Filmmakers have a base of operations in the BB&T building right smack dab in the center of town, which might make it prime stake-out territory for fans. Meantime, the moviemakers are scouting a variety of locations, both city-owned and private.
Jon Filman, who works for the city and handles the permitting of special events, said the city has had one preliminary meeting with members of the film company. The crew is looking at the possibility of using city-owned property, vacant private property, and even city streets.
The logistics of all that have to be worked out – from permits for temporary occupancy of buildings to the reservation of parking spaces on city streets, Filman said. There’s also the possibility that the film crew might use the U.S. Cellular center as a location. (Word on the street is that moviemakers are also looking at building sound stages at former Volvo Construction warehouses in south Asheville.) Whether moviemakers want to build a building facade or fire off some pyrotechnics, they’ll likely have to get city approval through city offices.
Keep your eyes peeled, Asheville. Movie production will kick into high gear following the July Fourth holiday.
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Look like SNL alum, Jason Sudeikis, may be onboard.
http://www.pastemagazine.com/articles/2014/06/jason-sudeikis-in-final-negotiation-to-join-galifi.html