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Address 111 E Tabernacle Street
St. George, UT 84770

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Greater Zion Film
Commission

Ever noticed how some places feel like they were framed by a camera long before a director arrives?

That’s the Greater Zion effect.

Greater Zion does not just support a production. It elevates it, bringing scale, texture, and authenticity to every frame. For storytellers looking to simplify logistics while expanding creative possibilities, this is a place that keeps revealing more and more the longer you look.

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Wide desert valleys and pine-studded mountains have shaped iconic film moments and helped define the look of the American West. At the same time, Greater Zion offers something rare. Historic towns sit close to modern cityscapes. Quiet neighborhoods exist alongside untamed wilderness. Contemporary architecture and nature offer ready-made backdrops for all stories.

If you’re following a favorite film or imagining the next one, this region does more than set the scene. It tells the story.

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Greater Zion hosts multiple film festivals, drawing filmmakers and film lovers from around the world.

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International Film Festival

Held in April/June, organized by the Film and Media Alliance of Southern Utah (FMASU). This festival celebrates international independent cinema.

Horrorfest

International Film Festival

This is Southern Utah’s longest-running horror film festival. It takes place in September/October and is held at the historic Electric Theater in downtown St. George, Utah. It showcases international and independent horror films.

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International Film Festival

Held in February/March, hosted by Utah Tech University. Founded in 2010 by 30-time Emmy Award winner Phil Tuckett, this festival focuses exclusively on documentary films.

Washington County Recognized as Film Ready

Congratulations to Joyce Kelly of the Greater Zion Film Commission on receiving a Utah Film Ready Award. This honor is granted to individuals who help shape Utah into a production-ready powerhouse.

The award was presented at the Passport to Prosperity Event, hosted by the Utah Office of Tourism and the Utah Film Commission, an annual celebration of the visitor economy and the industries that keep Utah thriving. The Film Ready Utah program ensures every county is equipped with the tools, relationships, and know-how to welcome film productions (Utah Film Commission).

Kelly has been instrumental in that effort across Washington County. She helps productions plug into the local community, support businesses, and create lasting economic impact. Film in Utah is more than scenic backdrops; it’s about real dollars flowing into hotels, restaurants, and local crews—strengthening communities long after the final scene wraps (Utah Film Commission).

Some people wait for the spotlight. Others build the stage, wire the lights, and make sure the whole production runs on cue. Joyce Kelly is firmly in that second category. Utah’s film industry is stronger for it.

Questions?

We can’t wait to introduce you to our destination.

The Greater Zion Convention & Tourism Office is ready to answer questions, to provide insights and direction, or to connect you with industry professionals.

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