Feature film The Silent Hour set to film in Kitchener, April 12 and 13

The City of Kitchener welcomes film crews to Downtown Kitchener as the upcoming Boston-based feature film The Silent Hour is the latest project to take advantage of the city as a backdrop for filming. The police thriller is set to film in Kitchener’s Victoria Park, Halls Lane, and the block bordered by David Street, Joseph Street and Queen Street on April 12 and 13.

To bring the look and feel of Boston to Kitchener, some street signs will be temporarily moved or changed. The production team will also be using an American flag on the Victoria Park clocktower to create an authentic atmosphere for the film.

During filming, there may be some intermittent traffic stops in certain areas of Halls Lane and on David Street, Joseph Street and Queen Street. The impact on traffic is expected to be minimal, but, if possible, drivers are encouraged to plan an alternative route.

To learn more about filming in Kitchener, visit www.kitchener.ca/filming