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Why aren't filmmakers shooting in LA?

Why aren't filmmakers shooting in LA?

Summary

Fewer movies and TV shows are being filmed in Los Angeles, even though it is the heart of the film industry. Many filmmakers are choosing other places because they offer financial incentives, which are called subsidies. This has led to a significant drop in filming activities in L.A.

Key Facts

  • Many filmmakers are choosing to film outside Los Angeles despite its strong ties to Hollywood.
  • Numerous states in the U.S. and various countries provide financial help to filmmakers.
  • This financial help is known as subsidies, and it encourages filmmakers to shoot in different locations.
  • Los Angeles has seen a significant decrease in filming activities in recent years.
  • The COVID-19 pandemic, labor strikes, and wildfires have also impacted L.A.'s film industry.
  • There is an ongoing discussion about how to revive L.A.'s role in filmmaking.

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