Destination Film Guide

07/11/2025

🌴🦕 Set-Jet to Thailand’s Jurassic Backdrop 🦖🌴
With Jurassic World: Rebirth now on the big screen, Thailand’s Krabi region is more than a film set—it’s a living, breathing adventure. From emerald mangroves and ancient caves to dino-inspired resorts and real jungle treks, Krabi offers fans a chance to walk in the footsteps of dinosaurs—literally.
🎬 Explore filming locations.
🛶 Kayak through movie scenes.
🌿 Stay where Jurassic magic meets luxury.
Learn how you can get in on the adventure and the resorts helping to make this possible:

The latest film in the Jurassic Park franchise puts Krabi, Thailand, on the map — here are the top filming sites and best luxury hotels in the area

07/09/2025

🎬 This week in InSite…
The American Film Market is heading home to Southern California and LocationEXPO is back in full force. 🌍✨ Plus: new production deals, spotlight features on Montana, Thailand, Kentucky, and more.
Whether you're scouting your next location or tracking industry buzz, we've got you covered. 📖 Read this week’s newsletter for free online now: https://mailchi.mp/ptmgroups/destination-film-guide-insite-july-08

07/08/2025

Keep up with what's brewing behind the scenes with our latest Production Roundup! Get the latest insights on the who, what, and where of North American film & television production, free from Destination Film Guide:

Ted Lasso star Juno Temple lands new Apple series, Dwayne Johnson headlines a new psychological thriller, and Will Ferrell and Ramy Youssef team up for golf-centric Netflix show The Husbands (Apple TV+) Juno Temple (Ted Lasso, Fargo) will headline an 8-episode comedic drama for A24 that will be dist...

07/03/2025

Box office momentum is back, and the future looks bright!
Thanks to a string of blockbuster hits, the North American box office surged to $3.4B by the end of May, and summer 2025 is now tracking toward a massive $4.2B season. From A Minecraft Movie to Lilo & Stitch and Mission: Impossible, audiences are showing up — and sticking around.

And for filmmakers and destinations alike, that means more opportunity on the horizon. Let’s keep the cameras rolling.

"The most important metric now isn't necessarily the opening weekend box office but the long-term playability of films."

07/01/2025

The historic 6,000-seat Louisville Gardens is being transformed into the city’s first-ever dedicated soundstage for film and TV. Thanks to a $10M investment and Kentucky’s new film-friendly legislation, this legendary venue is becoming Louisville Studios at the Gardens—bringing jobs, productions, and fresh energy to the local economy.
🎥 Big things are happening in Kentucky film! Kentucky Film Office

The 120-year-old building has been vacant since 2008.

06/26/2025

🎬 Big news out of Oklahoma! The Cherokee Nation has officially been declared "Film Ready," spotlighting its cutting-edge studios, breathtaking landscapes, and growing film infrastructure. With the opening of Cherokee Film Studios and a commitment to training the next generation of Native filmmakers, Cherokee Film is making bold moves to shape the future of production in the region.

Discover how this visionary investment is turning northeast Oklahoma into a must-film destination.

The Cherokee Nation Reservation was declared as "film ready" by tribal officials in recognition of the tribe's contributions to the industry in Oklahoma.

06/24/2025

🎬 This week in InSite: Where stories take root and legends take shape. From California’s cinematic coastlines to haunted hotels that still give us chills, this issue explores how location is more than just scenery—it’s storytelling power.
Plus, go behind the scenes with legendary location scout Janice Polley, and see why the Cherokee Nation and Atlantic City are rising stars on the film production map. 📥 Read the full newsletter now: https://mailchi.mp/ptmgroups/destination-film-guide-insite-june-23

06/24/2025

🎬 Check out the latest in film & television production news with our Production Roundups! What's in store this week? Learn more about Jamie Foxx headlining an Olympic boxing drama for Netflix, Will Smith and Michael Bay reuniting for a new action-thriller, and Rebecca Hall's role in a zombie outbreak film.

Jamie Foxx headlines Olympic boxing drama for Netflix, Will Smtih and Michael Bay reunite for new action-thriller, and Rebecca Hall stars in a zombie outbreak film Fight for ’84 (Netflix) Jamie Foxx (Back in Action, Day Shift) will continue his successful Netflix run with Fight for ’84. The film...

06/18/2025

🎬 Northern Kentucky to Host Global Film Industry Event! 🎬
The Association of Film Commissioners International | AFCI's 50th Anniversary Cineposium is coming to Northern Kentucky, September 15–18, 2025! It’s the first time in eight years the event returns to North America, and it will be open to the public for the first time ever.

Hosted at Hotel Covington and produced by Film Cincinnati with support from Northern Kentucky Convention & Visitors Bureau, Cineposium will bring together film commissioners, studio execs, and entertainment leaders from around the world. Expect keynotes, expert panels, hands-on workshops, and new opportunities for local creatives, students, and entrepreneurs to engage directly with the global film industry.

🎟️ Check out the announcement at:

Northern Kentucky will play a starring role in a major international film industry event this fall as the Association of Film Commissioners International (AFCI) has selected the area to host its 50th anniversary Cineposium from September 15–18, 2025. Hotel Covington will serve as one of the primar...

06/16/2025

Hollywood sets aren’t just producing blockbusters—they’re helping fight hunger. Meet Every Day Action, a nonprofit founded by two film industry pros turning leftover food from film and TV sets into lifesaving meals for LA’s food-insecure communities. 🍽️

From reducing waste and shrinking landfills to tackling hunger and supporting industry workers, this behind-the-scenes initiative is reshaping how entertainment gives back. And it all started with one question: Why throw away what could nourish others?

Discover how this powerful movement is using the magic of movies to make real-world impact:

Everyday Action reallocates food from film and TV sets, delivering surplus food to donation sites around Los Angeles.

06/10/2025

Film moves the world — and local economies 🌍
This week’s InSite newsletter explores how film is sparking cultural exchange, inspiring travel, and empowering communities across North America. From set-jetting trends and food rescue initiatives on LA sets to the launch of new film festivals and global spotlights on under-the-radar destinations, the power of storytelling is on full display.
👉 Read the full issue online: https://mailchi.mp/ptmgroups/destination-film-guide-insite-june-9

06/09/2025

🎬 PRODUCTION ROUNDUP: Exciting projects in the works 🎬
Jennifer Garner stars as a chef at a crossroads in a new Peacock production, Rachel Weisz portrays an obsessed professor in Netflix’s Vladimir, and Patrick Dempsey headlines a new Fox hitman series. Read all about it at the link below.

Jennifer stars as chef at a crossroads in new Peacock production, Rachel Weisz stars as obsessed professor in Netflix’s Vladimir, and Patrick Dempsey headlines new Fox hitman series Five-Star Weekend (Peacock) Jennifer Garner (Deadpool & Wolverine, Family Switch) and Regina Hall (Nine Perfect Stra...