Location Scout Resource: Massachusetts
Location scout resources for info / data and production news about the State of Massachusetts
Location Scout Resource: Massachusetts Film Office
The best choice for your next production
25% Payroll and Production Tax Credits
Plus MA Sales Tax Exemption
NO CAPS
Deep Experienced Crew, Talent and Vendor bases
Extraordinary Locations:
Country Quaint to Ultra Modern
Seaside to Mountainside
17th Century to 21st Century
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Boston Film Bureau
Boston offers just what you need for smooth, efficient planning and implementation of every aspect of your film production.
To assist in pre-production and on-location plans in our city, the Boston Film Bureau will assist you by offering the following services:
Research of sites for filming
Referral and access to technical support services
Referral and access to crew, talent and other professional personnel
Liaison services between local and federal agencies, the private sector, and production companies
Assistance in securing permits or clearances required for use of public areas
Assistance in making necessary arrangements with the Police Department for traffic control, crowd control or barricading of streets
Location Scout Resource: Location Filming Boston
…via The Boston Globe / A&E / Movies / No Papa permits? No filming here. – By Judy Rakowsky / Globe Correspondent
…It had taken dozens of local, state, and even federal permits and signoffs for filmmakers to pull off this opening scene of the movie “21,” and its success hinged on the approval of one 29-year veteran of Boston City Hall: permit maven Patte Papa…
…City officials now say that opening shot is more flattering than any ad Boston could buy. And the shooting schedule held, averting gridlock at the bridge.
Location Scout Spotlight – Newburyport MA
Mass Film Office bringing the stars to the area – The Daily News of Newburyport