Charlotte filming locations in the new boxer biopic "Christy" starring Sydney Sweeney
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Sydney Sweeney in "Christy." Photo: Eddy Chen/Courtesy of Black Bear
If you've watched the trailer for "Christy," a new boxer biopic starring Sydney Sweeney, you probably recognized a few locations, including Bojangles Coliseum.
Why it matters: The film, which made its world premiere at the Toronto Film Festival this month, was the latest of several recent projects to shoot in the Charlotte area. These productions help fuel North Carolina's economy.
By the numbers: The film was approved for an up to $4.6 million rebate from the N.C. Film & Entertainment Grant fund. How much the project receives will be determined after in-state spending has been verified, North Carolina Film Office director Guy Gaster tells Axios.
Context: The film was inspired by the story of champion boxer Christy Martin, who is played by Sweeney.
The bottom line: Charlotte continues to attract productions from reality shows, including "Love is Blind," "The Ultimatum," the upcoming season of "Top Chef," scripted series like "The Hunting Wives" (recently renewed for a second season) and films such as Channing Tatum's "Roofman."
What's next: "Christy" hits theaters on Nov. 7. Here are Charlotte locations, listed alphabetically, to keep an eye out for, according to the film's PR team:
American Legion Post 262
It serves as the Raleigh County Armory in West Virginia, Martin's home state.
Stop by: 1940 Donald Ross Road
Bojangles Coliseum
The longtime Charlotte sports venue was used as a casino exterior, and the inside became an MGM Grand Arena, Staples Center and a dressing room.
Stop by: 2700 East Independence Blvd.
Budget Inn
A hotel off Independence served as a Daytona Beach apartment.
Stop by: 2224 E Independence Blvd.
Circle G Restaurant
The west Charlotte restaurant became a Daytona Beach diner.
Stop by: 4818 Rozzelles Ferry Road
Computer Room
The east Charlotte building served as the office of Martin's promoter, Don King, who is played by Chad Coleman.
Stop by: 3601 E Independence Blvd.
Grady Cole Center
The interior of the Elizabeth venue served as a boxing ring, small arena, dressing room and press conference space in the film.
Stop by: 310 N. Kings Dr. near American Legion Memorial Stadium.
Johnny Dollars
The LoSo spot with free popcorn became Bristol Bar.
Stop by: 3920 S Tryon
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Smokey Joe's Cafe
Smokey Joe's Cafe off Monroe Road became Punchy Callhan's Bar.
Stop by: 510 Briarcreek Road
Treece residence
The Sherwood Forest home in southeast Charlotte served as a house in Apopka, Fla.
Stop by: 5323 Finsbury Place
WTVI PBS Charlotte
Charlotte's PBS station was used to film a television studio for the film.
Stop by: 3242 Commonwealth Ave.