Jeonnam Province Expands Support for Production Costs of Films and Dramas Filmed in the Region

[Muan=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Yoon Jamin] Jeonnam Province announced on the 29th that it will expand support for production costs of movies and dramas filmed within the province.

This initiative was promoted to publicize local attractions and revitalize the regional economy, which has been weakened due to COVID-19.

This year, reflecting the interest of movie and drama producers in Jeonnam's natural scenery, tourist spots, culture, and history, the project budget has increased by 50 million won from last year to a total of 200 million won.

The incentive support for movie and drama production began in 2018. For films and dramas that shoot for five days or more in Jeonnam, up to 50 million won is supported, and for those shooting 2 to 4 days, support is provided up to 15 million won, covering up to 50% of the consumption amount in Jeonnam.

The recognized consumption items in Jeonnam include local accommodation fees, meal expenses, vehicle rental fees, and fuel costs.

This is expected to encourage spending in Jeonnam and help small business owners affected by COVID-19.

Last year, a total of 131 million won was supported for the drama "Dodo Sol Sol La La Sol" filmed in Mokpo, the movie "Dongbaek" shot in Yeosu, "Alien" produced in Suncheon and Gurye, and "Shark" filmed in Jangheung.

Production companies wishing to receive movie and drama production incentives can submit the application form and required documents in person or by mail at least two weeks before filming.

Details can be found on the Jeonnam Province website or the Jeonnam Film Commission website.

Kim Byung-joo, Director of the Tourism, Culture, and Sports Bureau of Jeonnam Province, said, "As the effect of promoting the region through non-face-to-face video media is significant due to COVID-19, we will widely publicize Jeonnam's hidden attractions through movie and drama filming," adding, "We will actively attract and support many movie and drama productions to be made in Jeonnam."

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