Production Roundup July 22

Production Roundup July 22

Elizabeth Olsen signs on to Apple series, Denis Leary returns with a new sitcom, and Con Air director casts Aaron Eckhart in a new action thriller Once There Were Wolves (Apple Studios) Elizabeth Olsen (WandaVision, Love & Death) will star in the new series Once...
How Reality TV Filming Locations Impact Local Tourism

How Reality TV Filming Locations Impact Local Tourism

The most notable example of a reality TV hotspot boosting the local economy is the immense success of HGTV’s Fixer Upper. Premiering on HGTV in 2013, the show depicted the renovation and redecorating business of married Texas couple Chip and Joanna Gaines. Fixer Upper became an unprecedented phenomenon for the network by drawing millions of viewers per episode, and the couple’s signature architectural style of shiplap and wainscoting popularized the “farmhouse chic” style of the late 2010s that brought their Magnolia lifestyle brand national prominence.

Set-Jetting: A Travel Guide for Film Enthusiasts

Set-Jetting: A Travel Guide for Film Enthusiasts

One of the most beneficial aspects of the set-jetting trend is its long-term impact on local tourism and the communities in general. Even years after the production of a movie or television show has ended, fans continue to visit the locations featured on screen, providing a steady stream of tourists to the community.

Unsung Heroes of Film: Academy Awards for Location Managers in Film

Unsung Heroes of Film: Academy Awards for Location Managers in Film

In the world of filmmaking, where every scene is a piece of a larger narrative puzzle, location managers are the hidden assets who ensure that the settings not only fit the script but also enhance the visual and emotional impact. The right location can evoke a specific era, mood or cultural backdrop, enriching storytelling by immersing audiences in authentic and compelling environments.

Production Roundup July 8

Production Roundup July 8

Keke Palmer stars in new Boots Riley film, Hugh Jackman to depict Robin Hood, and Liam Neeson gets behind the wheel in cross-country thriller I Love Boosters (Neon) Boots Riley will make his much-anticipated Sorry to Bother You follow-up with I Love Boosters, which he...
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