For Filmmakers

Sometimes, when filming in the City of Los Angeles, a single, static location just won’t cut it. You might need b-roll, driving shots, walk and talks, etc. Or maybe you are filming a reality show and don’t know exactly where the scene will take you from moment to moment. If… >>Read more

In the interest of public safety or to capture the perfect shot, some filming activities may require your production company to close public streets. Maybe you’re filming a period piece, and you don’t want a brand-new Tesla Cybertruck driving through your recreation of 1930s Los Angeles. Or maybe you’re filming… >>Read more

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

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

“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

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