Hollywood Arrives in Carleton Place for Michael Cera’s New Film
So there’s been a real buzz in the small Ontario town of Carleton Place, and honestly, it’s the kind of thing that makes you stop and smile. Hollywood energy swept through the community when two well-known Canadian stars — Pamela Anderson and Michael Cera — were spotted filming scenes for Cera’s new movie, Love Is Not the Answer . This project is especially exciting because it marks Cera’s debut as a director, and he’s brought along a star-studded cast that includes Liam Neeson, Jamie Dornan, Steve Coogan, Fred Hechinger, and Joshua Odjick.
The filming has been taking place throughout the Ottawa region from November 10 to December 10, and on November 24, Carleton Place became the center of the action. The town’s municipal parking lot by the library and its main street were transformed into a movie set. Anyone walking along Bridge Street that day might’ve caught Pamela Anderson strolling through for a scene — Carleton Place Tourism even posted a video of her doing just that.
Local excitement was impossible to miss. Longtime resident Jen Moll took a walk down the main street specifically to check out the action. She didn’t get to meet the actors, but she was close enough to snap photos and soak in the atmosphere. She mentioned how surreal it felt, knowing that when the movie comes out — whether on TV or in theatres — she’ll be able to say, “I was right there, watching that moment being filmed.”
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Carleton Place town councillor Linda Seccaspina also shared her enthusiasm, explaining that these celebrity visits are a real gift for the community. For a small town, moments like this bring a kind of attention you just can’t manufacture. It boosts tourism, gives local businesses a little spotlight, and adds a sense of fun and pride for residents.
And this isn’t new for Carleton Place, either. The town has quietly built a reputation as a charming filming location, thanks to its historic buildings and classic small-town vibe. Mel Gibson’s Fatman was shot there in 2020, and in 2023, both Carleton Place and nearby Almonte served as picture-perfect backdrops for Hallmark films like Paging Mr. Darcy and Love in High Gear . Locals still talk about those moments.
With Love Is Not the Answer expected to debut at the Cannes Film Festival in May 2026, the excitement around this project is only growing. For Carleton Place residents, these glimpses of Hollywood aren’t just photo ops — they’re memories, invitations for visitors, and reminders that even small towns can find themselves in the global spotlight. And now everyone’s wondering: who will come filming here next?
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