2025 Edition
Destination Film Guide Magazine
Discover North America’s most compelling film locations, insider incentives, festival highlights and production news—all in one free digital magazine.
Filmmaking in the Golden Age of Access
Visual storytelling has been a part of our existence since the dawn of the Silent Era and Talkie Boom. Filmmakers are now navigating the Cine-Tech Age, where AI and innovative technologies are weaving their way through the industry’s architecture and changing the way productions are created. In this robust Destination Film Guide, we explore game-changing film location scouting tools in 2025, how to develop strong industry partnerships, location-first filmmaking trends, and so much more.
Regardless of what you’re producing, working with film commissions is essential, and we explain how to establish successful partnerships for seamless filming. If your production company is traveling abroad, we advise on how to work with local talent and crews, including cultural considerations and collaboration tips.
Location-first filmmaking is an emerging trend for cost-effective productions. We explore the intrigue of ready-to-shoot sites, from abandoned malls and big-box relics to spooky locations crawling with inspiration. We also help eliminate retrofitting nightmares with a breakdown of ADA-ready filming locations and what constitutes an accessible film set.
Take a deep dive into the world’s most impressive underwater film stages and tanks, where masterful aquatic scenes are captured for blockbuster hits. Explore under-the-radar US towns that are rolling out the red carpet for film productions with attractive incentives and filmmaking perks.
Finally, in celebration of visual storytelling, explore the must-attend film festivals throughout the year with our in-depth list of top events, including FilmQuest in Provo, Utah, the Myrtle Beach International Film Festival, and an exciting new festival entering the circuit this year.
Director David Fincher once said, “In film, we sculpt time, we sculpt behavior and we sculpt light.” Shape the next red carpet-worthy production using our in-depth guide today.
Stay inspired and keep the cameras rolling!
Heather Dale, Managing Editor
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Features & Columns
Discover intriguing insights into the world of filmmaking with in-depth feature articles that cover the gamut of production. We cover unique topics, focusing on the nuances of the filmmaking landscape. From spooky filming locations and working with film commissions to incredible underwater film tanks, we cover it here.
North America’s Spookiest Film Locations
Uncover chilling behind-the-scenes tales of North America’s most iconic horror filming locations and learn why these spots still haunt fans today.
Working with Local Film Crews Abroad
Before the cameras roll, you’ll need to consider labor laws, cultural sensitivity and currency when filming in a foreign country.
Big-Box Relics & Abandoned Malls: Film Locations Ready to Shoot
Discover how filmmakers transform abandoned malls and big-box stores into cost-effective film set locations for atmospheric brilliance.
ADA-Compliant Filming Locations Meeting Accessibility Standards
Discover how to identify accessible filming locations to ensure equal participation and avoid costly retrofitting during your production.
Top Film Festivals in 2025 Across North America
A cinematic journey through some of North America’s most dynamic, inspiring must-attend film festivals.
Hi-Tech Film Location Scouting Tools Changing the Game in 2025
Discover cutting-edge solutions enhancing the pre-production process, including AI and drone technology for film location scouting.
Invaluable Benefits of Working with Film Commissions
Discover how to establish and maintain impactful industry partnerships by collaborating with film commissions.
Deep-Dive Filming: Inside the World’s Dynamic Underwater Film Studios
Explore the latest cinematic underwater sound stages and filming tanks, and discover how filmmakers are capturing aquatic scenes like never before.
US Cities Rolling Out the Red Carpet for Film Production
Consider looking beyond the established production hubs for lucrative incentives and access to local talent.
Top Filming Location Picks
Explore the most film-ready destinations across North America in our curated collection of top location profiles. From blockbuster favorites to under-the-radar gems, each spotlight features cinematic visuals, expert insights and direct connections to local film commissions. Whether you’re scouting for your next production or seeking inspiration, these locations across North America are ready for their close-up.
Atlantic City, New Jersey
Summit County, Ohio
Durham Region, Ontario
Glacier Country, Montana
St. Louis, Missouri
Thompson-Nicola Regional District
Louisville, Kentucky
City of Palmdale
Montana Film Office
St. Pete-Clearwater, Florida
Saskatchewan
Binghamton, New York
Simi Valley, California
Montana’s Yellowstone Country
British Virgin Islands
Reading and Berks County
St. Joseph, Missouri
Alabama Mountain Lakes
Massachusetts
FLICS, California
Utica, New York
Film Incentive Guides
Maximize your production budget while discovering breathtaking locations across North and Central America, Canada, and the Caribbean. Our comprehensive incentive library covers federal, state, provincial, and Caribbean rebate programs—spanning tax credits, grants and refunds. Navigate complex eligibility rules and financial benefits so you can choose destinations that fuel both your creative vision and cost efficiency.
American West
Mountain West
Southwest U.S.
Latin America, Hawaii & Caribbean
Canada
Midwestern U.S.
New England
Mid-Atlanic
Southern U.S.
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