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ALBANY, GA -- FOX 31 News confirmed Wednesday that Disney is scouting Albany as a possible location for the upcoming movie, "The Odd Life of Timothy Green."
We hit the streets to get reaction. Here’s what some of you said:

“It would be really good for the area, the RiverQuarium, and all that. It will probably bring more people into town, make Albany more famous.”  - Robert Dale

“It might bring a little bit of tourism, but that’s about it.”  - Nicole Mitchell

“Maybe this will give everyone a little incentive to step up and work a little for Albany.”  - Kacey Graber

“Albany hasn’t seen a lot of big things and it will give the children something to look forward to, maybe it will create more opportunities.”  - Loreal Jordan

“Most of the time, big films like that go to Hollywood or other places, so I’m surprised and really looking forward to it.”  - Douglas Smith

What do you think?
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Is Albany hitting the big screen?

Sources within the city tell FOX 31 News, Disney is scoping out areas to shoot the film “The Odd Life of Timothy Green.” Producers have reportedly made several trips to the area and are expected to be here later in the week. Sources say Disney is looking at the oak covered areas near downtown.

Dawson is also in the running for the filming location. Sources say if Albany is chosen, it would have great economic impact on the area.

A public announcement will be made when Disney makes it's final decision.