Arizona's film industry is gradually losing its edge

Arizona's film industry is gradually losing its edge (Alberta Times) After watching HBO's Game Change, many local residents are very depressed. The plot involves...

(Alberta Times)

After watching HBO's Game Change, many local residents are very depressed. The plot involves Arizona. Why is the filming location in New Mexico? Rep. Chad Campbell, the minority leader in the state House of Representatives, said: "This is a loss of money, a loss of jobs, and we should not let this happen again." Arizona originally provided tax exemptions for film workers, but now this preferential policy is no longer of interest. Neighboring New Mexico plans to create 9,000 new jobs in the film industry. In fact, New Mexico has generated over $100 million in revenue from the film industry since 2008. Similar terrain, similar scenery, "What do we have to compete with others?" Campbell said. The Arizona House of Representatives is discussing HB2127, a bill that would provide more tax incentives for film producers.