The Beverly Hills Conference and Visitors Bureau has debuted a short film, “The Love Letter,” celebrating the celebrating the iconic destination.
Using visual and oral storytelling, the film provides a then-and-now reflection of Beverly Hills’ star-studded heritage.
It takes viewers on a journey through the 5.71-square-mile city’s 100+ year history and how it still continues to influence culture, fashion and art.
The short film personifies Beverly Hills tourism though a poetic narrative, showing how the destination has cemented itself across generations.
The film honors the city’s legacy through archived black and white photography and vintage clips from The Beverly Hills Hotel (the original ‘Pink Palace’).
This is juxtaposed with modern experiences at Two Rodeo, Beverly Gardens Park, the Saban Theatre and the Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel.
“One of Beverly Hills’ most notable attributes is its enduring legacy,” said Julie Wagner, CEO of the Beverly Hills Conference & Visitors Bureau.
“The purpose of this film is to showcase Beverly Hills’ tourism and honor the city’s storied past while at the same time, highlight what is new and beautiful, represented by the mature and young actors in the film.”
“The Love Letter” was directed by BAFTA winning film director, Chris Cottam, with photography directed by Diego Uchitel, whose work has been featured in W Magazine, Elle Magazine and Harper’s Bazaar.
The film is now available to view.
