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China to install massive 40% tax rebate courtesy of Wanda Group
International films that shoot in China will soon be able to access an incredible 40% rebate, jointly funded by Wang Jialin’s Dalia Wanda Group and the Qingdao regional Government. The rebate won’t apply on a national scale however, accessible only…
Scenes shot around Wimbledon, London for Jack Reacher: Never Go Back
The second film in the Jack Reacher cinematic series, set to release October 21st was partially shot on location in Merton Park, London. The shoot involved landing a helicopter in Merton Park while sound stages at Wimbledon Studios were also…
On location in Portugal with Made in Lisbon's Head of Production, Carla Liziario.
As part of the Made in World production service conglomerate, Carla Liziario heads the company's Lisbon branch and works daily with productions hoping to utilise the sunny locations of Portugal. In this exclusive talk with The Location Guide, Carla discusses…
San Antonio Government discussing film incentive increase
This week’s meeting of the San Antonio City Council will feature discussions regarding the state of film incentives in the region and how to increase the current rate. Productions that film in San Antonio can receive an extra 2.5% rebate…
Othello Khanh discusses using Vietnam as a filming location
Othello Khanh is one of the most prolific production professionals working in Vietnam today, having spent over 30 years in the business and working on projects for Coca-Cola, Pepsi and Unilever to name a few. With credits in Directing, Producing…
Filming now underway in New York for Netflix’s The Punisher, The Defenders soon to follow
Filming has now begun on Netflix’s The Punisher in what will be the fifth collaboration between the streaming service and Marvel Television. The production is currently filming on location in Brooklyn but is expected to travel to other boroughs of…
Norway’s film incentive increased by NOK16 million for 2016-2017 cycle
According to Norway’s newly announced state budget for 2017, the nation’s 25% rebate will have its fund increased from NOK45 million to NOK56 million (USD7 million), allowing it to extend to more productions than ever before. Under the previous fund,…
The Bottle Yard Studios to receive GBP692,000 investment from local council
One of the UK’s most popular filming spaces, The Bottle Yard Studios will be receiving an investment of GBP692,000 from Bristol City Council, allowing the company to pay for improvements to its IT capabilities and roofing structure. Councillor Estella Tincknell,…
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…
Producer Talk with Acki Heldens, Executive Producer of Tempomedia
Since its inception, Germany-based Tempomedia has become a widely recognised name in the commercials production industry, having worked for clients such as Audi, BMW, Harley Davidson, Ikea and Nivea. One of the Executive Producers of the company, Acki Heldens had…