Los Angeles versus New York City?

Question

I want to become a film director, so I feel pulled towards LA. But what are the advantages/disadvantages of each?

Answer 1

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LA is the movie capital. NY is more theater. Not that they dont make movies there, but the big studios are in LA.
I lived in LA for 35 yrs, and worked in the music business. But be forewarned that there are thousands and thousands of people trying to get into any aspect of show business.
Also, because of the economy they are making less movies per year now, and going more with
animated movies. They dont have to pay actors huge salaries, and go on location etc.
I read even the big names like Scorese and Spielberg are having trouble getting funding for movies.
Its just " the times" we live in.

As far as advantages/disadvantages
These are the 2 most expensive cities to live in, in the US. Taxes are also high.
CA has high car insurance. Warm weather.
LA metro is spread out over 80 square miles..with millions of people.
NYC has 8.2 Million on one tiny island. 4 seasons
LA is rushed but mentally the people are more casual
NYC is very fast paced.
LA you spend a LOT of time in your car. NYC its all right there.

Source(s):

Lived in both ..NYC just one summer

Answer 2

Los angeles is better, They have Studio city, Dream works, Paramount. 90% of all film is in Los angeles, New York doesn't have enough space. Plus los angeles is more spread out, and is warm all year round. New york gets a lot of snow, and the temperature in the winter is in the teens, however the summers are very nice, but it is so crowded. It is your call, But I would go with LA

Good luck!

Source(s):

experience, been to both cities

Answer 3

It's UCLA and USC versus NYU, the three top film schools in the country. Most directors went to one of those universities.

Answer 4

nyc all the way! it has way more to do! times sqaure broadway etc.! if i were u go to nyc it rocks!

Answer 5

i love new york and so would you there is A lot of activities to do and Rockefeller center/broadway! gone to both many times