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Some people like to refer to Troy as "Hollywood on the Hudson" as its Victorian architecture, smalltown atmosphere and easy access continue to attract filmmakers.
"The Age of Innocence" (1993), starring Daniel Day-Lewis and Michelle Pfeiffer; "Scent of a Woman" (1993), starring Al Pacino and Chris O'Donnell; "Ironweed" (1983), starring Jack Nicholson and Meryl Streep; "The Emperor's Club" (2002), starring Kevin Kline; "Time Machine" (2002), starring Jeremy Irons ... . The list can go on, and the continuation of the HBO series "The Gilded Age" shot primarily in Troy is the latest activity.
Now, in a real switch, "Triumph of the Will," a film set in 1930s Nazi Germany is on the docket and will showcase actors in Nazi costumery parading around Troy. Not to worry, but with the jobs, acting cameos, and influx of money to local shops, restaurants, and hotels come some inconvenience in the form of traffic disruptions and perhaps resurrecting some bad memories from people who underwent German oppression in the 1930s and '40s.
The City of Troy has just released a schedule of planned detours to accommodate the latest moviemaking production.
The film is a historical period piece set in 1939 Berlin. It tells the story of a rabbi who was among the last Jews to remain in the Nazi-controlled city.
As the City of Troy says, "As part of this production, actors dressed in historically accurate Nazi military uniforms will appear on location during some scenes. Residents and visitors should not be alarmed or feel threatened by these costumes or props. The City of Troy, the Troy Police Department, and nearby residents and businesses have been notified in advance of this sensitive portion of the filming. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as Troy plays a role in bringing this important story to life."
By the way, during filming fake smoke will be visible from St. Mary’s Church on 3rd Street as part of a dramatized scene. This is a planned part of the production and there will be no actual fire or danger to the public. "The Troy Fire Department will be on-site throughout this portion of the shoot to ensure safety and oversee all effects," according to the City's announcement.
• Tuesday, July 15 -- 7 a.m. to noon, 2nd Street between Adams and Washington streets, Washington Place between 2nd and 3rd streets, northwest side of 3rd Street at Washington Place.
• Wednesday, July 16 -- 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., both sides of 2nd Street between Congress and State streets; 12:30 and 3:30 p.m., 2nd Street between Adams and Washington streets, Washington Place between 2nd and 3rd streets; 2:30 to 5:30 p.m., 2nd Street between Congress and State streets.
• Thursday, July 17 -- 8 to 1 a.m. (next day), northwest side of 2nd Street between Congress and State streets; 5 to10:30 p.m., Washington Street between 1st and 3rd streets; 5 p.m. to 1:30 AM (next day)
2nd Street between Adams and Washington streets, Washington Place between 2nd and 3rd streets.
• Friday, July 18 -- 5:30 to 11 p.m., 3rd Street between Liberty and Adams street s,Washington Street between 2nd and 4th streets. 11 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. (next day) -- 4th Street between Congress and Division streets, Ferry Street between 3rd and 5th streets. 12:30 to 2:00 a.m. (next day) -- 4th Street between Broadway and State Street.
• Wednesday, July 23 -- 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., 2nd Street between Adams and Washington streets, Washington Place between 2nd and 3rd streets; 5 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. (next day), corner of 1st and Washington streets, corner of 3rd and Washington street, corner of 2nd and Adams streets and 2nd Street corner of 3rd Street and Washington Place.
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