budgets don’t make classics—great ideas do. 🎬

Rocky was made for $960K. The Blair Witch Project for $60K. Clerks for $27K. Primer for just $7K.

Proof that story, creativity, and execution can outpunch budget every time. What’s your favorite low-budget masterpiece?

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Poll: Which is the Best Philly Movie By M. Night Shyamalan?
Tell us in the comments!! Is it, The Sixth Sense (1999) Unbreakable (2000) Signs (2002) The Village (2004) Lady in the Water (2006) The Happening (2008) After Earth (2013) Split (2016) Glass (2019)?

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It's your chance to be a part of FirstGlance, Philadelphia’s independent film festival since 1996! Get VIP Passes to the whole weekend so you don’t miss a thing! Or grab a ticket to individual screenings throughout the event. FirstGlance Film Festival celebrates everything indie!