Oct 5, 2021
No big city mayor has been a bigger supporter of film production than Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown. From the jobs created to the overall economic impact, the Mayor’s partnership and support have been a key element in creating a sustainable industry in our region. On this edition of Behind the Camera, Cindy Abbott Letro had a chance to interview Mayor Brown and review the big production wins for the City of Buffalo and talk about his hopes for the future.
Jun 1, 2021
On this edition of “Behind the Camera” Cindy Abbott Letro sits down with Dennis DiPaolo, owner of the popular Ilio DiPaolo’s restaurant in Blasdell, New York and the location of numerous Fred and Chris Olen Ray films. Cindy and Dennis discuss his various film cameos, the use of Ilio DiPaolo’s restaurant for a filming location and the colorful history of the DiPaolo family including legendary former professional wrestler Ilio DiPaolo.
May 28, 2021
On this months Behind The Camera, Cindy Abbott Letro interviews Rich Products VP Jon Dandes on the progression of film production from The Natural till now with the new studios being constructed on Niagara Street.
Apr 2, 2021
Cindy Abbott Letro interviews Niagara Falls Mayor Robert Restaino on the positive impact of production and what the future may hold.
Mar 5, 2021
(March 5th, 2021) Cindy Abbott Letro Interviews Martin Krejci, Director of the critically acclaimed “True Adventures of Wolfboy”. Martin talks about the themes and creative process behind the film and using Buffalo as a backdrop.
Feb 10, 2021
Cindy Abbott Letro interviews Erie County Director of Environment and Planning Tom Hersey on the economic impact of the film industry in Western New York.
