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French hours

Also known as continuous hours, Pacific Northwest hours.

A continuous-hours shooting schedule in which food is served while work continues instead of taking a traditional mid-day meal break; it is subject to the applicable agreement, employer policy, and local rules.

Continuous-hours planning

French / continuous hours
A planned day without a traditional mid-day meal break, with food served while work continues.
Meal-period rules
The applicable collective agreement, employer policy, and jurisdiction determine whether and how this schedule can be used.

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Sources

  1. Set Decoration reading list and glossary · IATSE Local 891
  2. Film industry terminology · California Film Commission

Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.

    French hours | Filmclusive Encyclopedia