Those familiar with FilmL.A. and our services know that we regularly publish original research on filming issues in Los Angeles. From our quarterly On-Location Production Reports to our ongoing annual Television Pilot Production Report, FilmL.A. has developed a reputation as a leading source of information and a resource for journalists, academics and businesspeople. We run our fair share of ad … Read More
Dearth of Local TV Production Delivers Double-Digit Letdowns for L.A.
Last week, FilmL.A. released its first quarter film production report for 2012. Unfortunately, the news was anything but rosy for those who work in on-location television production in Los Angeles. Overall filming across all categories slipped 2.1 percent last quarter compared to the same period last year, as measured in permitted production days (PPD). FilmL.A. recorded 11,360 PPD for Q1 … Read More
Local On-Location Filming Activity Sees Slight Rise in 2011
Last year brought both good news and a disconcerting surprise for those who work in Los Angeles’ film and television industry. Overall, on-location production increased 4.2 percent in 2011 compared to 2010 (45,484 PPD in 2011 vs. 43,646 PPD in 2010), but the gain conceals a troubling emerging trend in local TV production. A dismal fourth-quarter showing caused on-location television … Read More
Los Angeles Welcomes Rise in On-Location Feature Film Activity
On-location filming across all categories increased 15.4 percent in the third quarter, according to a report FilmL.A. released earlier this month. Compared to the same period a year ago, last quarter saw a marked increase in on-location Feature film production and an anticipated decrease in TV Drama production. On-location Feature production increased 49.9 percent for the quarter (2,079 permitted production … Read More
FilmL.A. Staff Invited to Sacramento as Expert Witnesses in Legislative Process
Public participation in government is essential for democracy. Yet, there is often a level of public detachment from the seemingly mundane workings of state government in Sacramento. But, every once in awhile, a bill comes along that promises a real impact on the day-to-day lives of Californians. One such bill – AB1069 – promises an economic return benefiting every citizen … Read More