Discussing International Location Filming with the LMGI
Summary
The LMGI (Location Managers Guild International) presents an in-depth discussion on the future of global location production, examining the impact of incentives, location fatigue, cross-border production shifts, and the logistical realities facing both independent and studio projects.
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Contributors
- D. Zachary Heine
- Leann Emmert
- Angus Ledgerwood
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