Durango and the Fight for Colorado Film | Denver News

In a bold move that celebrates indie filmmaking’s soul, “Durango Seems Like A Great Place to Die” is being made in Colorado despite less generous tax breaks than New Mexico—because the filmmakers believe art matters more than profit. Funded through crowdfunding, personal savings, and creative loans, this project embodies the defiant spirit of artists refusing to compromise their vision. While Colorado’s film industry shows promise—with rising jobs mostly in commercials—it still struggles to support narrative-driven cinema. But change is coming: new location directories, festival tax credits, and mentorship programs aim to empower creators with both resources and resilience. Supporting films like this—by attending festivals or backing campaigns—is how you help build a richer, more daring cinematic future right here at home. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f90b288fe5d041be