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“Hardly a Hostile Takeover”: Animal Performers, Venice Beachgoers Share Access at LA County Beach

For Communities, For Filmmakers | May 22, 2024
It’s easy to be entranced by the spectacle of three majestic horses, seemingly ridden by a trio of apes, walking along Venice Beach. And yet, that was exactly the view these animal performers gave onlookers while filming their cameo appearance in Disney’s blockbuster “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes.”… >>Read more
Los Angeles City Fire Department Adjusts Personnel Assignment Policies

Production Alerts | May 10, 2024
The Los Angeles City Fire Department has asked FilmLA’s help announcing an official change in department policy. The change affects permit seekers looking to make Fire Department personnel adjustments in the 24 hours prior to the start of scheduled filming. Most permits approved by the Los Angeles City Fire Department… >>Read more
FilmLA Solution Services Team Committed to Outreach

For Communities, For Filmmakers | April 30, 2024
FilmLA’s investment in proactive community relations takes many forms. Our robust Notification and Monitoring programs aim at keeping communities informed and supported before and during production. Since 2013, we’ve also maintained a dedicated team of outreach liaisons, who work in collaborative fashion to share expert knowledge and build positive connections… >>Read more
The Pros and Cons of Listing Your Home for Filming

For Communities, For Filmmakers | April 29, 2024
“I’m thinking about listing my property for filming. This is the first time I’ve done this. What am I getting myself into?” -Anonymous For nearly 30 years, FilmLA has been Los Angeles’ leading resource connecting filmmakers and the communities in which they film. As a liaison between our government clients,… >>Read more
Post-Strike Production Rebound Slow to Materialize in Early 2024

Research Updates | April 18, 2024
FilmLA, partner film office for the City and County of Los Angeles and other local jurisdictions – today issued an update regarding regional filming activity. The film industry’s highly-anticipated return to production in 2024 took eight to ten weeks to materialize, according to FilmLA. The end of labor work actions… >>Read more
Film Permits vs. Event Permits: Clearing Up the Confusion

For Filmmakers | February 29, 2024
FilmLA previously published guidance for filmmakers on when film permits are required in Greater Los Angeles. Even though FilmLA does not process special event permit applications, a question is sometimes asked by event planners, community organizers, and concert promoters. The question is, “Do I need a special event permit?” You… >>Read more
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