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New report out today! Since the resumption of on-location filming last June, FilmLA has received 6,585 film permit applications, spanning 4,421 unique projects. After the COVID-19 holiday surge and voluntarily industry production pause in December and January, application activity surged 45 percent from February (with 777 applications) to March (with 1,125 applications). #filmla #filmmaking #creativeindustries

With appreciation for the local studio partners and stage operators who make this work possible, FilmLA Research is pleased to present our latest insights into sound stage and backlot-based production in Greater LA. https://www.filmla.com/filmla-updates-annual-sound-stage-p/ #lalovesfilm #filmla

FilmLA stands firmly opposed to the hatred and racism of our Asian and Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities in all forms. We are disturbed and outraged by the escalation of racism and xenophobia. These horrible, targeted and traumatic attacks highlight the real consequences of racist rhetoric and action.... Here are links to several ways we all can make effective change: https://stopaapihate.org/ https://www.advancingjustice-aajc.org/

Los Angeles area film production picked up in February for the first time in months, while remaining 40 percent below normal, according to FilmLA's latest report. https://www.filmla.com/filmla-issues-eighth-update-on-pand/

The LA City Department of Recreation and Parks is now offering reservations through FilmLA's online reservation system: https://www.filmla.com/la-city-department-of-recreation-an/

A new way to apply for permits is coming later this month. We're excited to tell you more about it: https://www.filmla.com/filmla-to-introduce-new-permit-coor/

"Bliss," released today, is set and was partially filmed in Greater Los Angeles. Should include plenty of fun location spotting for viewers from South Park and Claremont. https://www.thecinemaholic.com/where-was-bliss-filmed/

The number one movie in America this weekend was shot entirely in Los Angeles County. HBO Max's "The Little Things" shot on location in Los Angeles and Santa Clarita, even filming on a large stretch of Highway 33. https://www.thecinemaholic.com/where-was-the-little-things/

Today FilmLA released a pair of reports, including Q4 2020 production stats and our 2020 Television Production Report. Together, these reports provide a portrait of an industry in recovery and responding to the unpredictable COVID-19 pandemic. https://www.filmla.com/covid-19-forces-filming-to-record-l/

UPDATED: Los Angeles County and the City of Los Angeles have advised FilmLA that filming will not be restricted to the hours between 5 a.m. / 7 a.m. and 10 p.m., as previously announced. Filmmakers are highly encouraged to stay within those limits, if feasible, and be mindful of community impact while California’s Limited Stay at Home Order is in effect.

Even as filming is beginning a slow return in Greater Los Angeles, a sobering new report released today reveals the enduring effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the region’s film, television and commercial production industry. #research #filmproduction

With Coronavirus case counts surging and many sectors of the economy reeling, FilmLA asks all industry customers to be vigilant to help protect jobs and public health.

The film and television industry is directly responsible for more than $26.2 billion wages paid in #California #lalovesfilm

According to LA County public health professionals, regular testing is no substitute for proactive COVID-19 prevention. And as recent production suspensions remind us, keeping cameras rolling in LA is a group effort. With the holidays approaching, please know and share the guidance for safer private gatherings. To be safer at home is to be #SaferAtWork

Great news! "Guiding principles include strictly enforced testing regimens and safety protocols, a zone-based system, and diligent use of personal protective equipment" the unions said. "The new measures will be implemented by employers in order to minimize the risk of transmission. To ensure workers’ livelihoods are not burdened with added uncertainty during the pandemic, the agreement also includes COVID-19 sick leave and quarantine pay."

Over the last twenty weeks, FilmLA has received approximately 2,565 film permit applications spanning 1,967 unique projects. Monthly application intake increased 23.7 percent in October (to 880 permits) as compared to September (711 permits), and FilmLA’s daily intake now averages around 40 new applications per business day.

A major motion picture injects an estimated $250,000 per day into a local economy when shooting on-location. #lalovesfilm #filmproduction

Looking forward to our online trade show collaboration with FLICS - Film California next week at American Film Market 2020. FilmLA's VP of Operations Donna Washington will join film commissioners from Long Beach, Shasta County, and Placer-Lake Tahoe for the panel, "California: The State of Filming" on 11/9 at 11:00 a.m. Visit AFM on Facebook for details on how to attend. https://youtu.be/cgvnVpP394s

The National Weather Service predicts a severe heat wave for this Labor Day Weekend. Please visit our COVID-19 Resource Center for a filmmaking advisory from LA County Public Health for staying cool and safe. https://www.filmla.com/covid-19/

"Since June, FilmLA has received approximately 1,127 film permit applications from 829 unique projects. Monthly application intake increased nearly 40 percent in August as compared to July, and daily intake now averages around 27 applications per business day." https://www.filmla.com/filmla-issues-third-update-on-produ/

California is home to approximately 47 percent of film and television workers in the United States. #FilmLA #LALOVESFILM #filmindustry

The LA Regional COVID Fund is offering grants to support struggling entrepreneurs, non-profits and small businesses. The deadline is coming up fast. Local entertainment industry vendors, independent studio and ranch operators, and others are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more at www.lacovidfund.org #lalovesfilm #reeljobs #roadmaptorecovery

Looking for something to do this weekend? Join LA County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas for a free drive-in screening of "Cool Runnings" at Exposition Park this Saturday, Sept. 5. RSVP Required. See flyer for details.

A feature on the Los Angeles film, Songbird: The physical production departments at studios are the single-best problem solvers of anyone in the industry. https://deadline.com//songbird-kj-apa-movie-adam-goodman-/

Los Angeles County was the top filming location for US-based scripted TV series in 2018-19. #lalovesfilm #filmingdestinations

The City of Los Angeles does not charge use fees for many city-owned locations for filming, including the iconic Los Angeles City Hall. #lalovesfilm #losangelescityhall #lowbudgetfilm

We have just mailed out some more #lalovesfilm kits and you can still sign up for one at FilmLA.com/LALovesFilm