In late September, the Association of Independent Commercial Producers (AICP) released its thirteenth Annual Survey of the Commercial Production Industry. The Los Angeles based market research consulting firm Bovitz prepared the report, which measures industry trends and activity in the $6 billion-plus production industry. The survey quantifies the economic impact of commercial production, including identifying geographic trends in production activity … Read More
A Festival to Celebrate the Departing 6th Street Bridge
In late October, thousands of Angelenos gathered at the 6th Street Viaduct to bid goodbye to a Los Angeles icon. The 6th Street Bridge, a neighborhood landmark made famous on the small and silver screens, is earmarked for demolition and replacement. It seemed only fitting that FilmL.A. join other sponsors and the office of Los Angeles City Councilmember Jose Huizar, … Read More
FilmL.A. Working to Attract and Retain Film Projects in L.A.
FilmL.A.’s efforts to attract and retain film projects in Greater Los Angeles are ramping up, even as production makes a return to the L.A. region. Financial and in-kind support to film festivals, galas, industry and community events continue to make FilmL.A. and Los Angeles a visible industry presence. Below is a sampling of the various opportunities FilmL.A. is using to … Read More
FilmL.A. Continues Support for New and Emerging Filmmakers
FilmL.A. is committed to supporting the new and emerging filmmaking community in Los Angeles. Whether it’s through attending introductory meetings at the request of local film educators or sponsoring and attending associated events, encouraging new and emerging talent helps sustain our creative economy. This fall, as part of the 11th Annual HollyShorts Film Festival and screening series, FilmL.A. President Paul … Read More
Jobs Optimism Grows as Filmmakers Invest in L.A.
When the California Film & Television Tax Credit Program 2.0 debuted in July, supporters looked with anticipation to the fall, when the benefits of the new program would first be seen. And now, a little less than six months since initial program funds were allocated, production is booming in Greater Los Angeles and jobs optimism is on the rise. All … Read More