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Steven Spielberg picks Virginia locations for new Abraham Lincoln film
Steven Spielberg’s long-gestating feature Lincoln will film scenes in Petersburg and Richmond, Virginia, later in 2011. Originally slated to star Liam Neeson, the lead role has instead gone to Daniel Day-Lewis. In a statement Spielberg said: “Virginia's rich historic legacy,…
Plans to double Hawaii’s filming incentives deferred until 2012
Hawaii’s filming incentives will stay at 15% for at least the rest of 2011 after a proposal to expand the scheme stalled in State Legislature. Supporters were calling for an incentive increase to 40% on some of the islands. Passing…
Wes Anderson filming Moonrise Kingdom on Rhode Island with Bruce Willis and Bill Murray
Wes Anderson has begun directing stars including Bruce Willis, Bill Murray, Edward Norton and Tilda Swinton on Rhode Island. Moonrise Kingdom plans to film on state-owned property until mid-June. The production is scheduled to film today in Long Pond, before…
Twilight and Green Lantern benefitting Louisiana economy
Big-budget projects Twilight and Green Lantern are among those benefitting the economy in Louisiana. For every dollar Louisiana issues as a tax credit for film productions, the state economy makes USD5.71, according to a new report. State-wide economic output from…
The Avengers starts filming in New Mexico with time also scheduled for Ohio and NYC
Superhero epic The Avengers has started filming in Albuquerque, New Mexico, uniting Marvel’s biggest characters into a single film. Over the next few months production is also scheduled for Cleveland, Ohio, and New York City. John R Kasich, Governor of…
Petronas ad doubles Japan, Malaysia and Hungary for global locations
Malaysian oil company Petronas has filmed a new ad in Japan, Malaysia and Hungary to promote its involvement with the recent Malaysian Formula One Grand Prix. The spot shows ordinary motorists around the world using F1 cars in their everyday…
The Desert - a filming survival guide
As with all extreme locations, preparation and planning before an expedition is crucial. Choosing the format you wish to film on may be governed by an existing edit suite facility at the production company but this may not be the…
Mississippi increases filming incentive and opens new studio
Mississippi has increased its filming incentive by 5%, broadened its eligibility and opened a new studio. It all suggests the state is eager for a piece of the industry action now being enjoyed by neighbouring Louisiana. The state’s rebate now…
Number crunch: Making Norway work as a filming location
Snow streaks past the plane window as I approach Bergen in western Norway. It’s late March and the weather in London is growing milder but the snow’s a reminder that it’s still a bit chilly in Norway. The Location Guide…
TLG talks to Iain Smith OBE about camera grips, investment plans and 'the Dambusters spirit'
Iain Smith, the new Chair of the British Film Commission (BFC) takes on a heavy challenge: to reinvigorate attitudes, build on strengths and avoid all resting on British film industry laurels. Smith (pictured) is one of Britain’s best-known producers, having…