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Why a man is living in billboard on West Hollywood's Sunset Boulevard
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Jonathan Lloyd , as published by NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· August 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The man's daily activities are being shared on social media, giving a glimpse into his temporary living situation.
In West Hollywood, a unique installation has appeared above Sunset Boulevard. A man is residing in a specially designed space to draw attention to an upcoming film. This promotional effort is set to continue through Saturday.
The man's daily activities are being shared on social media, giving a glimpse into his temporary living situation. He is seen performing routine tasks and even observing the surroundings with binoculars. Further information about this installation and the film it is promoting can be found through Netflix, the company behind the campaign.
The setup is meant to reflect the premise of the upcoming movie, and its purpose is to generate interest among locals and commuters in the area.
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Category: government Published: August 6, 2026 Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) Reading time: 1 min
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