Summer Blockbusters Pose Unique Insurance Risks
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“Summer films typically include action-oriented, big budget films and while fans enjoy watching these movies most aren’t aware of the risks involved when filming major stunts, explosions, fight scenes and car chases, which can contribute appreciably to a film’s overall risk,” said
With nearly 90 years of experience insuring everything from independent films to major blockbusters, Fireman’s Fund’s entertainment division is dedicated to helping producers and studios shoot the movie on-time, safely and within budget. This is done by analyzing risks and finding creative solutions to address specific exposures.
Fireman’s Fund has a dedicated claims and risk services team that works closely with movie studios to review scripts in advance to discuss what elements are planned and collaborate on the safest way to film those scenes.
“As the insurer, we’re most concerned with understanding all of the safety measures in place and we work collaboratively to create a safe environment that reduces the risk for everyone involved,” said
Movie studios must also protect themselves from a variety of insurance risks and liabilities to their cast members, crew and the production process during the filming process. As the industry leader, Fireman’s Fund helps production companies manage unexpected risks by working closely to help protect the safety of all participants while still achieving the director’s artistic vision.
“Delays can cost a production millions of dollars if a cast member becomes injured and is unable to work, costing up to
Recently released summer productions insured by Fireman’s Fund include:
- “Avengers” starring
Robert Downey Jr .,Chris Evans andScarlett Johansson - “A Little Bit of Heaven” with
Kate Hudson and Gael García Bernal - “BattleShip” featuring Alexander Skarsgård and
Liam Neeson - “Bel Ami” with
Robert Pattinson andUma Thurman - “Hick” starring Chloë
Grace Moretz andBlake Lively - “LOL” with
Miley Cyrus ,Douglas Booth andAshley Greene - “Madea’s Witness Protection” featuring director
Tyler Perry - “Men In Black 3” with
Will Smith ,Tommy Lee Jones , andJosh Brolin - “Rock of Ages” starring
Tom Cruise ,Julianne Hough , andAlec Baldwin - “Seeking a Friend for the End of the World” with
Steve Carell andKeira Knightly - “Snow White and the Huntsman” featuring
Kristen Stewart ,Chris Hemsworth andCharlize Theron - “TED” directed by
Seth MacFarlane and starringMark Wahlberg - “That’s My Boy” with
Adam Sandler andAndy Samberg - “The Amazing Spider-Man” featuring
Andrew Garfield andEmma Stone - “What to Expect When You’re Expecting” starring
Cameron Diaz ,Matthew Morrison andJ. Todd Smith - “Savages” directed by
Oliver Stone and featuringAaron Johnson , Taylor Kitsch andBlake Lively
Upcoming summer films insured by Fireman’s Fund include:
- “Red Lights” (
Jul 13 ) withSigourney Weaver andRobert De Niro - “The Dark Knight Rises” (
Jul 20 ) directed byChristopher Nolan starringChristian Bale ,Liam Neeson andMorgan Freeman - “Step Up Revolution” (
Jul 27 ) withKathryn McCormick ,Ryan Guzman and Adam G. Sevani - “Total Recall” (
Aug. 3 ) starringColin Farrell and Bokeem Woodbine - “The Bourne Legacy” (
Aug. 3 ) featuringJeremy Renner ,Rachel Weisz andEdward Norton - “Red Hook Summer” (
Aug. 10 ) directed bySpike Lee - “The Expendables 2” (
Aug. 17 ) starringSylvester Stallone ,Bruce Willis andArnold Schwarzenegger - “Sparkle” (
Aug. 17 ) featuringJordin Sparks andWhitney Houston - “Premium Rush” (
Aug. 24 ) starringJoseph Gordon-Levitt - “The Apparition” (
Aug. 24 ) written and directed byTodd Lincoln - “The Possession” (
Aug. 31 ) with Natasha Calis andKyra Sedgwick - “Gangster Squad” (
Sept. 7 ) featuringSean Penn ,Ryan Gosling andEmma Stone - “The Perks of Being a Wildflower” (
Sept. 14 ) starringEmma Watson andLogan Lerman
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