Film Bureau

Boston offers just what you need for smooth, efficient planning and implementation of every aspect of your film production.

  • The Departed (2006)

    Mayor Menino pictured with Actor Matt Damon and Director Martin Scorsese from "The Departed" during the film shoot in Boston.

  • Mystic River (2003)

    Mayor Menino pictured with Actors Tim Robbins, Lawrence Fishburne, and Kevin Bacon and Producer Clint Eastwood on the set of "Mystic River" during the film shoot in Boston.

To assist in pre-production and on-location plans in our city, the Boston Film Bureau will assist you by offering the following services:

  • Research of sites for filming
  • Referral and access to technical support services
  • Referral and access to crew, talent and other professional personnel
  • Liaison services between local and federal agencies, the private sector, and production companies
  • Assistance in securing permits or clearances required for use of public areas
  • Assistance in making necessary arrangements with the Police Department for traffic control, crowd control or barricading of streets