Great Salt Lake Documentary, Charlie Day Comedy Among New Utah Film Productions
Utah’s Silver Screen Beckons: New Productions Highlight Great Salt Lake, comedy, and Home Renovation
SALT LAKE CITY – From the shores of the Great Salt Lake to the bustling streets of Park City, Utah is set to become a hub for diverse storytelling. The Utah Board of Tourism Advancement recently approved incentives for three new productions, promising a boost to the state’s economy and film industry.
These projects are expected to generate over 100 new jobs and inject $3 million into the local economy, according to Utah Film Commission officials.
A Cinematic Plea for the Great Salt Lake
Award-winning filmmakers Geralyn Dreyfous and Erika Cohn are teaming up on a documentary exploring the history and current challenges facing the Great Salt Lake. Dreyfous, founder of the Utah Film Center and producer of acclaimed documentaries like ”Born into Brothels” and “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?”, brings her expertise to the project. Cohn, an Emmy and Peabody-award-winning director, will helm the film.
“We’re creating a film about great Salt Lake because we are invested in our community, the habitat and our future here,” Cohn said in a statement.
The documentary aims to shed light on the lake’s ecological importance and the urgent need for its preservation, following its alarming decline to record lows in recent years.
This project aligns with Governor Spencer Cox’s 2022 initiative to create a documentary highlighting the Great Salt Lake’s beauty and importance, hoping to inspire renewed appreciation for this unique natural wonder.
Dark Comedy and home Renovation Hit the Screen
Adding to Utah’s diverse film landscape, a dark comedy titled “Kill Me” is set to begin filming. The movie boasts a star-studded cast, including Allison Williams, known for her roles in “Get Out” and “M3GAN,” and Charlie Day, famous for his comedic performances in ”It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” and “Horrible Bosses.”
Meanwhile, HGTV’s popular home renovation show “help! I Wrecked My House” is also heading to Utah for its fifth season. The show’s host, Jasmine Roth, recently relocated to Park City, making Utah the perfect backdrop for her latest design adventures.
” (Roth will) embark on an exciting new adventure, rebuilding her design and build a company from the ground up and helping a whole new city of homeowners who have wrecked their homes,” said Liz Kerrigan, senior vice president of current programming for RTR media.
Utah’s Century of Cinema
These new productions arrive as Utah celebrates the 100th anniversary of its film industry. From the iconic ”The Covered Wagon,” filmed on Antelope Island in 1923, to modern blockbusters, Utah has consistently attracted filmmakers with its stunning landscapes and supportive environment.
The Utah Film Commission’s incentive program continues to play a vital role in attracting productions to the state, ensuring that Utah remains a vibrant hub for cinematic storytelling.
Utah’s Silver Screen Beckons: New Productions Highlight Great Salt Lake, Comedy, and Home Renovation
SALT LAKE CITY – From the shores of the Great Salt Lake to the bustling streets of Park City, Utah is set to become a hub for diverse storytelling. The Utah Board of Tourism Advancement recently approved incentives for three new productions, promising a boost to the state’s economy and film industry. These projects are expected to generate over 100 new jobs and inject $3 million into the local economy, according to Utah Film Commission officials.
A Cinematic plea for the Great Salt Lake
Award-winning filmmakers Geralyn Dreyfous and Erika Cohn are teaming up on a documentary exploring the history and current challenges facing the Great Salt Lake. Dreyfous, founder of the Utah Film Center and producer of acclaimed documentaries like “Born into Brothels” and “Won’t You Be My Neighbour?”, brings her expertise to the project. Cohn, an emmy and Peabody-award-winning director, will helm the film.
“We’re creating a film about Great Salt Lake because we are invested in our community, the habitat and our future hear,” Cohn said in a statement.
The documentary aims to shed light on the lake’s ecological importance and the urgent need for its preservation, following its alarming decline to record lows in recent years.
This project aligns with Governor Spencer Cox’s 2022 initiative to create a documentary highlighting the Great Salt Lake’s beauty and importance, hoping to inspire renewed appreciation for this unique natural wonder.
Dark Comedy and Home Renovation Hit the Screen
Adding to Utah’s diverse film landscape, a dark comedy titled “Kill Me” is set to begin filming. The movie boasts a star-studded cast, including Allison Williams, known for her roles in “Get Out” and “M3GAN,” and Charlie Day, famous for his comedic performances in “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” and “Horrible Bosses.”
Meanwhile, HGTV’s popular home renovation show “help! I Wrecked my House” is also heading to Utah for its fifth season. The show’s host, Jasmine Roth, recently relocated to Park City, making Utah the perfect backdrop for her latest design adventures.
” [roth will] embark on an exciting new adventure, rebuilding her design and build a company from the ground up and helping a whole new city of homeowners who have wrecked thier homes,” said Liz Kerrigan, senior vice president of current programming for RTR media.
Utah’s Century of Cinema
These new productions arrive as Utah celebrates the 100th anniversary of its film industry. From the iconic “The Covered Wagon,” filmed on Antelope Island in 1923, to modern blockbusters, Utah has consistently attracted filmmakers with its stunning landscapes and supportive environment.
The Utah Film Commission’s incentive program continues to play a vital role in attracting productions to the state, ensuring that Utah remains a vibrant hub for cinematic storytelling.