
MovieMaker Magazine rates Pittsburgh as one of the Best Small Cities for MovieMakers!
The Pittsburgh Film Office is pleased to announce that Pittsburgh is one of the top 5 small cities and towns […]
POSTED ON: January 25, 2022
MovieMaker Magazine rates Pittsburgh as one of the Best Small Cities for MovieMakers!
The Pittsburgh Film Office is pleased to announce that Pittsburgh is one of the top 5 small cities and towns on MovieMaker Magazine’s list of the Best Places to Live and Work as a Moviemaker in 2022! MovieMaker compiles its annual list based on surveys, production spending, tax incentives, additional research, and personal visits, whenever possible.“It is great to have the Pittsburgh region recognized once again as one of the BEST PLACES TO LIVE AND WORK IN MOVIEMAKER MAGAZINE.” Pittsburgh Film Office director Dawn Keezer says. “We are grateful that the amazingly gifted local crew and talent has been recognized for their incredible skills to bring stories to the screen.” “As a former Pittsburgher, I tell everyone who will listen that it may be the most underrated movie city in America,” says MovieMaker editor-in-chief Tim Molloy. “Stunningly cinematic, from the skyline to the inclines to the gorgeous greenery to all the authentic, historic neighborhoods, it’s a storyteller’s dream — and it’s affordable, culturally thriving, and one of the friendliest places you’ll ever go. The Pittsburgh Film Office does an exceptional job of helping productions of all sizes. I’m thrilled and not at all surprised that the local film business is as busy as it’s ever been.”

Overview
When archivist Dan Turner takes a mysterious job restoring a collection of damaged videotapes from 1994, he finds himself reconstructing the work of documentary filmmaker Melody Pendras and her investigation into a dangerous cult. As Dan is drawn into Melody's story, he becomes convinced he can save her from the terrifying end she met 25 years ago.
An archivist takes a job restoring damaged videotapes and gets pulled into the vortex of a mystery involving the missing director and a demonic cult.

Overview
A compelling family drama that will explore the tattered American dream through the eyes of complicated and compromised chief of police Del Harris (Daniels) in a Rust Belt town in southwest Pennsylvania.

Picture Car Needed
WQED TV is in need of a 1951-1952 light blue Ford Classic Convertible, or model similar to the picture above. […]
POSTED ON: August 24, 2021
Picture Car Needed
WQED TV is in need of a 1951-1952 light blue Ford Classic Convertible, or model similar to the picture above.
If you are a car owner interested in having your vehicle featured in a documentary, please email [email protected] with your contact information and photo of your vehicle.

Overview
At a major university, the first woman of color to become chair tries to meet the dizzying demands and high expectations of a failing English department.

Overview
A man vows to bring justice to those responsible for his wife's death while protecting the only family he has left, his daughter.
NOTICE: Part of Pitcairn Road, Stroschein Road to Close Thursday Night
PITTSBURGH – The Department of Public Works announced today that it has granted a permit to Fidelis Productions, LLC to […]
POSTED ON: July 26, 2021NOTICE: Part of Pitcairn Road, Stroschein Road to Close Thursday Night
PITTSBURGH – The Department of Public Works announced today that it has granted a permit to Fidelis Productions, LLC to close Pitcairn Road between the Sugar Camp Park entrance in Pitcairn Borough and Tilbrook Road in Monroeville as well as Stroschein Road between Pitcairn Road and Wyngate Drive in Monroeville. The closures will occur from 7 p.m. Thursday, July 29 to 5:30 a.m. Friday, July 30. They are required for a film shoot. Residents who live within the closure areas will have access to their homes at all times. Pitcairn Road traffic will be detoured using Wall Avenue, Broadway Boulevard (Route 130), Brinton Road, Rosso Drive, and Tilbrook Road. Stroschein Road traffic will be detoured using Wyngate Drive and Monroeville Boulevard. For more information, contact John Adkins at 412-352-6465 or [email protected]. |
SCAMMERS TARGETING LOCAL CREW
Scammers have been targeting film crew on job or listing websites with false job offers posing as real film industry […]
POSTED ON: July 14, 2021SCAMMERS TARGETING LOCAL CREW

Scammers have been targeting film crew on job or listing websites with false job offers posing as real film industry professionals.
Be wary of suspicious emails.
Please call the Pittsburgh Film Office to verify the legitimacy of any productions that contact you.
In some cases, the scammer will try to mail checks to you as pre-payment, usually in the amount of thousands of dollars. They will ask you to deposit the check promptly, and it will bounce.
DO NOT DEPOSIT OR CASH CHECKS RECEIVED BEFORE BEING INTERVIEWED OR STARTING WORK.
The scammers may also offer to meet with you in person. Please be careful and investigate job offers before going to any location. Ask questions and do research.
LIGHTS, CAMERA, PITTSBURGH! BUS TOUR
The Official Pittsburgh Film Office Movie Tour Calling all Movie Buffs! Celebrate the “Hollywood of the East”, where movies and […]
POSTED ON: June 22, 2021LIGHTS, CAMERA, PITTSBURGH! BUS TOUR
The Official Pittsburgh Film Office Movie Tour
Calling all Movie Buffs! Celebrate the “Hollywood of the East”, where movies and film crews abound! Interactive tour through city backdrops of movies such as The Dark Knight Rises, The Perks of Being a Wallflower, Flashdance, The Next Three Days, Inspector Gadget, Abduction, Jack Reacher, and dozens more! (2.5 hours)
Due to COVID-19, the bus tours have been suspended until further notice.
NOTICE: Road Closures in Monroeville, Pitcairn Moved to June 25-26
PITTSBURGH – The Department of Public Works announced today that it has permitted Fidelis Productions, LLC to move the dates […]
POSTED ON: June 21, 2021NOTICE: Road Closures in Monroeville, Pitcairn Moved to June 25-26
PITTSBURGH – The Department of Public Works announced today that it has permitted Fidelis Productions, LLC to move the dates of its upcoming road closures in the Municipality of Monroeville and Pitcairn Borough. Pitcairn Road between the Sugar Camp Park entrance and Tilbrook Road as well as Stroschein Road between Pitcairn Road and Wyngate Drive will now close from 7 p.m. Friday, June 25 to 4 a.m. Saturday, June 26. The closures are required for a film shoot. Residents who live within the closure areas will have access to their homes at all times. Pitcairn Road traffic will be detoured using Wall Avenue, Broadway Boulevard (Route 130), Brinton Road, Rosso Drive, and Tilbrook Road. Stroschein Road traffic will be detoured using Wyngate Drive and Monroeville Boulevard. The closures were originally scheduled to occur overnight on 6/18. However, due to recent storms, streetlight work necessary for the film shoot has been delayed. For more information, contact John Adkins at 412-352-6465 or [email protected]. |