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Amy Lemisch in interview
Smart, well-considered tax incentives have finally breathed life into the California film industry, and brought loads of work back to Hollywood. Amy Lemisch, Director of the California Film Commission, is now a favourite of all below-the-line workers in the Eldorado…
On location in Chile
Quantum of Solace, The Dance of Victory, The Motorcycle Diaries, high-end ads and international TV dramas and documentaries. Exactly why is it that the Chilean film industry has been punching far above its weight for the last couple of years?…
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. With the new taxation system, which also applies to commercial television and cable companies, production expenses would…
Wrigleys choose South Africa
USA based production house MJZ, director Craig Gillespie, and BBDO Chicago have just finished shooting two commercials in South Africa with Ola! Films. The campaign is the latest quirky offering from Wrigley’s Orbit Gum. Although not traditionally positioned as a…
Filming in Mexico
Nearly a year ago, swine flu hit Mexico, and as global concerns of a pandemic grew, the country briefly ground to a halt. Schools closed, and public transport stopped. Even movie theatres closed for up to three weeks across the…
Ausfilm appoint new CEO
Jackie O’Sullivan has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Ausfilm, the organisation charged with promoting Australia internationally as a production destination. O’Sullivan will replace departing CEO Caroline Pitcher in August. Martin Cayzer, Ausfilm Chairman, said: “Jackie will bring a truly…
SPAA moves to make Australia more competitive
The Screen Producers Association of Australia (SPAA) has announced a move to make Australia more attractive for international television commercials production. Geoff Brown, Executive Director of SPAA, said that in response to feedback from international advertising agencies and a rapidly…
Peter Jackson to review Film Commission
Oscar award winning director and producer Peter Jackson will lead a ministerial review of the New Zealand Film Commission to ensure it is best able to serve the needs of the local industry and community, Minister for Arts Culture and…
Here comes Cannes Lions 2009
Advertising professionals and advertisers from across the world are preparing to attend the 56th Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival, which takes place on 21 to 27 June. The Location Guide is gearing up for its 5th year at the festival…
Dalbag Singh Khaira in interview
To describe Dalbag Singh Khaira as a busy man is something of an understatement. As Head of Production for Proctor and Gamble in Greater China, he is undoubtedly one of the most active members of the region’s commercial film industry.…