Ann Arbor proves fiery in Michigan's hot film industry

The latest sequel in the "Scream" series ("Scream 4") is set to be shot in and around Ann Arbor. It serves as just the latest example of how Michigan's emerging movie industry is sinking deeper roots in Ann Arbor.

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In Michigan these days, April showers are bringing new movies -- and stars.

Dimension Films confirms that it plans to shoot "Scream 4" in Michigan. Shooting is expected to begin in mid-June and take place in and around Ann Arbor.

The new installment in the popular horror movie franchise will reunite original "Scream" director Wes Craven, screenwriter Kevin Williamson and stars Courteney Cox, David Arquette and Neve Campbell. The series has made $293 million in the U.S., according to Box Office Mojo.

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