Its just unfortunate we didnt get a movie set in Cleveland filmed here.

 

... that, in real life, actually took place here.

Its just unfortunate we didnt get a movie set in Cleveland filmed here.

 

Its hardly unique and happens pretty often....  and theres been plenty of movies that were filmed in Cleveland that were set somewhere else. 

Didn't they use Milwaukee for 'Major League'?

I believe it was there because we couldn't let them use our stadium for some reason. I forget why.

i think it was because Milwaukee County Stadium didn't also have an NFL team using it.

I heard a producer saying "Kill the Irishman" wasn't filmed here because Cleveland had gentrified too much, unlike gritty Detroit... yeah, right... Fact is, Detroit and Michigan's film bureau have been very aggressive about getting films and TV shows filmed in Detroit... I wonder if, as usual, our lack of aggressiveness and organization isn't hurting us.

 

Thats pretty funny....  No actually it was because Michigan had the tax credits in place, when Ohio hadnt yet moved on them.  Now Michigan has done away with the credits and Ohio finally has them.  So now the tables have turned and Clevand won a movie over from Detroit (The Avengers)

 

Yes, but you can't discount that Detroit was very proactive in getting movies and TV set there.  They've had many, many more than Cleveland and most people would agree that Detroit is more distressed than Cleveland (although you wouldn't know it by our latest Census numbers).  The fact is, "The Avengers" was headed to Detroit had not the tax credits been revoked by Michihgan.  And, yes, docu-drama movies are sometimes set in different places than where they took place.  But the fact is, with Cleveland's unfortunately/unfairly fragile image, the last thing we need is Detroit, of all places, hosting filimings of projects based on events, like "Irishman" that are actually a part of Cleveland lore.

Extras Needed for Movie Shoot in Cleveland

 

CLEVELAND Extras are needed for an independent feature film and the producers are scouting talent in Cleveland!

 

'Boot Tracks' is a psychological thriller that stars Matt Dillon and Michelle Monaghan.

 

An open casting call will be held Saturday, March 19 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at E. 13th Street in downtown Cleveland. That's a storefront space next to Reserve Square.

 

http://www.fox8.com/entertainment/wjw-extras-open-casting-call-cleveland-boot-tracks-txt,0,2381403.story

Local school on national news:

 

http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-504784_162-20046038-10391705.html

Being from Cleveland isn't really part of his gimmick, but wrestler Derrick Bateman (real name Mike Hutter), a really nice and HUGE guy, is presently a wrestler in the WWE.  If anyone ever ate at the Lyndhurst Cheesecake factor over the last five or six years, you might have seen him as a server.

 

I know a bunch of his friends and have hung out with him/them a few times. He's definitely proud of being a Clevelander and comes home quite a bit -  he even threw a rather nice party at Velvet Dog after one of the shows a few months ago.

Was able to see Kill the Irishman last night here in Chicago...

I liked it, as it reminded me of the 70s mob heyday in NEO...Pretty well acted and written, like most of the criticisms of the film I agree that many of the characters were not given much of a chance to develop...run time was only about 1:30, so that did not help...and the budget constraints did not help with set variety.

 

Needless to say, with the proper budget and advertising, this could have been a good attraction nationwide. 

Detroit did a nice job standing in as 70s CLE (not sure if that is a compliment), but it would have been great to identify with local landmarks.

Overall, nice work and well worth the price of admission...which is $9.50 now here in CHI!

I was talking to a couple people who were involved "The Avengers" movie yesterday, and they told me two very interesting things: 

 

1) In regards to filming locations, they are planning on filming in and around the old Cleveland Trust Rotunda on Euclid Ave, as well as parts of the Industrial Valley.  They couldn't tell me the other locations simply because their Cleveland geography was lacking.

 

2) They told me they were puzzled why Cleveland hasn't invested in any major sound stages or back lots...especially with the current Ohio tax credit, if Cleveland had the facilities, they would have a monopoly in the Midwest.  Particularly they mentioned using some of the old Industrial Valley land as a staging ground with back lots and sound stages since it is so centrally located, available land, and interesting.

 

I was talking to a couple people who were involved "The Avengers" movie yesterday, and they told me two very interesting things: 

 

1) In regards to filming locations, they are planning on filming in and around the old Cleveland Trust Rotunda on Euclid Ave, as well as parts of the Industrial Valley.  They couldn't tell me the other locations simply because their Cleveland geography was lacking.

 

2) They told me they were puzzled why Cleveland hasn't invested in any major sound stages or back lots...especially with the current Ohio tax credit, if Cleveland had the facilities, they would have a monopoly in the Midwest.  Particularly they mentioned using some of the old Industrial Valley land as a staging ground with back lots and sound stages since it is so centrally located, available land, and interesting.

 

 

I have no knowledge of the film industry but what kind of investment would this involve?

I think there are plenty of abandoned structures around Cleveland that would work well as sound stages.  I remember reading something a few years back that mentioned the CC as ideal for that purpose, but of course that is no longer an option.

Okay, not to bring this up again but....

 

Do you think the people in front of breuer tower could have been just the movie people checking out the location?

Just saw the new documentary Facing Forward (http://www.facingforwardfilm.com/) at the film festival last night, which I thought was really good. This is a film that really delves into Cleveland's more troubled neighborhoods, i.e. it may not be the movie you want to show friends and family right before they visit. That being said, I thought it was both honest and optimisitic.

 

Facing Forward follows one troubled student as he goes through two grades of E Prep (just as the school has come into existence). It highlights how Tyree, with limited literacy at 7th grade, proceeds through a very rigorous educational setting and the sometimes extreme challenges he faces in his home life. Definitely worth checking out, particularly if you have even a passing interest in the Cleveland education system or urban education in general.

Would the mostly abandoned Euclid Square Mall be big enough for sound stages and other production facilities for movie-making?

Yay, glad you thought it was good as mr. RNR was one of the editors!

Yeah, it was really good :) I also really loved the model that was employed, with editing and production assistance coming from students at both Cleveland State and Tri-C. Great to see a high-quality local film highlighting a high-quality local school providing skill training for local people interested in film careers.

Extras Assemble! Opportunities abound for bit roles in 'The Avengers' film to be shot in Cleveland

Published: Friday, April 15, 2011, 8:19 AM    Updated: Friday, April 15, 2011, 8:20 AM

  By Pat Galbincea, The Plain Dealer

 

CLEVELAND, Ohio -- More than 2,000 people will get a chance to have bit parts in the new movie "The Avengers" when filmmakers begin shooting the film this August in Cleveland.

 

But if you miss out at being an extra in that Marvel/Disney super hero film, you will have other chances because 10 other movies are to be filmed here soon.

 

The announcements were made Thursday in a joint news conference by The Greater Cleveland Film Commission and Cuyahoga County Executive Ed FitzGerald on the west bank of the Flats.

 

READ MORE AT:

http://blog.cleveland.com/metro/2011/04/post_452.html

Looks like two more movies will be announced soon.

 

Movie makers falling in love with Cleveland, more movies to be filmed here

 

By: Paul Kiska

CLEVELAND - Ohio tax credits have certainly put Cleveland on the map for making big budget blockbusters, but there's more to the story than that. Movie makers are falling in love with our city.

 

It's gritty and pretty. Welcome to Hollywood on the north coast. You already know The Avengers movie will be made in Cleveland.

 

Now, the head of the Greater Cleveland Film Commssion said to expect more good news in the days to come.

 

Ivan Schwarz, Executive Director of the Greater Cleveland Film Commission, said he's close to lining up two more movies to be made in Cleveland. But can't announce the films until the deals are signed.

 

http://www.newsnet5.com/dpp/news/local_news/cleveland_metro/movie-makers-falling-in-love-with-cleveland-more-movies-to-be-filmed-here

I want to be an extra for a love scene with Scarlett Johansson...

 

http://cinematicpassions.files.wordpress.com/2008/05/scarlett-johansson-wallpapers-3.jpg

Movie makers falling in love with Cleveland, more movies to be filmed here

 

....Movie makers are falling in love with our city. It's gritty and pretty. Welcome to Hollywood on the north coast. You already know The Avengers movie will be made in Cleveland....Ivan Schwarz, Executive Director of the Greater Cleveland Film Commission, said he's close to lining up two more movies to be made in Cleveland. But can't announce the films until the deals are signed.....

 

http://www.newsnet5.com/dpp/news/local_news/cleveland_metro/movie-makers-falling-in-love-with-cleveland-more-movies-to-be-filmed-here

 

This is great news. I hope these deals go through.

 

Also, what ever happened to that film studio (Nehst?) that was leasing space in the Convention Center--are they still there amidst all the construction?

 

[[Mods:  I know we already have a "Cleveland: The City in Movies & TV" topic in "City Discussions" but this is about the the business/jobs/economics of films and movies in CLE as it relates to the city's employment and economy--so that's why I created a new thread instead of putting this info there as its a different topic.]]

This pretty funny...did anyone see this live??

 

ESPN, Oprah surprise Cleveland man with date to be a guest sportscaster

Published: Monday, April 18, 2011, 4:56 PM    Updated: Tuesday, April 19, 2011, 6:30 AM

By Mark Dawidziak, The Plain Dealer The Plain Dealer

 

Ron Brown was sitting in the bar of a Winking Lizard restaurant Sunday evening when he heard his name mentioned by an ESPN "SportsCenter" anchor.

 

Brown, who lives in Cleveland, was sitting with his best friend, James Hill, who had invited him to the Winking Lizard on Huron Road in Cleveland. It was a setup, as Brown learned.

 

"Well, it seems that Ron's best friend, James Hill, wrote into 'The Oprah Winfrey Show' and asked if they could hook him up with a reporting gig for his favorite sports network, ESPN," said Negandhi's co-anchor, Ryan Burr, according to a transcript provided by ESPN. "So, Ron are you watching?"

 

He was. Negandhi then dropped the big news: "Ron Brown of Cleveland, Ohio, we're talking to you. Yes, you Ron Brown. Listen up. Here's the deal. We're sending you on assignment. You're going to interview one of the biggest stars in the NBA, Derrick Rose of the Chicago Bulls."

 

"And after your interview, you're going to head back here to our ESPN anchor desk to give us the lowdown," Burr said.

 

http://www.cleveland.com/tv-blog/index.ssf/2011/04/espn_oprah_surprise_cleveland_man_with_date_to_be_a_guest_sportscaster.html

Another movie announced.  This one from Paramount:

 

Nickelodeon's Victoria Justice to shoot movie comedy in Cleveland

Published: Friday, April 22, 2011, 12:30 PM   

By Julie Washington, The Plain Dealer The Plain Dealer

 

Another film -- this one starring Nickelodeon star Victoria Justice -- is planning to film in Cleveland.

 

The untitled project is expected to hire about 500 Ohioans as production crew and extras, according to the Ohio Department of Development. Shooting should begin in late spring, with the movie landing in theaters October 2012.

 

Justice will play a sarcastic teenager who loses her little brother when they go trick-or-treating; she must find him before their mother discovers he's missing. Actor Thomas Mann ("It's Kind of a Funny Story") is reportedly in talks to play Justice's love interest in the comedy, according to the Hollywood Reporter.

 

The untitled comedy joins 10 other movies that have announced plans to film in this area, including the comic book movie "The Avengers" and the psychological thriller "Boot Tracks" starring Matt Dillon and Michelle Monaghan.

 

The Ohio Department of Development has approved a $4.7 million state tax credit for Justice's movie. To date, about 15 movies have taken advantage of the tax credit.

 

http://www.cleveland.com/movies/index.ssf/2011/04/untitled_comedy_starring_nicke.html

OK, here it is:

 

Another filmmaker plans to shoot a movie in Cleveland

By TIMOTHY MAGAW

1:46 pm, April 22, 2011 -- Crains

 

"Cleveland isn't Tinseltown yet, but it could be well on its way as the state announced today another major motion picture would be filmed in the city thanks to a $4.7 million tax credit.

 

The still-unnamed film from Paramount Pictures is set to begin shooting this spring, and is the third to be filmed in Ohio since the Ohio Motion Picture Tax Credit went into effect last year. The film is expected to employ about 545 Ohioans as part of the crew, according to a news release from the Ohio Department of Development......

 

....The plot of the unnamed film centers on a “sarcastic teenage girl who is forced to take her little brother trick-or-treating on Halloween, then loses him and must find him before their mother finds out,” according to the release. The film will star Victoria Justice, who has made appearances in several series on the Nickelodeon cable channel, and will be directed by Josh Schwartz, creator of the teen-TV drama “The O.C.”

 

http://www.crainscleveland.com/article/20110422/FREE/110429925

This is actually about Akron on tv.  I just saw the new Sonic (a fast food chain) commercial for their hot dogs, where they tout the Chicago or New York style dog, and then they point out Akron on the map saying it is right between NY and Chicago.  The idea is which dog will those in Akron choose? 

^Looks like I had confirmation on that film in crain's. I had a letter this week on Paramount letterhead stuck in my front door in Lakewood that they were going to be shooting a film and were targeting neighborhood that had a John Hughes/ Sixteen candles/ Father of the Bride look for exterior shots. They were also looking for homes to be used for interior shots, and if interested to call them at such and such a number. I forget the name of the film though, hopefully the wife didn't throw out the letter. "Big Fun" is the name that is stuck in my head. I'll update the post when I can confirm the name.

Looks like another film is to be shot here. I had a letter this week on Paramount letterhead stuck in my front door in Lakewood that they were going to be shooting a film and were targeting neighborhood that had a John Hughes/ Sixteen candles/ Father of the Bride look for exterior shots. They were also looking for homes to be used for interior shots, and if interested to call them at such and such a number. I forget the name of the film though, hopefully the wife didn't throw out the letter. "Big Fun" is the name that is stuck in my head. I'll update the post when I can confirm the name.

 

That's great! And I'd say LW fits the bill perfectly....well, not my hood, but yours must be nicer lol.

 

 

^ I updated my post. Looks like it was the film in the Crain's article above.

Duh, I can't believe I just found out about this one....

 

Yesterday a friend of  mine just asked if she could borrow a ton of record albums for wall decoration, I wondered why.

 

Today I find she's doing set design for the above mentioned film!

 

 

Wow! OK, I think it's to the point Cleveland needs some converted soundstages and more movie related industry.  I talked to one of the cameramen for "The Avengers" and he asked me why Cleveland doesn't have any permanent soundstages in the city.  I told him we're not used to movies being filmed here.  He also said that cities like Boston and Washington DC have multiple places to rent or buy equipment (lighting, camera lense filters, etc) that if they need a quick adjustment they can go buy or rent the needed stuff that day of filming.  He said Cleveland seems to lack these businesses, although he did mention he'd stopped into Dodd camera.

 

Four more Hollywood films slated to be shot soon in Ohio: Kim Basinger, Val Kilmer among stars

Published: Tuesday, May 31, 2011, 2:30 PM    Updated: Tuesday, May 31, 2011, 2:45 PM

Michael Sangiacomo, The Plain Dealer By Michael Sangiacomo, The Plain Dealer

 

 

Four new films will be shot in Ohio, bringing to 21 the number of films to be made here since former Gov. Ted Strickland's Motion Picture Tax Credit program went into effect last year.

 

The Ohio Film Office announced the latest four films to be shot are: "Liberal Arts," starring "How I Met Your Mother" actor and Columbus-native Josh Radnor; "Old Fashioned," written and directed by former New Philadelphia resident Rik Swartzwelder; "Over the Wall," starring Kim Basinger, Nick Stahl and Freddy Rodriguez ;and "Seven Below Zero" starring Val Kilmer.

 

These movies, along with films that will be shot in Cleveland including "The Avengers," a big-budget superhero film starring Robert Downey Jr., Samuel L. Jackson and others; "Boot Tracks" starring Matt Dillon; and "Fun Size," starring Nickelodeon star Victoria Justice, are putting Ohio on the map as a state friendly to film producers.

 

http://blog.cleveland.com/metro/2011/05/four_more_films_slated_to_be_s.html

Could American Greetings' headquarters become a movie studio?

Thursday, May 26, 2011

http://www.cleveland.com/business/index.ssf/2011/05/could_american_greetings_headquarters_become_a_movie_studio.html

 

 

BROOKLYN, Ohio -- American Greetings Corp. hasn't moved out, but the Greater Cleveland Film Commission already wants to turn the building into a movie studio.

Ivan Schwarz, executive director of the Film Commission, said plans are still in the early stages, but he sees the potential to turn parts of the 1-million-square-foot corporate headquarters into a high-tech multimedia film production center.

He said he would love to get started before 2014, when American Greetings is scheduled to leave.

 

"They have a lot of space that would work perfectly for our purposes," Schwarz said.

"It's a well-kept building with the potential for many different types of production and multiple uses. We could turn the warehouse into sound stages, offices into production offices and a backlot that people that could shoot in."

 

Schwarz is headed to Los Angeles next week and wants to bring back an expert to help him evaluate the site's potential.

 

Four more Hollywood films slated to be shot soon in Ohio: Kim Basinger, Val Kilmer among stars

 

http://blog.cleveland.com/metro/2011/05/four_more_films_slated_to_be_s.html

 

 

Four new films will be shot in Ohio, bringing to 21 the number of films to be made here since former Gov. Ted Strickland's Motion Picture Tax Credit program went into effect last year.

The Ohio Film Office announced the latest four films to be shot are: "Liberal Arts," starring "How I Met Your Mother" actor and Columbus-native Josh Radnor; "Old Fashioned," written and directed by former New Philadelphia resident Rik Swartzwelder; "Over the Wall," starring Kim Basinger, Nick Stahl and Freddy Rodriguez ;and "Seven Below Zero" starring Val Kilmer.

These movies, along with films that will be shot in Cleveland including "The Avengers," a big-budget superhero film starring Robert Downey Jr., Samuel L. Jackson and others; "Boot Tracks" starring Matt Dillon; and "Fun Size," starring Nickelodeon star Victoria Justice, are putting Ohio on the map as a state friendly to film producers.

"With recent movies such as 'Unstoppable,' 'Ides of March,' 'The Avengers' and more, Ohio is seeing a boom of interest from Hollywood," said James Leftwich, director of the Ohio Department of Development. "These films will provide an economic boost to the communities that serve as sets and continue to grow Ohio's film industry into something Ohioans can be proud of."

 

^Great news. I heard Michigan--where Cleveland's Danny Green movie was shot (Detroit) is eliminating their movie tax credit. Not sure why. It works right?--or at least seems to be doing so for Ohio.

 

'Hot in Cleveland' stars to get key to the city

Published: Monday, June 13, 2011, 1:23 PM, Updated: Monday, June 13, 2011, 3:20 PM

By Mark Dawidziak, The Plain Dealer

 

"Hot in Cleveland" stars Wendie Malick, Betty White, Valerie Bertinelli and Jane Leeves will receive the key to the city from Mayor Frank Jackson during a Thursday ceremony at Tower City. It's official, or, at least, it soon will be. The city of Cleveland has taken the TV Land sitcom "Hot in Cleveland'' to its heart. The cable series gets the ultimate ceremonial stamp of approval Thursday when stars Valerie Bertinelli, Wendie Malick, Jane Leeves and Betty White receive the key to the city from Mayor Frank G. Jackson. Open to the public, this warm embrace of "Hot in Cleveland" starts at 11:45 a.m. at the grand staircase of Tower City Center ...

 

The evening before the Tower City ceremony, the four "Hot in Cleveland" stars will attend an invitation-only event at the Rock and Roll of Fame and Museum. The 6-10 p.m. V.I.P. party is being sponsored by Forest City Enterprises, Positively Cleveland, TV Land, Huntington Bank, Tower City, Global Cleveland, Aquage and the Rock Hall.

 

More at http://www.cleveland.com/tv-blog/index.ssf/2011/06/hot_in_cleveland_stars_to_get_keys_to_the_city.html

Looks like they're having a good time:

 

http://www.newsnet5.com/dpp/news/local_news/cleveland_metro/Hot-in-Cleveland-cast-walks-Rock-Hall-red-carpet

 

Anyone else taking their lunch break to see them tomorrow?

^^careful Mayday, I hear the guy who snapped that pic, which is used in the opening credits of the show, is a real jerk about people using his work

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

:)

Yet another movie to be filmed in Cleveland this August!:

 

Ohio film tax credit draws another movie shoot to ClevelandBy JAY MILLER

10:36 am, June 16, 2011

 

The Ohio film tax credit has attracted another movie shoot to Cleveland.

“I, Alex Cross,” based on a book by mystery novelist James Patterson, will begin filming in Cleveland in August.

“This is shaping up to be, far and away, the busiest summer for movie production in Cleveland history,” said Ivan Schwarz, executive director of the Greater Cleveland Film Commission, in a news release.

http://www.crainscleveland.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110616/FREE/110619880

 

Just as long as they don't cast someone far too old like Morgan Freeman as Alex Cross. I mean, what the hell was with that casting?

Just as long as they don't cast someone far too old like Morgan Freeman as Alex Cross. I mean, what the hell was with that casting?

 

Denzel had another commitment. He's the only other black actor that Hollywood can choose from (I mean, other than Chris Tucker, right?)

 

/Sarc

Just as long as they don't cast someone far too old like Morgan Freeman as Alex Cross. I mean, what the hell was with that casting?

 

Denzel had another commitment. He's the only other black actor that Hollywood can choose from (I mean, other than Chris Tucker, right?)

 

/Sarc

 

Tyler Perry is cast in the role.

Just as long as they don't cast someone far too old like Morgan Freeman as Alex Cross. I mean, what the hell was with that casting?

 

Denzel had another commitment. He's the only other black actor that Hollywood can choose from (I mean, other than Chris Tucker, right?)

 

/Sarc

 

Tyler Perry is cast in the role.

 

Thank you for the spit take.

Back to "Hot in Cleveland"...the ladies received the keys to the city today:

 

http://blog.cleveland.com/metro/2011/06/hot_in_cleveland_cable_tv_star.html

Just as long as they don't cast someone far too old like Morgan Freeman as Alex Cross. I mean, what the hell was with that casting?

 

Denzel had another commitment. He's the only other black actor that Hollywood can choose from (I mean, other than Chris Tucker, right?)

 

/Sarc

 

Tyler Perry is cast in the role.

Just as long as they don't cast someone far too old like Morgan Freeman as Alex Cross. I mean, what the hell was with that casting?

 

Denzel had another commitment. He's the only other black actor that Hollywood can choose from (I mean, other than Chris Tucker, right?)

 

/Sarc

 

Tyler Perry is cast in the role.

 

Does Tyler Perry actually have any acting talent?  I only know of him in roles doing drag, and producing black sitcoms that really arent very funny (but I guess they fill a niche?)

my mom said she saw the hot in cleveland ladies today and that they look the same in real life as in on tv.

I saw the Hot In Cleveland pilot the other day.  I was pleasantly surprised and I am VERY selective in my sitcoms.

Well, if Tyler can put on some muscle for the role, I don't mind him as Alex Cross. He certainly is height and age appropriate.

 

Certainly a better casting decision than Tom Cruise as Reacher. Dear lord is that an epic failure.

^^careful Mayday, I hear the guy who snapped that pic, which is used in the opening credits of the show, is a real jerk about people using his work

:)

 

Oh I know - can you believe those ladies defaced one of his printed photos?!?!?!? ;-)

 

 

Yeah - OH. MY. GOD. Wendie Malick LOVES my photo!!! SQUEAL!!!!

 

Ill give you $3 for that!!!

Tyler Perry headed to Cleveland for 'I, Alex Cross': Thriller is fifth film slated to shoot here this summer

 

http://www.cleveland.com/moviebuff/index.ssf/2011/06/tyler_perry_headed_to_clevelan.html

 

Major movies are rapidly adding a new tag line to their credits: Made in Cleveland.

 

Five films start shooting here this summer, making it the most production-crazed period in the city's history. Two new players were added Thursday.