Mark Wahlberg Brings Hollywood Excitement to Shrewsbury — But Here's Where It Gets Controversial... The Boston-born star Mark Wahlberg recently made a buzzworthy visit to Shrewsbury, stopping by local favorites Brody's Diner and Flynn's Truck Stop as part of the filming for his upcoming movie, "Weekend Warriors." On the afternoon of Wednesday, October 8, Wahlberg was seen at these Route 20 establishments, preparing to shoot several important scenes. Production teams have even received official permission from Shrewsbury authorities to temporarily shut down the road to accommodate filming, which will prominently feature a traffic jam scenario. Wahlberg isn’t new to Central Massachusetts’ film scene—this region has hosted several celebrity-packed productions. In May 2017, he joined a star-studded cast including Will Ferrell, John Lithgow, Mel Gibson, and John Cena to film scenes for "Daddy's Home 2" at the now-closed Old Timer Restaurant in Clinton. This return to familiar territory is sparking discussions among locals and film fans alike. And this is the part most people miss: How does filming impact these small-town communities, both positively and potentially disruptively? Are the road closures a fair trade-off for the excitement and economic boost the filming might bring? What do you think—should more towns open their doors to movie productions, or are the interruptions too much of a hassle? Join the conversation and share your views below! For the latest updates on this story, head back to telegram.com.
