Filming in London to be made easier
Boris Johnson, the Mayor of London, has announced plans to make film a key part of the city's cultural experience in the report Cultural Metropolis.
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New look Zodiak plans to expand
Italian media and finance company De Agostini is to unify its European production empire under the one name, Zodiak Entertainment. It aims to consolidate its position in Europe and advance into North America and Asia.
South Africa's commercials production industry remains stable
The results of the 4th Commercial Producers Industry Survey 2008, released by the Commercial Producers Association of South Africa and the Gauteng Film Commission indicate that the sector continues to produce a relatively stable number of commercials, using more shoot days, for higher budgets per commercial.
Germany and France announce co-development fund
Germany and France are planning to launch a USD376,000 co-development fund from next year as part of their existing bilateral mini co-production agreement.
Illinois anounces 30% tax credit for filmmakers
The Illinois General Assembly almost unanimously passed an enhanced film and television production tax credit. The tax incentive has been increased from the 20% of the past three years to a competitively healthy 30%.
UK and Morocco complete co-production agreement
UK and Moroccan Government officials have completed negotiations on a film co-production agreement. The treaty is due to come into effect in the first half of next year.
Runnymede University Campus opens for filming
The UK's Runnymede Campus in Egham, Surrey is now available for hire to every sector of the film industry.
German Federal Film Fund pays out USD72.5 million to 91 projects
The German Federal Film Fund (DFFF) has proven to be so successful with international producers that only USD3.8 milion is now left for the remainder of 2008.