Update: An earlier FilmL.A. Production Alert, dated August 7, detailed a revised procedure for the hiring of security for film-related detail work at LA Metro properties. This Alert supersedes and replaces that announcement. FilmL.A., at the request of L.A. Metro, reminds the production community of the procedures for filming at Metro properties. Metro’s current procedures for filming permits are outlined … Read More
FilmL.A. Pilot Production Report Gives L.A. Good Marks for TV, 2017 Pilot Production Report
FilmL.A., the not-for-profit film office serving the Greater Los Angeles region, today announced the release of a new report prepared by its research division. FilmL.A.’s 2017 Pilot Production Report provides updated insight from the organization’s long-running study of new television projects and promising series. FilmL.A.’s official count shows that 173 broadcast, cable and digital pilots (109 Dramas, 64 Comedies) were … Read More
CicLAvia – San Pedro Meets Wilmington, August 13, 2017
On a Sunday, August 13, 2017, the Metropolitan Transit Authority (METRO) will host CicLAvia – San Pedro Meets Wilmington. Beginning at 9 am, 7 miles of area streets along Avalon, C Street, John S. Gibson, Harbor, 5th Street and Pacific Avenue will be closed. Intended to create a stronger sense of community in San Pedro and Wilmington, CicLAvia closes streets for … Read More
Cancellations and Low Pilot Yields Affect Q2 Stats; TV Comedies & TV Web see Record High, Year-to-Date
On-location film production in Greater Los Angeles slipped 4.7 percent between April and June, 2017 to 9,466 Shoot Days (SD)*, according to an update from FilmL.A. Local on-location Feature production decreased 18.5 percent (1,067 SD) in the second quarter. “Declines in any category need to be put in context: the year-to-date comparison for the last seven years shows 2017 is second … Read More
Park Officials Urge Caution re: Snakes in Regional Parks
The Park Film Office and FilmL.A. jointly urge film industry personnel to be mindful of possible wildlife encounters when filming in area parks. Increased rains brought heavy brush and vegetation this year. Because of this, we are experiencing an increase in snake population and activity in large and regional parks. Please know that Park Rangers are not available for catch … Read More