by Steven Wilson | Sep 10, 2026 | Features, News
AUBURN’S HOLLYWOOD MOMENT Thirty years ago, Historic Old Town Auburn took center stage in a Hollywood story about friendship, love and the extraordinary possibilities that can emerge from an ordinary life. This year marks the 30th anniversary of... by Steven Wilson | Aug 5, 2026 | Features, News
The Donner Party’s westward migration and encampment in the Sierra during the winter of 1846-47 has become one of the most studied tragedies in California history Donner Memorial State Park recently premiered a new 26‑minute visitor center film that offers an... by Steven Wilson | Aug 3, 2026 | Features, News
When Subaru wanted to show off the wild side of its newest vehicles, it found the perfect backdrop in the mountains of Northern California. Last summer, the Placer-Lake Tahoe Film Office was proud to assist with a roughly $1 million Subaru commercial campaign... by Steven Wilson | Jul 14, 2026 | Features, News
First year of expanded program projected to bring $6.6 billion in economic impact Governor Gavin Newsom announced today that the first year of California’s expanded Film and Television Tax credit program is on track to deliver a record $6.6 billion in economic impact.... by Steven Wilson | Apr 29, 2026 | Features, News
Connecting filmmakers with local experts to simplify permitting and unlock our diverse filming locations Film Placer Tahoe recently partnered with the Arts Council of Placer County to host a dynamic Spark Session, “Lights, Camera, Permits!”—a free virtual workshop... by Steven Wilson | Nov 6, 2025 | Features, News
2025 HALL OF FAME CLASS RECOGNITION Local filmmaker Rob Gore is no stranger to the big stage and bright lights. The longtime actor and producer has walked his fair share of red carpets, but thanks to some secrecy from his family, he was star-struck last month...