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New Baton Rouge Film Trail shows where movie, TV scenes were filmed

BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — Residents and tourists can visit the new Baton Rouge Film Trail, a route using technology to shine a Hollywood spotlight on movies made in the area.

A ribbon-cutting and plaque unveiling for the trail is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Aug. 21 at Manship Theatre, as it coincides with the start of the new Baton Rouge Underground Film Festival

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featuring local independent filmmakers.

“Film tourism is one of the fastest-growing segments in global travel, and Baton Rouge is ready to take center stage,” Visit Baton Rouge President and CEO Jill Kidder said. “This trail allows visitors to immerse themselves in our cinematic story while also supporting local businesses and enriching the cultural fabric of our city.”

Over 100 filming locations will be featured on the Baton Rouge Film Trail. The first trail marker will be at the Manship Theatre. People can explore the route using the SetJetters app and visit 15 permanent markers about famous movies and TV scenes.

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Erik Nachtrieb, the CEO and co-founder of SetJetters, said the app turns local film history into a draw for tourism, allowing fans to stand where their favorite scenes were filmed.

“The Baton Rouge Film Trail brings our film legacy to life and shows how much this community supports and benefits from the industry,” Baton Rouge Film Commission Executive Director Katie Pryor said. “It’s a celebration of storytelling, place-making, and Baton Rouge’s growing influence in the world of film.”

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