Pinewood Studios Atlanta sits on 700 acres in Fayette County and is considered one of the premium filming locations in the world.
There’s also its town, Pinewood Forest, that features homes and lots of amenities for studio employees. And there are plans for an elementary school and a whole new brand.
When Frank Patterson took over as president of the studio in 2016, his mission was to explore, expand and give back to the community.
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