Kendrick brothers to film next movie in Albany
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From staff reports
ALBANY — The Albany-Dougherty Economic Development Commission, the Albany Convention & Visitors Bureau, and Faithstep Films announced Sunday a partnership with the Kendrick Brothers to film their next movie in Dougherty County. The Kendrick Brothers have a long-time career in movie production, producing movies such as “Flywheel,” “Fireproof,” “Facing the Giants” and “War Room” and have decided to keep the production for their upcoming film here at home.
“We are excited to partner with the Kendrick Brothers to keep them home for the filming of the upcoming movie,” Jana Dyke, president and CEO of the Albany-Dougherty Economic Development Commission, said. “This partnership will make a huge impact on the businesses in our community.”
This film is scheduled to be released nationwide in the third quarter of 2024. It will be released with the support of AFFIRM Films, a Sony Pictures Entertainment company, and Provident Films.
“Albany is where our filmmaking journey began; we love our hometown and are excited about partnering with the great people in our city, many of the local businesses, and the vibrant church community,” Stephen Kendrick said.
Local officials said production of the film should provide an economic boost for Albany, Dougherty County and southwest Georgia.
“Partnering with the Kendrick Brothers to film their next movie allows our community the opportunity to come together and bring economic benefits to our town,” Dougherty County Commission Chairman Lorenzo Heard said. “The Dougherty County Commission is proud to be a part of this project and looks forward to its completion.”
While the title and plot details of the film are being kept under wraps, the Kendricks say they hope to deliver their trademark passion for life-changing storylines filled with humor and heart in a film that will inspire audiences everywhere.
“While we are ecstatic to have the Kendrick Brothers bring their film home, the true benefit is the inclusion of our businesses and local talent,” Rashelle Minix, the executive director of the Albany Convention and Visitors Bureau, said. “From local hotels to downtown restaurants, construction set builders, film students, attractions and facilities, their investment in our community will have lasting economic benefits.”
Albany Mayor Bo Dorough said he hopes the project will inspire the state’s lucrative film industry to bring future projects to Albany.
“We are fortunate to have such talented hometown filmmakers and are delighted that the Kendrick Brothers will be filming their next full-length motion picture here in Albany,” Dorough said. “I would like to recognize Jana Dyke and her staff at the Economic Development Commission for their hard work in securing this commitment from the Kendrick Brothers.
“We as a community will also be working to establish the necessary infrastructure to attract more projects, so that Albany and southwest Georgia may benefit from what has emerged as one of the state’s major industries in the last decade.”
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