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Originally Posted by davidcappi
Pinewood Toronto is set to begin construction on a massive new expansion to their waterfront studios. If Hamilton wants to get in on this and be taken seriously, they need to do it now, and they need a legitimate company (ideally someone not from Hamilton)
The lack of post production facilities in Hamilton makes me think this isn't really a realistic thing that could happen. There's nowhere in Hamilton to watch dailies, to do a colour treatment or to get a proper sound mix done. No VFX houses, no prophouses, no costume rental houses. It's not just about having the studio space avaialble, but all of the supporting industries available nearby which Hamilton doesn't, and I highly doubt any of the established ones are looking to jump ship from Toronto when business is so good for them.
I also wouldn't be surprised if mr Del Toro regrets making his studio comment because it seems like the whole city took it really seriously when he was just being polite.
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I couldn't agree with you more. I was speaking with a renowned player in the film and television industry yesterday and this got brought up really quick.
Production teams love shooting in Hamilton, we have the buildings and aesthetic that a lot of productions want and need. Not to mention, it's cheaper to shoot in Hamilton than in Toronto. It's also a lot easier to get film permits in Hamilton.
It makes no sense whatsoever that every other aspect of production takes places outside of Hamilton. The city would see a further increase in filming if they got involved in a development like the one you mention.
Another great opportunity potentially squandered.
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