Kevin Sanson, "Mobile Hollywood: Labor and the Geography of Production" (U California Press, 2024)
New Books in Economics
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Navigating Mobile Hollywood
This chapter examines the concept of 'film friendliness' and the strategic efforts of locations to attract film productions through marketing and supportive policies. It highlights the logistical challenges faced by location managers, including negotiations and managing local concerns, as they coordinate filming across diverse regions. The narrative also explores the evolving labor dynamics within the film industry, emphasizing the resilience of workers amidst changing conditions.
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