Richmond breaks box office records

Richmond News

The City of Richmond had a record breaking year in 2016 for both the number of filming days and the amount of revenue generated.

Production of major motion pictures, War for the Planet of the Apes and Power Rangers, along with the continued success of ABC’s popular series Once Upon A Time helped ensure that Richmond will continue to be featured on both the small and big screens in 2017.

“The film industry provides good, well-paying jobs for local people, boosts economic activity within the community and even brings more tourists to Richmond,” said Mayor Malcolm Brodie.

“The Richmond Film Office has worked closely with local residents and businesses to establish our reputation as a film-friendly community and we are seeing the results of that collaborative approach.” …

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