backlot

back·lot

the section of a film studio containing large outdoor sets, as buildings, streets, etc.

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Noun

(plural backlots)

The farthest section of a parking lot.
(Hollywood): The area of a movie studio where outdoor scenes were filmed. Typically generic "towns" such as western, which could be re-used as needed.

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Sweet Sundays: On the six Sundays of the festival, this event features a light breakfast and sparkling toast at the Festival Showplace, which is the rarely used Stage 12 in the Hollywood Pictures Backlot.
In addition to the front line pass, you'll also receive a 6-hour guided tour of the backlot area where the movies are made, as well as valet parking and an all-you-can-eat pass.

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