Affleck flies flag for Boston

13/08/2006 - 13:04:30
Actor Ben Affleck is encouraging Hollywood to film more movies in his hometown of Boston, Massachusetts - because the state's new tax breaks make it an affordable place to shoot.

The 33-year-old has just finished filming his directorial debut Gone, Baby, Gone in the city, and he wants others in the movie industry to follow his example and work there.

"Companies thinking about coming here definitely should," said Affleck.

"They'll be met with enthusiasm, and they'll get to shoot in a place that is really unique and distinct. I want to thank Boston for making that possible."