Greater Cleveland Film Commission

It’s Friday…and we almost forgot to share our ! 😬Today we’re highlighting the absolutely beautiful scenery and monuments at the Lake View Cemetery in Cleveland Heights. Just 15 minutes outside of Downtown Cleveland, this breathtaking burial ground is home to some of Cleveland’s most famous individuals. It’s also been used for different scenes in Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014), directed by Cleveland's own Russo Brothers.
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To check out more photos of the Cleveland Heights - Lake View Cemetery (GCFC #10130609) as well as hundreds of other filming locations go to https://tinyurl.com/reel-scout or go to “Scout Locations” under the "Filmmakers" Tab on ClevelandFilm.com. You can also check out the cemetery’s website at https://www.lakeviewcemetery.com/visit
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Location scout photo credit: Mike Wendt, G. Mikolajczak, The Nash Files
Movie Director of Photography credit: Trent Opaloch

Our friends at the Chagrin Documentary Film Festival are seeking volunteers for CDFF15!

The festival takes place this year Oct 1-6th and it’s a good opportunity to Network, get Industry Insights, and get Behind the Scenes Access!

Volunteers will receive complimentary film tickets, access to filmmaker panels and more!

More information is available here:

Here's a link to the volunteer signup: https://app.initlive.com/web-admin/app/ #/join-party?k=q8kmyoavraiwvs

Here's a link for training signup: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd9YX33rYsYMR28WpxHjQi-uevNEnjYwp5OkZIF7vMTAV472w/viewform

Join the Cleveland 48 Hour Film Project tonight at Boss Dog Brewing for the first official mixer of the Cleveland 48 Hour Horror & Sci-Fi Film Project!

• Looking to boost your rental income potential? Join us tomorrow for an eagerly anticipated Master Class with Tax Specialist Scott Jessup from 10 AM to 12 PM PST via Zoom. Class is open to all, free for PMG members and $20 for non members. Follow the link in to buy tickets.

It’s that time again, . If you look up “Tavern” on the GCFC’s location database, a plethora of results come up. However, if you have a keen eye for Cleveland cinema - you would recognize that the old Croatian Tavern in Goodrich-Kirtland Park is the tavern in the opening sequence of Judas and the Black Messiah (2021)
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To check out more photos of the Croatian Tavern (GCFC #10079243) as well as hundreds of other filming locations go to https://tinyurl.com/reel-scout, or go to “Scout Locations” under the "Filmmakers" Tab on ClevelandFilm.com.
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Location scout photo credit: Tim Kanieski
Movie Director of Photography credit: Sean Bobbitt

We're entering spooky season soon, and that means it's time for horror movies!

Ashland-based studio Cranked Up Films will premiere its latest locally produced film FRESH HELL: THE EXORCISM OF SAINT PATRICK with a special Q&A this Thursday at the Cedar Lee Theatre at 7:30 pm! Click the link to learn more and get tickets.

Local Film Premiere: "Fresh Hell: The Exorcism of Saint Patrick" | Aug 29 - Cleveland Film Cranked Up Films to premier “Fresh Hell: The Exorcism of Saint Patrick” August 29th. Ashland-based studio Cranked Up Films will premier its latest film FRESH HELL: THE EXORCISM OF SAINT PATRICK with a special Q&A following the film. SYNOPSIS: A pastor takes a young gay teen to a cabin to perform...

SCAM ALERT: Attention Local Crew Members

A short film job opportunity offering a rate of $1,800 (a drastically higher than standard rate) has been emailed to members of the Ohio film community. It is our estimation that this is a FALSE project that is intended to be a phishing scheme.

If you are promised a higher-than-normal rate and/or are asked to secure locations or equipment with a blank check, this is not a normal request.

If you receive this type of email, please let us know or ignore it. Thank you!

It’s Friday! You know what that means! On today’s , we want to shine a spotlight on the NASA Plumbrook Station in Sandusky. Not only did The Avengers (2012) film in the City of Cleveland, but they also filmed here. It appears in the opening sequence as the interior of an underground S.H.I.E.L.D Research Facility!
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To check out more photos of the Sandusky-NASA Plumbrook Station (GCFC #1018711) as well as hundreds of other filming locations go to https://cleveland.reel-scout.com/loc_results.aspx or go to “Scout Locations” on the GCFC Website.
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Location scout photo credit: Bill Garvey
Movie Director of Photography credit: Seamus McGarvey

FREE Screening Opportunity! Our friends at Allied Global Marketing are giving you the opportunity to see the film BETWEEN THE TEMPLES tomorrow (Tuesday Aug 20th) night at the Cedar Lee Theatre at 7pm! Between the Temples is a heartwarming dramedy featuring Cleveland’s own Carol Kane as a music teacher opposite one of her former students played by Jason Schwartzman!

Click this link below to fill out a Google form for a chance to win tickets to this screening!

https://tinyurl.com/TEMPLES216

It’s Fri-yay and you know what that means: ! Shooting Stars (2023) The LeBron James biopic, was filmed in 2022 in the Cleveland and Akron areas. Today’s featured location is Cleveland-Former South High School located off Broadway Avenue in Slavic Village in Downtown CLE. The production filmed a lot of scenes that doubled as interiors for Akron’s St. Vincent-St. Mary High School.

Shooting Stars Impact:
🏀 Spent an estimated $25.5 million in the region
🏀 4 weeks of filming in NE Ohio, plus 1.5 months of prep and 1 month of wrap
🏀 Employed 400 crew and 2,000 extras

Location scout photo credit: Mike Wendt
Movie Director of Photography credit: Karsten Gopinath

Browse our Location Database here: https://tinyurl.com/GCFCreelscout
Learn more about when the film shot in Cleveland: https://www.cleveland.com/entertainment/2022/05/lebron-james-biopic-shooting-stars-currently-filming-in-northeast-ohio-will-premiere-on-peacock-in-2023.html

From Cleveland 19 News:

"'...this year, [Northeast Ohio's] already had $80 million in production that’s been spent here already,' said [GCFC] President Bill Garvey. 'This year, we’ve been able to attract $148 million to come to choose Northeast Ohio, and with the latest round that was just announced, another $68 million on top of that.'"

Want to be a part of bringing more movies to ? As a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, we rely on community supporters like YOU to help us continue driving film business to Northeast Ohio. Become a member today by visiting our website, ClevelandFilm.com!

An organization’s goal to bring more movies to Cleveland For weeks, the filming of the movie “Superman” took over downtown Cleveland, and the organization Greater Cleveland Film Commission is working to continue growing the industry in Northeast Ohio.

Join us for the GCFC Fall Media Mixer on Sept 11th, 6-9pm at McCarthy's Downtown! Network with film professionals, learn about local industry news and job opportunities, and more. Enter to win Cinemark Movie Passes when you RSVP now for this FREE event, courtesy of the GCFC Associate Board!

A few weeks back several filmmaking teams got to premiere their films at the Capitol Theatre for the Cleveland 48 Hour Film Project. Now you get to see the Best Of and Awards! Tomorrow evening at the Capitol Theatre at 7pm!

Ticket information here: https://booking.clevelandcinemas.com/tickets/44008/59736

• The Shawshank Redemption 30th Anniversary Cast Discussion - Tickets are still available 🎟️

Join us at the historic Renaissance Theatre, where The Shawshank Redemption premiered in 1994, for an exclusive panel discussion hosted by Ben Mankiewicz, the renowned host of Turner Classic Movies. This event will feature a lively discussion session with returning cast and crew members, including the director, several lead actors, and key supporting characters. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to delve into the making of the film and hear firsthand stories from those who brought it to life. Secure your tickets now for an unforgettable evening celebrating the legacy of Shawshank with the very people who created it.

Attending: Frank Darabont, David Lester, Bob Gunton, William Sadler, Gil Bellows, Mark Rolston, Scott Mann, Alfonso Freeman, Mack Miles, Claire Slemmer, Paul Kennedy, Kokayi Ampah

Date:
Friday, August 9, 2024
Time:
4:00pm-5:30pm

Location:
Renaissance Theatre
138 Park Ave. W.
Mansfield, Ohio
Phone: 419-522-2726

Ticket: $48.00 – $78.00 including fees

Get tickets : shawshanktrail.com/ticketed-events-for-shawshank30

Our friends at the Cinematheque at the Cleveland Institute of Art are celebrating their 38th Anniversary this weekend and we thought it’s pretty cool that they are showing one of the earlier films by ‘s own The Russo Brothers’ WELCOME TO COLLINWOOD on a 35mm print Tonight (8/8) at 8:40pm and Friday (8/9) at 7pm. The all-star cast includes George Clooney, Sam Rockwell, and William H. Macy! See link in bio for ticket information!

Literary Cleveland & GCFC are happy to present Screenwriting: Film Industry Info Session on Monday, October 7th from 6:30 - 8:30 pm. Cost is $30/$20 for Literary Cleveland Members, and is limited to 25 people, so sign up today!

In this session, learn the basics of the film industry and meet other aspiring screenwriters. The class begins with a brief introduction to the industry by GCFC. The second section will be an in-depth presentation followed by a longer segment with Tiffany Alexander, CSU film teacher and award-winning journalist. The evening will end with a group Q+A and networking.

• The extended and final deadline is now Sunday, August 4th 11:59PM PT for the Black Film Space X cliveRd. 10K Proof of Concept Short Film Grant.

We are accepting one short film script under 15 minutes/pages that aims to serve as a teaser for a feature film or episodic series. All genres are welcome.

For more info and to apply visit blackfilmspace.com/cliverd

Night 1 of the Cleveland 48 Hour Film Project screenings took place tonight at the Capitol Theatre! Teams had just 48 hours to create a short film, with the grand prize winner going on to represent Cleveland on the national stage! Congrats to all participants!

The Greater Cleveland Film Commission (GCFC) is proud of its success in attracting 6 new productions to choose Northeast Ohio in the most recent Ohio Motion Picture Tax Credit application round.

In combination with recent application rounds, GCFC has booked 17 productions with total combined budgets of $208,002,972 to choose to film in Northeast Ohio in 2024, including the recently wrapped high-profile Warner Bros. and Disney movies.

As a result of the GCFC’s advocacy and attraction efforts, those two productions directly spent a combined $77,572,289 in Northeast Ohio in 2024, hired hundreds of crew, engaged with hundreds of local businesses, and booked 30,966 hotel room nights (over $4.5 million spent).

This is new investment flowing into Ohio, spending at Ohio vendors, and creating jobs in Ohio. GCFC lays the groundwork for months, if not years, in advance of filming, directly leading to new production investment and jobs.

Ohio Motion Picture Tax Credit Announces $36.7 Million in Support of New Film, TV & Theater Projects - Cleveland Film SOURCE: Greater Cleveland Film Commission July 30, 2024 Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and the Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik have announced that $36.7 million in state tax credits will support 17 film, TV, and theatrical production projects in Ohio. As part of the Ohio Motion Pict...

• Tickets for the 2024 are now on sale! 36 teams of filmmakers will be premiering their short films on the big screen at the in Cleveland. Share with your cast/crew/family/friends/enemies/etc. and support local film! Ticket purchase links are in the bio 🎥 🍿

WORK OPPORTUNITY FOR SOUND PERSON:

Hiring a SOUND PERSON on 8/1 and 8/4 in Cleveland.

RATE: 600/day

HOURS:

Thursday 8/1 — 6pm to 10pm
Sunday 8/4 — 8am to 1pm

Any interested parties please send an email to: [email protected]

From Deadline Hollywood

Teamsters, Basic Crafts Reach Tentative Deal With Studios Just Before July 31 Contract Expiration It got ver close to the July 31 deadline, but in the end the Teamsters & the AMPTP struck a deal to advert a strike

Some good news over the weekend as the Teamsters reached a tentative agreement with the studios! Let's keep the cameras rolling in 2024!

Teamsters, Basic Crafts Reach Tentative Deal With Studios Just Before July 31 Contract Expiration It got ver close to the July 31 deadline, but in the end the Teamsters & the AMPTP struck a deal to advert a strike

Be a superhero for Cleveland Film! For a limited time, all new and renewing GCFC Members at the $100 "Bronze" level and above will receive a vintage t-shirt from the GCFC 2016 screening of "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice"!

Visit https://www.clevelandfilm.com/membership/ to become a member today!

Already a GCFC Member? Receive a t-shirt as our thank you with a gift of $100 or more. Make your gift at https://www.clevelandfilm.com/donate/

Feature films, even ones with storylines originating in Cleveland, do not automatically choose to . In fact, originally there were no plans to film the latest production in the Cleveland area.

The Greater Cleveland Film Commission (GCFC) brings movies to our region with attractive film locations, a veteran crew base, and a record of successfully guiding productions through the filmmaking process.

GCFC lays the groundwork for months if not years in advance of filming, directly leading to new production investment and local jobs.

GCFC's work just drove $36,972,289 to be spent with local vendors and created hundreds of local jobs.

Become part of the movement to train the next generation of local film professionals and drive production investment to choose NE Ohio.

The 5th Annual Hilltop Festival of Diversity and Inclusion takes place tomorrow at St. Ignatius High School! FREE Admission! This festival will feature films made by those from underrepresented communities and discussion! More information contact [email protected]!

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We have another major feature film looking for local/regional crew! They are actively interviewing for these roles right now so please send your resumes/reels/information to the following email:

[email protected]

SHELBY OAKS which and was directed by Chris Stuckmann had its long awaited World Premiere last night at Fantasia Festival in Montreal! Congrats to Chris and his team!

How Chris Stuckmann Went From YouTube Film Critic to Making His Own Horror Movie — Courting Neon and Mike Flanagan in the Process "Shelby Oaks" is the debut feature from YouTube film critic Chris Stuckmann.

• - today we are leaving you after six amazing weeks of shooting. From the moment we first came here on a scout a tad less than a year ago and Terminal Tower was lit up with the colors of Superman, I knew you were a special place. I would walk down your streets and someone would stop me and tell me how grateful they were we were shooting in their city - not once, not twice, but dozens of times. The wonderful background actors on the film were always so fun and funny and they clapped after takes, something that reminded us Hollywood cynics why we make movies in the first place. The pride you feel in being where Jerry and Joe first created Superman was invigorating. You exemplify his spirit. But just as much it’s the pride you have in your community, your hometown, your radio stations and restaurants and gathering places that touched me. Every city would be so lucky to have people that loved their city as much as you. You simply couldn’t have been more wonderful, kind, or accommodating to me and our performers and crew. Thank you a thousand times over for being our friends and partners on this film. Much love to you all.🙏🧜‍♂️❤️

*UPDATE: Pop in Wed-Fri this week during our regular business hours OR on Saturday, July 13 from 11 AM to 1 PM to test out Aputure‘s awesome new XT26! We’re excited to get our hands on this beast and to get your opinion on it!