Step behind the camera with our exclusive interviews. We chat with indie producers, visionary directors, accomplished location scouts, studio execs, and regional film commissions, uncovering the personal journeys, emerging trends and future-forward opportunities shaping destination filmmaking across North America.
Step behind the camera with our exclusive interviews. We chat with indie producers, visionary directors, accomplished location scouts, studio execs, and regional film commissions, uncovering the personal journeys, emerging trends and future-forward opportunities shaping destination filmmaking across North America.
With a big city feel from the tall buildings and nightlife, Atlantic City offers so many possibilities for a wide array of genres and plotlines. The Steel Pier and boardwalk give off a summertime aesthetic that can bring you back in time or keep you in modern times. The natural surroundings of sandy beaches, ocean waves and greenery will give you a well-rounded area to work with for your production.
With a big city feel from the tall buildings and nightlife, Atlantic City offers so many possibilities for a wide array of genres and plotlines. The Steel Pier and boardwalk give off a summertime aesthetic that can bring you back in time or keep you in modern times. The natural surroundings of sandy beaches, ocean waves and greenery will give you a well-rounded area to work with for your production.
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.
Filmmakers, TV show junkies and movie buffs mark your calendars for film festivals showcasing diverse genres and inspiring stories.
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.
Imagine algorithms that can sift through heaps of data—like historical weather patterns, geographical details, and logistical considerations—to find the perfect filming spots. AI does just that.
Location scout Janice Polley shares invaluable tips on navigating danger while recounting stories from working on movies around the world.
Leann Emmert discusses the difficulties of working internationally, factoring wildlife while filming and challenges the lack of accolades that location managers receive at the Academy Awards.
The annual Aspen Film Shortsfest—which returns on April 1-7—invites viewers to revel in the glory of 70 expertly crafted short films from across the globe.
“Shutting down streets and blowing things up, that’s my specialty,” says Ilt Jones. Now retired, Jones was a pivotal key in the making of movies such as Inception, Iron Man 3, Kong: Skull Island, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Transformers, and so many more household names.
“Being a location manager means throwing a 300-person wedding in a different location every day for 90 days…and everyone is a Bridezilla.”