Historical Marker

Joseph Standing Monument

Historical marker location:
4241 Standing Road, Varnell, Georgia
( Marker is on Standing Road, 1.3 miles north of Varnell Road (State Highway 2), on the right when traveling north.)
Marker installed: 1952

The state of Georgia was once home to a thriving film industry, with Hollywood studios establishing themselves in Atlanta in the early 20th century. However, the industry largely moved to California after the introduction of sound in films made outdoor filming difficult due to the noise pollution of the city.