The Hollywood of the South: Shreveport, Louisiana

<h1>The Hollywood of the South: Shreveport, Louisiana</h1>Author: <a title="Paul McIndoe" href="http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/paul-mcindoe/31563.htm">Paul McIndoe</a> 
The sleepy southern state of Louisiana is now ranked as the third most prolific film producing region in the USA, with only California and New York pumping out a greater volume of films; so it's perhaps not surprising that it has earned the name 'Hollywood South', sometimes abbreviated to 'HoSo'.

The film studio Millennium Films recently set up base in Shreveport, further strengthening the industry. Recent films to be made at the studio include: 'The Cleaner' starring Samuel L. Jackson, Ed Harris and Eva Mendes, which follows a crime scene cleaner who gets caught up in a murder cover-up, and then joins the widow of the victim to attempt to catch the killers. 'The Mist', a horror film based on Stephen King's 1980 novella of the same name was another major film to be made in Shreveport. The plot follows a small-town community that comes under attack from a variety of strange creatures after un-naturally thick fog envelopes the town.

One of the reasons why Louisiana is so attractive to film makers is the price; by offering generous tax incentives, the state has managed to lure production teams away from more well known film-making locations. Previously, New Orleans overshadowed other cities in the region as a hub for movie making, but the devastating effect of Hurricane Katrina in 2005 forced producers to look for alternatives close by, and Shreveport became the new hub. The ubiquitous nature of Shreveport has been the key to its success: its beautiful old homes and generic streets mean that it can double as almost any city in the USA - a valuable asset in the world of movie making.

Actors and actresses working in Shreveport have also praised the Southern hospitality they have been show by the locals, and the fact that the paparazzi seem to be less of a problem in 'HoSo'. Movie fans are overjoyed to be seeing big names walking their streets, and can sometimes be seen waiting outside <a href="http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/hotels/index.jhtml?ctyhocn=SHVLAHX">hotels in Shreveport</a>, hoping for a glimpse of their favourite movie star - they are usually not disappointed.

Even five years ago, to hear names like Samuel L. Jackson or Meg Ryan mentioned in the same sentence as Shreveport would have been unheard of. Few believed that the city would ever be more than a sleepy southern settlement. But now, everybody, from the New York Post to the LA Times are talking about Shreveport, with major film makers and Hollywood stars continuing to head south to 'HoSo'.

About the Author: Paul McIndoe is an online, freelance journalist and keen hillwalker. He lives in Scotland with his two dogs.Article Source: <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/">ArticlesBase.com</a> - <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/movies-articles/the-hollywood-of-the-south-shreveport-louisiana-336251.html" title="The Hollywood of the South: Shreveport, Louisiana">The Hollywood of the South: Shreveport, Louisiana</a>

The sleepy southern state of Louisiana is now ranked as the third most prolific film producing region in the USA, with only California and New York pumping out a greater volume of films; so it's perhaps not surprising that it has earned the name 'Hollywood South', sometimes abbreviated to 'HoSo'.

The film studio Millennium Films recently set up base in Shreveport, further strengthening the industry. Recent films to be made at the studio include: 'The Cleaner' starring Samuel L. Jackson, Ed Harris and Eva Mendes, which follows a crime scene cleaner who gets caught up in a murder cover-up, and then joins the widow of the victim to attempt to catch the killers. 'The Mist', a horror film based on Stephen King's 1980 novella of the same name was another major film to be made in Shreveport. The plot follows a small-town community that comes under attack from a variety of strange creatures after un-naturally thick fog envelopes the town.

One of the reasons why Louisiana is so attractive to film makers is the price; by offering generous tax incentives, the state has managed to lure production teams away from more well known film-making locations. Previously, New Orleans overshadowed other cities in the region as a hub for movie making, but the devastating effect of Hurricane Katrina in 2005 forced producers to look for alternatives close by, and Shreveport became the new hub. The ubiquitous nature of Shreveport has been the key to its success: its beautiful old homes and generic streets mean that it can double as almost any city in the USA - a valuable asset in the world of movie making.

Actors and actresses working in Shreveport have also praised the Southern hospitality they have been show by the locals, and the fact that the paparazzi seem to be less of a problem in 'HoSo'. Movie fans are overjoyed to be seeing big names walking their streets, and can sometimes be seen waiting outside hotels in Shreveport, hoping for a glimpse of their favourite movie star - they are usually not disappointed.

Even five years ago, to hear names like Samuel L. Jackson or Meg Ryan mentioned in the same sentence as Shreveport would have been unheard of. Few believed that the city would ever be more than a sleepy southern settlement. But now, everybody, from the New York Post to the LA Times are talking about Shreveport, with major film makers and Hollywood stars continuing to head south to 'HoSo'.

Paul McIndoe is an online, freelance journalist and keen hillwalker. He lives in Scotland with his two dogs.

Rate this Article:

0 / 5 stars - 0 vote(s)

Re-Publish

Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/movies-articles/the-hollywood-of-the-south-shreveport-louisiana-336251.html

Article Tags: New Orleans, Filmmaking, Louisiana, Shreveport, Hoso, Hotels In Shreveport

Related Articles
Related Q&A

1. Annie (22:50, 13.04.2009)

This is cool, I am a student at barbizon acting school, and I am also a singer, i am hoping to sign with barry katz entertainment group. I live very close to hoso. I was an extra in big mama house 2 , so funnn. ttyl... talk to yall later

2. logan (16:22, 11.09.2008)

it was most iteresting

3. logan bowles (16:15, 11.09.2008)

hi my name is logan i am 14 with a little mental problems i am single if u wanna get to know me and hang out then call me at 337-526-7508 and just ask for me!!! call me please im desperate...............:(

4. andrew brown (16:11, 11.09.2008)

hollywood is where i live i am a singer i am bout to become a live country singer call me BIG \'\'D\'\' talk to me anytime if u wanna hang out and get to know more bout me wel anyways i g2g talk to andrew he wants my autigraph so bye please call

5. steven bryant (00:14, 15.06.2009)

i've lived in shreveport my entire life and i have yet to hear of how popular we are haha

Latest Movies Articles
More from Paul McIndoe

Movies from books

By: Mariano Graham | 10/11/2009
The re-working of novels to movies is seen as the original source for scripts, with the first printed text, The Bible, being made into movies hundreds of times. The total amount of novels that currently produced is cause enough for books to be the source material for movies, but can movies capture the overall feel of a book? Novels, texts and books providing the script for movies range from autobiographies to comic books to works of fiction to plays to non-fiction historical accoun...

Plug and Play XDS510 TI DSP Emulator Reduced for Clearance

By: gaotek | 09/11/2009
Toronto, Canada – GAO Fiber Optics (www.GAOFiberOptics.com) has announced the availability of its innovative handheld optical power meter intended for absolute optical power measurement as well as relative loss measurement of fiber optics.

How to convert DVD to MOV files on Mac (OS X 10.6 included)

By: FireHero | 09/11/2009
Have some awesome DVDs and want to import them to Final Cut Pro, Final Cut Express or iMovie to create your own personalized movie? Or you would like to convert your favorite DVD movies to your Mac, either for backup or for playback on your MacBook during a family trip? In cases like these, you can rip your DVDs to MOV files on Mac.

Online movie videos: An easy way to publicize latest films

By: Ankit | 09/11/2009
Cinema is the most preferred mode of entertainment across the globe. Earlier it was the era of single theaters and today it is the age of multiplexes. Now people can watch online movie videos and that too in free of cost.

Watch Disney's A Christmas Carol Streaming Live Online Free

By: Jamila | 09/11/2009
Disney's A Christmas Carol is a 2009 film adaptation of Charles Dickens' 1843 story of the same name. The film is written and directed by Robert Zemeckis, and stars Jim Carrey in a multitude of roles, including Ebenezer Scrooge as a young, middle-aged, and old man, and the three ghosts who haunt Scrooge. Watch it streaming online free now!

Movies Capital - The Best 100% Legal Movie Download

By: Felix Burke | 08/11/2009
The Internet Movie Database permits its users to rate films on a scale of 1 (Awful) to 10 (Excellent) and maintains a list of the Top 250 films...

Movies Capital - Legal Movies Download Site

By: Felix Burke | 08/11/2009
Movies are the excellent form of entertainment that can give pleasure to our entire family. Now a days watching movie in theatres have been decreased as people find it hard to spend time and also due to rise in expenses. Eventhough television plays a vital role in telecasting plenty of movies it is difficult for all of us to sit and watch it all through the day.

Movies Download Site

By: Felix Burke | 08/11/2009
It’s easy to get free movies off the internet. There is a plethora of websites uploading them so that internet users can have quick movie downloads and at a jaw-dropping cheap price. People are starting to wonder whether or not these so-called “freebies”...

Summertime Styles and Trends for the Evening Look

By: Paul McIndoe | 22/05/2009 | Fashion
Summer is a popular time to host weddings, parties and events. And this means you need to decide what you’re going to wear to all your summertime events.

Protecting Shrubs and Trees from Grass and Lawns

By: Paul McIndoe | 22/05/2009 | Gardening
Unruly grasses can be detrimental to shrubs and trees, which is why you should take measures to ensure they stay protected.

A Spa Resort With a Difference

By: Paul McIndoe | 22/05/2009 | Travel
Dubai is a buzzing metropolis, alive with innovation and energy. However, if you wish to see Dubai in a whole new light, then it may prove worthwhile to visit the Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa.

Earn Airmiles with Your Credit Card

By: Paul McIndoe | 22/05/2009 | Finance
When using your credit card, you could also be saving Airmiles – the brain child of a group of advertising executives in the 1980s. Their campaign to get people to ‘stop dreaming: start collecting’ was fantastically successful.

Cruise Between Thailand and Singapore

By: Paul McIndoe | 22/05/2009 | Destinations
The Superstar Virgo will take you from Phuket to Singapore and back again on a cruise that opens your eyes to some of the most beautiful sights on earth and ushers you from place to place on a floating five star hotel.

Popular Types of Plastic Surgery

By: Paul McIndoe | 21/05/2009 | Health
Breast augmentation, liposuction, tummy tucks and face lifts are amongst the most popular plastic surgery treatments for women today. But whatever the treatment, speed up your recovery time by resting and relaxing after surgery.

Designer Desirables for Your Home

By: Paul McIndoe | 21/05/2009 | Home Improvement
Stay ahead of the pack when it comes to your living space by integrating unique designer items into the home. From lamps to furniture and cushions to curtains, hunt around to find pieces that suit your style.

What a Trust Fund Can Do For Your Child

By: Paul McIndoe | 21/05/2009 | Finance
Every child born on or after 1st September 2002 receives a Child Trust Fund voucher worth £250 from the Government, and can act as the perfect opportunity for your child to start understanding the importance of saving at an early age.