As announced earlier this month, overall on-location filming has been springing forward in Los Angeles, with filming across all categories posting an 18 percent gain in the first quarter of 2010. A total of 11,087 permitted production days (PPD) were recorded for the period, compared to the 9,408 we saw in 2009. Reasons behind the increase vary by production category. Commercials … Read More
Sony Pictures’ Screen Gems Firmly “Planted” in Local Communities
Sony Pictures has long been a supporter of sustainable practices. The studio emphasizes sustainability in the making of movies every step of the way — from sourcing renewable building materials to using bio-degradable products at craft services. The Studio’s specialty film label, Screen Gems, is firmly planted locally and contributes to the local planting of trees as well. Sony Pictures’ Screen … Read More
LAPD Film Unit Undergoes Changes
Just over a year ago, the Los Angeles Police Department launched its Contract Services Section (CSS), which contains a film unit responsible for the review and approval of filming permits on behalf of the Los Angeles Police Department. Since its creation, CSS personnel have been a visible presence at film sets, where they have conducted random spot checks to ensure … Read More
FilmL.A. Installs, Volunteers to Collect Feedback on New Special Conditions for Downtown Filming
On March 1, 2010, FilmL.A. implemented new Special Conditions for Location Filming in Downtown Los Angeles. Installed on a trial/evaluation basis with the consent of city government, the new Conditions supersede all other guidelines for filming within the boundaries of the Downtown Los Angeles Neighborhood Council (DLANC). The new Conditions mark the third major attempt to improve relations between filmmakers, residents … Read More
City of Los Angeles Approves Long-Term Contract with FilmL.A.
What will Los Angeles be like in the year 2030? Surely, much will have changed from the present. Movies and television shows may be shot and viewed through technologies that haven’t yet been invented. One thing, however, will be the same — FilmL.A. will be the City of Los Angeles’ contracted film office. On Friday, March 19, 2010, the Los … Read More