
Ipek A. Celik Rappas, "Filming in European Cities: The Labor of Location" (Cornell UP, 2025)
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Unseen Labor in Film Production
This chapter explores the intricate relationship between film production and urban environments, emphasizing the often-overlooked contributions of marginalized communities in Europe. It highlights the complex processes involved in selecting and preparing filming locations, drawing parallels to domestic labor in order to acknowledge the extensive efforts required to transform ordinary spaces into cinematic backdrops. The discussion also examines the impact of screen production on local communities, focusing on specific European cities and their unique challenges within the film industry.
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