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An Old Mining Town in Montana Finds New Gold in Film

May 11, 2025/

Montana Media Coalition

There was a healthy dose of skepticism in Butte, Mont., when Hollywood producers began showing up to shoot their shows. Now, many say the industry’s arrival has been a boon for the city.

By Nicholas Bogel-Burroughs

Photographs by Janie Osborne

Reporting from Butte, Mont.

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If the bill becomes law, companies that qualify for the tax credit could now receive 30% compensation of costs for each crew member who is a Montana or tribal resident


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