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Hidden in a Rite Aid, Ghosts of an Old Movie Theater

Posted by Scout on March 3rd, 2010

Don’t let the squat little Rite Aid storefront on Manhattan Ave in Greenpoint fool you…

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It has a big history. A movie theater for most of its life, you can see it below in 1928 when it was known as the Fox Meserole showing silent films (the advertised Baby Mine was made . . .

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I work as a film location scout in New York City. My day is spent combing the streets for interesting and unique locations for feature films. In my travels, I often stumble across some pretty incredible sights, most of which go ignored daily by thousands of New Yorkers in too much of a rush to pay attention.

As it happens, it's my job to pay attention, and I've started this blog to keep a record of what I see.

Want to submit your property for filming consideration? Looking for a database of film friendly locations? Check the Scouting NY sister site, ScoutFriendly.com!

New to Scouting NY? I've put together a handy of list of my favorite finds here!

Question or comment? Feel free to contact me at nycscout@gmail.com.