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The Macon Film Festival takes place in historic downtown Macon, about an hour south of Atlanta in the heart of Georgia. One of the great historic cities of the American South, Macon is home to 5,500 National Register historic structures in 11 historic districts.

In addition to wonderful architecture, Macon features a rich and diverse music and film heritage. Macon was the launching pad for legends such as Little Richard, Otis Redding and the Allman Brothers Band, and has been home to film stars Jack McBrayer, Carrie Preston and Melvyn Douglas, among others. Films like Wise Blood, Fried Green Tomatoes, and The Crazies were all filmed in the Central Georgia region.

Amazing architecture, state of the art museums, ancient Indian mounds, unique entertainment and the true southern hospitality make Macon a great place to visit. For more information or to plan your visit to Macon, visit the website of the Macon-Bibb Convention & Visitors Bureau at www.visitmacon.org.