After bringing two feature films to West Kentucky, Executive Producer and Writer/Producer Michelle Jubilee Gonzalez of Renacer Entertainment has experienced firsthand what the region offers filmmakers — and she is ready to return.
Gonzalez points to the combination of welcoming communities, talented local crews, beautiful and affordable filming locations, supportive civic leadership, and a collaborative approach to production as reasons West Kentucky stands out.
“When people ask me where they should consider filming their next project, West Kentucky is at the top of my list,” says Gonzalez.
For Gonzalez, however, the region’s greatest advantage is its people. Local businesses, government partners, volunteers, and residents have all played a role in creating an environment where production teams feel welcomed and supported.
“When people ask me where they should consider filming their next project, West Kentucky is at the top of my list.”
Michelle Jubilee Gonzalez, Renacer Entertainment
“Everyone is genuinely enthusiastic about helping productions succeed,” Gonzalez says. “That level of hospitality creates an environment where filmmakers can focus on telling great stories instead of constantly solving unnecessary logistical challenges.”
That collaborative spirit reflects the approach of the West Kentucky Film Commission and its regional partners, who work to connect filmmakers with locations, local resources, community leaders, and production support throughout the region.
The benefits of bringing a production to West Kentucky extend beyond the production itself. Film and television projects can create local jobs, generate business for hotels, restaurants, vendors, and other service providers, and introduce West Kentucky communities to audiences well beyond the region.
Gonzalez believes her experiences demonstrate that filmmakers don’t have to rely on traditional production centers to achieve exceptional results.
“Productions create jobs, support local businesses, showcase the region to national and international audiences, and prove that world-class storytelling can thrive outside the traditional production hubs,” she says.
After two feature films and the partnerships developed along the way, Gonzalez says she looks forward to returning.
“I wholeheartedly recommend West Kentucky to any producer, studio, or filmmaker looking for a place that combines incredible value with extraordinary people. I can’t wait to come back again.”