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COMING SOON - "Old Glory" FilmLab26
This past July, students from Thomasville City Schools participated in PhilanthroFilms' FilmLab26, gaining hands-on experience in the filmmaking process and helping bring their very own short film, "Old Glory", to life. With the generous support of our sponsors, Filmed in Georgia and Thomasville City Schools, students had the opportunity to explore the world of filmmaking and experience what it takes to create a film from start to finish.
"The Bureau of Community Center Operations"- FilmLab22
PhilanthroFilms’ inaugural film camp brought together students from across the county in partnership with the Boys & Girls Club, creating an immersive, hands-on learning environment for dozens of participants.
Guided by industry professionals, students collaborated to develop and produce an original screenplay—gaining real-world experience in storytelling, filmmaking, and on-set collaboration from concept to completion.
"The Buick Special"- FilmLab23
17-year-old Jake Williams, a bright but isolated kid, gets a class assignment to interview an elderly person in the retirement home. But when Jake encounters the cantankerous “Mr. G”, the two discover an unexpected bond in Mr. G's beloved 1952 Buick Special.
The community of Brooks County came together through this film camp to produce The Buick Special, a short film created by local youth with mentorship from industry professionals.
The project gained recognition at the South Georgia Film Festival, earning an award for Excellence in Production Value among hundreds of competing entries.
Georgia Entertainment Unscripted Roadshow Event
PhilanthroFilms participated in the Georgia Unscripted Roadshow in Valdosta, joining industry leaders and community members to highlight the growth of Georgia’s film economy and the opportunities emerging across South Georgia.
As part of the event, AmeriCorps VISTA members helped produce a unique live-set experience, later developed into a short film exploring the magic of cinema through a child’s perspective. The Roadshow created meaningful networking opportunities and strengthened connections between local communities and Georgia’s expanding film industry.
Train the Trainers Bootcamp
“Train the Trainers” bootcamp is designed to equip educators with hands-on film and media production skills they can bring back to their classrooms.
Instructors from multiple school systems and organizations participated, gaining practical training that supports workforce development and prepares students for careers in the film industry.