Locations - Part 4

The location scout is proving to be the most valuable step in the whole process. Depending on where the location that is decided upon is located will be a huge chunk in the budget. Because of the amount of money that we currently have discussions are being brought up with Laser Pacific, Panavision and Kodak regarding equipment and processing and film along with the attempt to find a location that will not cost our entire budget. The largest cot, as of now, is the location - mostly due to its proximity to the cast and crew. If the location is a good distance from LA then lodging will have to be provided which could easily cost up to $10,000 or more for a three week shoot.

Generous contributors to lodging will be the first thing we seek out when our locations are narrowed down. There are currently three more places I am going to look at in California, which may end up being my final ones to pick from. The final determing factor will be the total cost including lodging and permit fees.

The following are my top three choices.

Bodie State Historic Park
Bodie, CA
Near Bridgeport, CA


Universal Studios
Denver Street
Universal City, CA





North Fork
Old Town Medera
Bass Lake, CA