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Action-Thriller 'Barracuda' Featuring Anthony Mackie Completes Filming in Las Cruces

KVIA••Gabrielle Lopez
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The action-thriller film 'Barracuda,' starring Marvel actor Anthony Mackie, has successfully completed filming in Las Cruces after two months of production. The movie, which explores themes of loyalty, survival, and redemption, involved over 700 individuals in various roles, including 80 crew members and 29 main cast members, all sourced from New Mexico. State Senator Jeff Steinborn highlighted the film's potential to showcase Las Cruces' diverse locations and the strong incentives the state offers for film production. New Mexico has benefited significantly from the film industry, accumulating over $3 billion in revenue from productions over the past five years.

Key Details: • Filming took place over two months in Las Cruces. • The film employed over 700 people, including 600 background performers. • State Senator Jeff Steinborn emphasized the film's showcase of local attractions.

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