Hollywood to the Rescue: How the Entertainment Industry Is Helping Fire Victims

Following the devastating fires in Los Angeles that left thousands of structures in ruins, several crew members have offered to share photographs of these buildings, which they took during filming, with their owners. This initiative aims to provide these detailed images — captured by skilled professionals — to assist in insurance and FEMA claims or offer emotional significance. The Teamsters Local 399 and the Location Managers Guild International are endorsing the Eaton and Palisades Fire Photo Project (scoutphotos.org), a program designed to connect property owners and tenants with location managers and art directors. As Amelia Steely, an art director, explains to THR, “an art department is filled with meticulous visual record keepers, and that’s part of the job.” “We are well-equipped to get essential information to those who need it,” she adds.

The Fall of Diddy

In making this documentary, interviews were crucial for the filmmakers to shape their work. Some participants, including those who wished to remain anonymous on camera, showed hesitation in sharing their stories. The co-directors of the doc, Emma Schwartz and Yoruba Richen, recently discussed the project with The Hollywood Reporter, noting that they could sense a palpable “fear” among the people approached.

White House Down

Directed by disaster movie maestro Roland Emmerich (famous for films like Independence Day and The Day After Tomorrow), and written by James Vanderbilt, the action-packed film White House Down stars Channing Tatum alongside Jamie Foxx as President James Sawyer. During a tour of the iconic building, they find themselves in the midst of an attack. Joining them are Maggie Gyllenhaal, Jason Clarke, Richard Jenkins, Joey King, and James Woods. Starting from February 1st, this thrilling movie will be available for free streaming. For more details, take a look at the official synopsis provided below.