The Los Angeles River is one of the most iconic filming locations in the world. It has been used for everything from huge Hollywood blockbusters to small student films. Some of the most prominent examples include Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991), Drive (2011), The Italian Job (2003), and of course GREASE (1978). All good locations should tell a story, and … Read More
Hidden Gems of Los Angeles: Chinatown in Focus
As we embark on the Lunar New Year of the Wood Snake, which is believed to foster growth, resilience, and self-transformation, FilmLA wanted to share a little history and showcase some of Chinatown’s hidden gems. Downtown Los Angeles’ Chinatown neighborhood is not the first neighborhood to bear that name. Old Chinatown, located at the site of Union Station, had a … Read More
Presidents’ Day Permit Deadlines
FilmLA, the City and the County of Los Angeles, and the other jurisdictions we serve will be closed on Monday, February 17th, 2025, in observance of the Presidents’ Day Holiday. Please contact Solution Services at info@old.filmla.com with any questions. Please note that all permits are due by 10am on the date listed below. The deadlines listed below, are for simple … Read More
Update Regarding Regional Fire Emergencies
Updated January 31st, 2025 @4:20pm We recognize that no aspect of life in Greater Los Angeles is unaffected by recent fire events and the heartbreaking loss of lives, homes, businesses and cherished community spaces. Many who participate in the region’s entertainment economy are directly impacted by this tragedy. The numerous fires that struck Greater Los Angeles spanned multiple City and … Read More
FilmLA Releases 2024 On-Location Production Report
FilmLA, partner film office for the City and County of Los Angeles and other local jurisdictions – today issued an update regarding regional filming activity. Overall production in Greater Los Angeles increased 6.2 percent from October through December 2024 to 5,860 Shoot Days (SD)* according to FilmLA’s latest report. Most production types tracked by FilmLA achieved gains in the fourth … Read More