ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Duke City has long been a popular location for film and television because of its uniqueness; it has an average of 310 days of sunlight, vast and varied sites, a strong crew base, proximity to Los Angeles, and a tax rebate incentive program. In addition to offering profitable creative and technical jobs, Albuquerque’s film and television industries have grown.
Albuquerque has been the site of film production since the end of the 19th century. The transformation of the city from a modest desert hamlet to a major hub for cinema is certainly remarkable. The Duke City has deservedly earned a space in Hollywood’s spotlight, from the earliest Westerns to current blockbusters and well-known TV series. With large productions continuing to choose Albuquerque as their home base, the future looks bright.
While there is a long history of film in the city, production really began to pick up in the early 21st century with projects like “Transformers” and “Breaking Bad.” Here is a list of movies and TV shows filmed in Albuquerque in the 2000s.
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2000-2005
In an effort to increase film production in the state, New Mexico implemented a 25% refund of in-state production costs and interest-free loans of up to $15 million in 2002, incentivizing larger productions to set up shop in the Land of Enchantment. This tax incentive has expanded over time to include more rural areas. A revival of live-action musicals led to projects like “Rent” being produced in the city…