Film Making: Getting Buffalo On The Map

By Cathi Lanski

Western New York is a treasure trove of unique architecture. This is no secret to anyone who lives here. Increasingly, Buffalo is attracting the attention of Hollywood Producers who are smitten by the Queen City's unique assets.

     "Henry's Crime," a comedy produced by Keanu Reeves, starring Reeves and Buffalo filmmaking veteran James Caan is the latest example of Buffalo's irresistible charm—released in April of this year. Reeves spent part of his childhood in nearby Ontario and was familiar with Buffalo. Caan's 1980 directorial debut, "Hide in Plain Sight" also filmed in Buffalo.  Writer Sasha Gervasi's script is set in Buffalo, so shooting the movie here was a natural choice. READ MORE...