SALT LAKE CITY — The Utah Film Commission announced the Utah Board of Tourism Development approval of two new productions for state film incentives.
The approved productions, “Brother Joseph Again” and “Psycho Cabin” are supported by the Community Film Incentive Program that fosters up-and-coming local filmmakers and productions. “We are proud to see these original local stories brought to life through our Community Film Incentive Program,” said Virginia Pearce, Director of the Utah Film Commission. “Supporting these community-based films is essential to our mission, as it not only showcases the talent and stunning landscapes of our state but also ensures that the film industry in Utah continues to grow from the ground up.”
The documentary “Brother Joseph Again” follows researchers as they investigate the lost likeness of Joseph Smith, the founder of Mormonism. “‘Brother Joseph Again’ is a rigorous search for what Joseph Smith truly looked like,” said Director Daylen Pollard. “We chose to film in Utah because of its exceptional experts, creative talent, and deep connection to the history and culture behind this story.” The production is shooting this summer in and around Utah County.
A new comedy thriller, “Psycho Cabin,” from local filmmaker Rob Diamond follows two strangers who stumble upon a dead body in a cabin high in the Utah mountains. Thinking the other is the culprit, they turn on each other while something far more dangerous closes in through the woods. “I chose Utah because I love all the beauty that it has to offer and the amazing cast and crew available to me,” said Diamond. “I’ve been making movies in Utah for over 25 years and want to continue to add to this thriving film community.” The film is shooting this summer in and around Salt Lake and Sanpete counties.
About the Utah Film Commission
As part of the Governor’s Office of Economic Development and the Utah Office Tourism, the Utah Film Commission formed in 1974 markets the entire state as a destination for film, television, and commercial production by promoting the use of professional local crew and talent, support services, Utah locations, and the Motion Picture Incentive Program. The office also serves as a liaison to the film industry, facilitating production needs across the state.
Thousands of productions have been filmed in Utah over the last century, including John Ford’s “The Searchers,” “Butch Cassidy and The Sundance Kid,” “Thelma & Louise,” “Forrest Gump,” and most recently Marvel Studios’ “Thunderbolts”. Many episodic series have also been filmed in Utah, such as “Westworld,” “Yellowstone”, “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series,” and the CBS television series, “Marshals.”
For more information, visit film.utah.gov.
