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Hollywood to Hawaiʻi: Chris Lee’s creative legacy at UH

In the early 2000s, Lee was invited to “start a film school” at UH. He imagined a cross-campus network that could elevate creative media education statewide.

Senate discusses film production in Hawaiʻi as SAG-AFTRA ends strike

The Senate Ways and Means Committee visited a site being considered for a potential multi-acre film studio in Kailua-Kona and heard updates on the local film industry for its last stop on a three-day visit on Hawaiʻi Island. Considering yesterday’s agreement reached by SAG-AFTRA and film studios, the visit’s timing proved to be especially relevant.

Governor Releases $3.46 Million for Hawaiʻi Film Studio

“These CIP funds will protect our state’s investment in the Hawaiʻi Film Studio, a key asset of our local creative economy,” said Governor Abercrombie in a state issued press release.