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Actor Anthony Mackie is taking his talent back to his native home of New Orleans as he is set to begin building a film and television studio on 20 acres of purchased land!
The Avengers star bought land within the Little Woods neighborhood area near I-10 service road, reports Nola.com
It has been stated that Anthony’s passion for producing and film/television development motivated this major move.
The establishment of the Studio will help the state of Louisiana break further into the film and television industry. Also giving them more leverage to embark within it’s own signature lane for opportunities in areas such as intellectual property, development, production and marketing.
Mayor LaToya Cantrell and City Councilman Oliver Thomas are welcoming Anthony’s efforts and have even publicly expressed their support.
The New Orleans East is making a comeback, bam💥👏
New Orleans own Anthony Mackie is opening a HUGE 20-acre film studio!
This is INCREDIBLE !!💛⚜️
The influx of productions will not only bring economic growth but job opportunities! pic.twitter.com/h0hlswdh1g
— Mayor LaToya Cantrell (@mayorcantrell) March 18, 2022
“Years ago, we talked about us being Hollywood South. I think maybe we’re finally in a position to make it happen and for New Orleans East to be the foundation for that to happen,” said Thomas. “To have Captain America and his brand and his star power I think it helps to support all the other investments.”
We absolutely love this! Ain’t nothing better than Ownership within the Black community and this is overall a major move for the city of New Orleans!
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