I was surprised by the diversity of lifestyles and locations on Thailand’s largest island, Phuket. It’s known as a party destination so I expected to find overcrowded beaches and discount hotels. That is exactly what I found, but Phuket is also so much more.
[slideshow id=325]An Iceland native, Einar has been the Icelandic Film Commissioner since 2004. The Film in Iceland project was started in 2002 when Iceland decided to launch its filming incentive programme to help stimulate its vibrant film industry.
New TV show Nashville has been commissioned for a full season and has committed to a Tennessee shoot. Filming will re-start in early 2013 and the production will spend about three additional months in the city of Nashville.
Andrea is an experienced journalist and moved to Peru in 2007 as a stringer for the New York Times. Her work quickly expanded to location filming fixer and line producer for TV and documentary filmmakers. Andrea is tri-lingual and works with clients from all over the world.
Day 3: We travelled north to the edge of the golden triangle at Chiang Rai. Chiang Rai is surrounded by agricultural land, a place to get out of the Bangkok heat and a starting point for serious trekkers heading into the backcountry.
Toronto-based Soft Citizen filmed on location in South Africa for War Child Canada. The spot promotes schooling and childhood fun as ways to tackle issues like child soldiering and the prevalence of landmines in Third World countries.
The Mill’s Three Little Pigs commercial campaign for British newspaper The Guardian won the Grand Prix competition at the Ciclope International Advertising Craft Festival last week. Ciclope specifically recognises the craft of commercial production and this year TLG was an official partner.
Location scouts love a good film office. There is nothing more important and reassuring about scouting unchartered territory than a great film office. What makes a great film office is information and service. I know a good film office from the first meeting and it is love at first sight here in Bangkok.