Italy, Puerto Rico and Czech Republic incentives
Italy continues to show how seriously its taking film incentives. Following the announcement of a national tax credits scheme earlier in the year, Sicily has now
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BossaNova goes interactive
BossaNovaFilms has announced the launch of a new division for the production of interactive projects. It will work in conjunction with the production company's already eastablished areas of advertising, cinema, TV, web content and branded content. A team of four, Alexandre Souza, Gabriel Laet, Guilherme Almeida and Paulo Perez, has joined BossaNova to run the operation.
Tanner Hall to premiere at Toronto
Tanner Hall, which filmed entirely in Rhode Island utilising local crew and talent, will have its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on Monday, September 14, 2009.
Michigan studios secure funding
Raleigh Michigan Studios, formerly known as the Motown Motion Picture Studios, has obtained the USD75.8 million in financing it needs to convert the idled General Motors plant in Pontiac into two buildings that will house seven new soundstages.
New USA payroll company launched
Ease Entertainment Services, the first major payroll company to launch in the states in 20 years, has opened it doors for business in Beverley Hills, California, and other key incentive states.
Screen Australia announces support for 16 new projects
An adaptation of Louis de Bernières’ best-selling novel Red Dog is among USD12.5 million of new Screen Australia investment. The film was adapted for the screen by Daniel Taplitz and will be directed by Kriv Stenders and produced by Nelson Woss and Julie Ryan. Production is expected to take place in Western Australia’s Pilbara from October.
Merger proposed for flagship film bodies
Plans to merge the UK Film Council (UKFC) and the British Film Institute (BFI) into a single body to support film could benefit both the filmgoing public and the industry, Film Minister Siôn Simon has stated.
New Israeli Tax incentive
In an attempt to promote Israeli culture and image abroad, Israel’s Finance Ministry has announced tax breaks for investors in local film productions.