Sure, New York has a new film festival every weekend and you’re practically guaranteed to run into a local actor any time step outside. And, of course, there’s the whole city of Los Angeles. But what if you’re a cinephile who doesn’t want to deal with traffic or the MTA?

Thankfully, it’s not just the major cities that host all things silver screen. Surprisingly, smaller cities often play supporting roles in many movies: There are places you can live that offer some serious celebrity sightings, some of the best quirky film festivals, and historic film houses.

So, without further ado: The eight nominees for the best places to live (if you’re a film fanatic.)

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