Features & Interviews

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Features

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.

Eyes of a Location Scout

Through the Eyes of a Location Scout

Through the Eyes of a Location Scout

“Being a location manager means throwing a 300-person wedding in a different location every day for 90 days…and everyone is a Bridezilla.”

Discover Filmmaking Through the Eyes of a Real Location Scout

Discover Filmmaking Through the Eyes of a Real Location Scout

Evan Chan embraces both the creative and the practical in his location scout role Even before Evan Chan finished his film studies at Capilano University (formerly Capilano College), he was already working in the film industry. Not surprising for someone who had spent...

Discover Filmmaking Through the Eyes of a Real Location Manager

Discover Filmmaking Through the Eyes of a Real Location Manager

With over two decades of experience in the industry, Location Manager Desiree Young discusses the joys, challenges and changes of her job By Tinder Kiely Desiree Young broke into the film industry working as a location scout for the beloved show Smallville, while...

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