From the Vault: A look back at the filming of National Lampoon's Vacation

Harold Ramis' second film as a director was National Lampoon's Vacation, and in its 25th Anniversary year, it's safe to say that the movie has beaten the test of time. At least in my opinion, some of today's biggest comedies can't hold a candle to the natural humor that Chevy Chase brought to the screen as Clark W. Griswold in 1983.

When it comes to winning awards and gaining recognition from film critics, comedies tend to get the short end of the stick. The budget isn't very hefty either, forcing production crews to find ways to save time and money during the course of filming.

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MLB Playoff teams and ballparks no stranger to the movies

As the 2009 Major League Baseball Playoffs get underway at stadiums across the country, pay attention to the ballparks when you are watching games. You might recognize some of the stadiums as being used in some of your favorite films over the years. All MLB stadiums can be viewed at www.filminglocations.com.

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New features for scouts at FilmingLocations.com

FilmingLocations.com has added two new features that will make it easier for entertainment professionals and location scouts to find the exact locations they need. Read More...

Oklahoma putting itself on the film industry map

The big buzz in Oklahoma right now is the filming of The Killer Inside Me, starring Casey Affleck (Gone Baby Gone), Jessica Alba (Sin City), Kate Hudson (Almost Famous) and Elias Koteas (The Curious Case of Benjamin Button). Read More...

Little Bohemia Lodge and the filming of Public Enemies

MANITOWISH WATERS, Wis. – Late April, 2008 - Film crews from Universal arrive in Manitowish Waters and begin setting up to shoot on-location at Little Bohemia. The project is Public Enemies, the director is Michael Mann, and Johnny Depp is there to begin filming the movie. Read More...

Alabama will have more filming with new bill

Since their last incentive ran out in 2006, Alabama has seen surrounding states like Louisiana and Georgia attract a number of the entertainment industry projects that could have been shot in their own backyard. Now Alabama has passed their own bill that should get the cameras rolling again in The Heart of Dixie. Read More...

Weekend movies give voyage into the world of 3D animation

By: Steve Mathie
Staff Writer
FilmingLocations.com

This weekend DreamWorks Animation gives you three different ways to see Monsters vs. Aliens. You can see it on the regular screen, in 3D, or you can even see it in IMAX 3D. This is DreamWorks’ first ever film that is done totally in 3D format, incorporating the latest state-of-the-art technologies to make the picture that more compelling to viewers. Read More...

Utah governor luring Hollywood to his state to counter bad economy

By: Steve Mathie
Staff Writer
FilmingLocations.com

Salt Lake City, UT – If there was ever a time that people in Utah would get a Hollywood movie filmed at their home, now might be it. Thanks to Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr., who during the economic downturn has decided to apply $15 million in stimulus money to lure filmmakers to Utah. Read More...

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