Now it's serious, folks. A movie studio is moving into Allen Park. But it's not just a win for Allen Park, it's a win for neighboring Dearborn. At least that's what city officials are saying.
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East Dearborn Downtown Development Authority Executive Director Michael Boettcher Thursday said the construction and subsequent opening of a movie production studio in Allen Park -- to be called "Unity Studios" and located at Southfield Road and Enterprise Drive, near I-94 -- is an outstanding idea and believes that while the studio is technically in Allen Park, the project could prove to be an economic boon for the city of Dearborn, as well.
"I think Dearborn can be a destination for people who come into the area to work at the studio," Boettcher said.
Dearborn Mayor Jack O'Reilly shared Boettcher's sentiments, adding that with the studio being minutes away from Dearborn, the city's restaurants and hotels could see a huge increase in business.
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