It has come to our attention that there is a identity phishing scam going around targeting Philadelphia area film crew and film crew of other states and regions, as well. A few of our local crew members was contacted by an "Attic Films", or "Attic Films Productions", saying they are putting together a crew for [...]
Sharon Pinkenson, Executive Director of the Greater Philadelphia Film Office (GPFO), and Markita Morris-Louis, Esq., Executive Director of the Arts + Business Council for Greater Philadelphia (ABC), announced today a renewed and reinvigorated partnership. Selected late last year by the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia, Markita came to ABC from her most recent position [...]
The 2018 GPFO Production Party was a success thanks to our sponsors, performers, and supporters of the Philly film community! Thank you to all who attended our 2018 GPFO Production Party presented by Firstrust Bank at Nu Millennium Studios on October 6th! · This fundraiser party was a great night out featuring an exciting [...]
Join us on October 6, 2018, at Nu Millennium Studios for the hottest party of the year! The GPFO Production Party powered by Nu Millennium Studios, presented by Firstrust Bank! Open bar all night, delicious food from your favorite restaurants, photo booth, production demo areas, live music, dancing, silent auction... and an exciting lineup of live performances from our Billy [...]
Click image to play audio Greater Philadelphia Film Office's Executive Director, Sharon Pinkenson, was a featured guest on Wharton Business Radio's "The Real Estate Hour" segment to discuss Philadelphia's economic real estate development in the film business. With 25 years of running a film commission under her belt, Pinkenson expertly understands the involvement [...]
The GPFO Production Party, Powered by Nu Millennium Studios on September 16, 2017 was one of our most successful yet! Thanks to our sponsors and you, our supporters, our celebration of 25 years of GPFO, 1 year of Billy Penn Music, and the launch of GPFO NEXT was a hit! We still can't get over the special moments we had at Nu [...]
Straight from the source, the Philadelphia crew-members explain how crucial the Pennsylvania Film Tax Credit Program is to allow them to keep their family sustaining work in their hometown. The economic impact of the film and television industry is directly correlated to the allotment/size of the Tax Credit Program. This video is presented by the [...]
On Saturday, June 3rd, we rallied for Philly’s film industry! There was a strong turnout of filmmakers, crew, actors, and local business leaders who understand just how strong the impact film and television production can be on our region. Let’s show the world how many people care about and depend on #PhillyFilm! Strength in [...]
On Saturday, June 3rd, join us for a rally for Philly’s film industry! Meet us at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, bottom of the Rocky steps, 10-11am. Bring your colleagues, family, friends, and anyone who cares about our industry! Let’s show the world how many people care about and depend on #PhillyFilm! Strength in numbers! [...]
We are proud to announce that there is now a NEW SIP Prize: The Oscar Micheaux Award! A $2,500 cash prize, sponsored by Progressive Change, CDC and West Philadelphia Financial Services Institution for the best screenplay or pilot script penned by a Philadelphia area resident of the African Diaspora! We are honored these two awesome organizations are [...]
