Discussing International Location Filming with the LMGI

Event ID: PP1150773

Tue, Mar 17, 2026 | 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Venue: Pennybacker (Omni Downtown)

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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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