Town of Marana makes push to become movie shoot destination

by Priscilla Casper | News4Tucson

The Town of Marana is pushing to make a comeback to once again become a destination for movie shoots.

Marana has a rich film history. It is known for its beautiful classic landscaped mountains and iconic saguaros— a  picture perfect backdrop for Hollywood movies.

“I couldn’t believe how much was going on currently and also what the history was of filming since 1939 since the movie ‘Arizona’ was filmed here,”‘ said Laura Cortelyou, the Town of Marana’s Tourism and Marketing Manager.

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