WCPO_Drop_Dead1.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. Honoree Tim Maloney, Kristen Scholtman and Emilio Estevez.Photo by: Joe Simon WCPO_Drop_Dead2.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. Charlie Braun, Jilian Price and Mike Erwin. Photo by: Joe Simon WCPO_Drop_Dead3.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. The host location, Waypoint Aviation at Lunken Airport. Photo by: Joe Simon WCPO_Drop_Dead4.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. DJ Joey supplied lots of high energy music. Photo by: Joe Simon WCPO_Drop_Dead5.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. Frozen Zombies were part of the decor. Photo by: Joe Simon WCPO_Drop_Dead6.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. Emalene, Sarah, Ian, Britton, Mike and Julie. Photo by: Joe Simon WCPO_Drop_Dead7.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. Christopher, Stephen, Heather, Saphor. and Donna. Photo by: Joe Simon WCPO_Drop_Dead8.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. Mike Lang and local actress Daphine Matthews. Photo by: Joe Simon WCPO_Drop_Dead9.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. Local makeup artist turns Hayden Eckhardt into another zombie. Photo by: Joe Simon WCPO_Drop_Dead10.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. Another zombie used to created the “Drop Dead” theme.Photo by: Joe Simon WCPO_Drop_Dead11.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. Taryn Wainscott poses for a photo next to one of the Lear jets.Photo by: Joe Simon WCPO_Drop_Dead12.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. Linda Pastorino, Linda Spalazzi, Lois Distel and Kathi Hadley. Photo by: Joe Simon WCPO_Drop_Dead13.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. Endya Riley M.C. for the Fixx Band and vocalist Arieo Underwood. Photo by: Joe Simon WCPO_Drop_Dead14.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. Zombie Michelle Snyder. Photo by: Joe Simon WCPO_Drop_Dead15.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. Khryf Style shows off her make up zombie face. Photo by: Joe Simon WCPO_Drop_Dead16.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. Flash Mob Dancing. Photo by: Joe Simon WCPO_Drop_Dead17.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. Flash Mob Dancing. Photo by: Joe Simon WCPO_Drop_Dead18.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. The large group of dancers pose for a photo. Photo by: Joe Simon WCPO_Drop_Dead19.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. Honoree Tim Maloney, Kristen Scholtman and Emilio Estevez. The Fixx Band. Photo by: Joe Simon WCPO_Drop_Dead20.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. Tamara Harkavy and Kim Sheridan. Photo by: Joe Simon WCPO_Drop_Dead21.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. Suzanne Westfall poses for a photo in front of the Lear jet. Photo by: Joe Simon WCPO_Drop_Dead22.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. The Fixx Band. Photo by: Joe Simon WCPO_Drop_Dead23.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. Jillian, Renee, Pam, Tamara and Matt. Photo by: Joe Simon WCPO_Drop_Dead24.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. Chuck M. and LC Elsie Pina. Photo by: Joe Simon WCPO_Drop_Dead25.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. Emilio Estevez explains how good the art scene is in Cincinnati and that is why he loves it here. Photo by: Joe Simon WCPO_Drop_Dead26.jpg Film Cincinnati transformed an airport hanger into a working soundstage for its third annual Backlot Gala, themed, “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” on Sept. 7, 2019 at Lunken Airport. Steve McGowman, Emilio Estevez and Kristen Schlotman present Tim Maloney with Film Cincinnati Founder’s Award. Photo by: Joe Simon