That’s a Wrap

Film Cincinnati was in the spotlight as the Association of Film Commissioners International (AFCI), marked its 50th anniversary with the 48th edition of its Cineposium, one of its largest gatherings ever, in Greater Cincinnati. The conference emphasized Cincinnati’s growing role in film production and its ability to host world-class media events.

Film commissioners, executives, and government policymakers from all over the U.S. and more than 30 countries were part of the AFCI event as Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky played key roles in hosting panels, screenings and workshops with venues across Greater Cincinnati—including Memorial Hall, the MegaCorp Pavilion, and Great American Ball Park.

Producer Christine Vachon and director Todd Haynes kicked off the week with a special 10th anniversary screening and discussion of Haynes’ movie, “Carol,” shot in Cincinnati. Another highlight was the evening gala titled “A Conversation with George Clooney,” at which Clooney discussed topics including family, storytelling, and the future of film.

Other sessions spanned accessibility in production, sustainability, and innovations in location-based incentives, as well as panels on policy and creative economy impact. The event was particularly noteworthy for being more accessible to non-members than past editions of Cineposium, which broadened local community participation.