The small town of Lockhart, Texas, commonly known for its succulent barbecue, has recently hitched its wagon to Hollywood's star. Last week, the town played host to the filming of the second season of '1923,' a Yellowstone prequel series. Lockhart's charming downtown square and vintage aesthetics proved a perfect stand-in for Fort Worth, nearly a century ago. According to a MySA report, the Lockhart Economic Development Corporation boasted about Lockhart's "Film Friendly City" status and the economic and creative growth fostered by such high-profile productions.
In a scene that might have been pulled straight from a Western flick, antique cars lined the streets while actors in period garb rode horses against a backdrop of staged storefronts. Buzz from this cinematic invasion traveled far and wide, as locals and visitors alike delighted at the opportunity to witness the illusion of historical Fort Worth being brought to life. "It's really cool. Actually. I'm super. I just love all of the different stuff that's been done, it just looks super cool because it'sike in a whole different time period. So I think it's just beautiful walking down and seeing all the different, like, I just like the vibe," a bystander told SVist.
Preparations for the film shoot didn't go unnoticed by residents, as the town was similarly buzzing with activity leading up to and during the event. Local businesses played a part, with some adjusting their operations and others temporarily transforming into sets for production. Regional authorities advised the public of preplanned staged shootouts to avoid any undue alarm at the sound of gunfire on the streets.
Lockhart's inclusion in the '1923 production lineup stands as a testament to the city's film-friendly policies, which beckons Hollywood to its doorstep. According to previous MySA reports, the city anticipates a financial impact of $51 million. Business owners like Alandra and Andy Cruz, who own a local flower shop, shared their delight about the filming. "Everybody was so wonderful to work with. They're super nice," Alandra Cruz told SVist. Despite the inconvenience of closed storefronts and the need to park a bit further away, the general sentiment was one of excitement over the unique occurrence, with the promise of Lockhart being showcased on screens across the nation very much worth the temporary hustle and bustle.
