Lights, camera, action! Algiers Point residents and businesses might notice a little drama unfolding on their streets come Thursday night, but it'll be all for show. According to a recent announcement by the City of New Orleans, Bluefin Tuna, LLC will be setting up shop in the neighborhood to film a sequence complete with simulated special effects gunfire. The scene is set to take place on the 1000 block of Patterson Road between the hours of 10 p.m. and 2 a.m.
For those concerned about the ruckus, the city has assured everyone that every bang and flash will be supervised by law enforcement officers whose aim is to keep the safety of the public as the priority. The production has been given the good-to-go by Film New Orleans and locals can reach out with any queries or concerns to Brittany Chandler, Director of Film New Orleans, at (504) 645-3579 or Tyler Hohmann, Location Manager, at (504) 285-8191.
New Orleans has carved out a name for itself as a major player in the film industry, and it's not just for show. The economic boost from the steady stream of productions has been undeniable. Citing the city's position as the fourth-largest production hub in the U.S., projects over the past half-dozen years have rolled an estimated $4 billion into the city's economy. In 2024 alone, the industry supported 12,000 local jobs and infused $344 million in local spending, contributing significantly to the city's vitality.
Residents of Algiers Point are no strangers to the hustle and bustle of film crews by now, but it's always good to get a heads up. As the neighborhood transforms into a movie set, albeit briefly, it's a reminder of the role the film industry plays in the local community—not just in dollars and cents, but in the vibrancy it adds to the fabric of New Orleans. For additional details on the upcoming filming activities and the impact of the industry, curious locals can visit the City of New Orleans' official announcement.
