Tampa Theatre Oral History Collection

Interviewee

Tyler Martinolich

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Interviewer

Andy Huse, Jill Witecki, and Joey Hager

Publication Date

2024

Date

2024-02-19

Abstract

Tyler Martinolich, Executive Director of Film Tampa Bay and Film Commissioner for Hillsborough County, discusses his role as a liaison between the community and film producers. He explores Florida’s film commissions and compares them to counterparts across the country. Martinolich offers deeper insights into Film Tampa Bay, extolling the advantages of filming in Tampa Bay and underscoring the importance of showcasing and marketing local communities to producers. He also highlights the communal aspects of film and theaters in fostering a sense of unity. Martinolich further elaborates on his involvement with Tampa Theatre through initiatives like the "Film Tampa Bay Presents” series and fundraising efforts for the summer Film Camp at Tampa Theatre.

Keywords

Tampa Theatre, Historic theaters, Theater--Conservation and preservation, University of Tampa, AMC Theaters, Fox Theatre (Atlanta Ga.), Motion picture film, Ghosts, Game of Thrones (Television program), Dale Gordon (1976- ), Justin Long (1978- ), James E. Welsh (1964- )

Extent

01:02:35; 36 page transcript

Subject: geographic

Tampa (Fla.); Orlando (Fla.); Atlanta (Ga.); Savannah (Ga.)

Language

English

Digital Date

2024

Media Type

Oral histories

Format

Digital Only

Identifier

tampa-theatre-ohp-martinolich-tyler

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