Craftworks: The secrets of Land Rover’s latest spot and how to make advertising funny again
Designed to “take the self-loathing out of advertising”, Craftworks is a unique event hosted by David Reviews and the Advertising Producers Association.
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Scalped TV pilot to film on location in New Mexico
A television adaptation of Jason Aaron’s comic book series, Scalped, will shoot its pilot episode in Santa Fe, Pojoaque and Laguna Pueblo later this month. The pilot will be directed by Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, with Doug Jung and Geoff Johns on board as Executive Producers.
Green Olive Films used 80 camera rig for Thomson commercial in Crete
Thomson’s latest commercial, which aired over the 2016 Christmas holiday, was shot on location at the Aquila Rithymna Beach in Crete. Green Olive Films serviced the spot, working with creative agency, Y&R London (formerly RKCR/Y&R) and production company, Outsider.
New Mexico film incentive could expand under new proposal
Representatives Daymon Ely and Bill McCamley have submitted a proposal (House Bill 192) that could increase the New Mexico film incentive fund from USD50 million to USD53.7 million. If successful, the increase would take effect from July onwards.
Government plan to reduce New Mexico film incentive passes first round of debates
New Mexico’s tax credit incentive, which has long been considered as one of the most competitive in the United States, could be cut under a proposal to reduce Government spending. A majority vote of 7-5 was counted in favour of reducing the annual cap from USD50 million to USD30 million.
The 3rd annual LMGI Awards show announces its nominees
The Location Managers Guild International Awards show has announced its full list of nominees. This year's award ceremony will be the first since LMGI’s rebranding in 2015 and will feature a vast array of productions across all the screen industries.
Filming restrictions to appear in Hollywood this Christmas
In an effort to reduce the amount of people present in Hollywood over the Christmas holiday, filming restrictions will be introduced to deter productions from operating in the area.
Penny Dreadful to film third series in Dublin
Gothic TV drama Penny Dreadful will film a third series on location in the Irish capital Dublin. Created by screenwriter John Logan, the show follows the adventures of an assortment of iconic horror characters from 19th century literature in Victorian London.