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Unearthing the forgotten cinematic potential of Egypt
Since 1980 I have had a strong affinity with Egypt, producing a wide variety of commercials, films, programmes and documentaries. The country is a land of opportunity for international filmmakers, with a vibrant industry that offers a wide range of…
How productions can navigate Chile’s early winter
Winter can arrive early in Chile, as evidenced by the country’s recent change in climate, which can catch some productions off guard. Chilean locations can become entirely different under snowfall and so it’s worth knowing which parts of the country…
Michael Bay brings the Transformers series to Namibia, the UK and Arizona in The Last Knight
The fifth instalment in Michael Bay’s highly successful Transformers series was shot in locations throughout Namibia, parts of the UK and in Phoenix, Arizona. On an estimated budget of USD217 million, principal photography lasted for almost eight months, spanning May…
On location in Atlanta with Location Manager Douglas Dresser
Known for his work on such projects as Ghost in the Shell and The Revenant, Location Manager Douglas Dresser is soon to make waves again with his latest project, Baby Driver. Directed by Edgar Wright, the film about a young…
Cannes Lions 2017: 4Creative and Blink Productions win Film Grand Prix with We’re The Superhumans
Channel 4’s inspiring Paralympics campaign, We’re The Superhumans, came away from the Cannes Lions Festival with the highly coveted Film Grand Prix award. The spot, which features various paralympians competing in a number of sport activities, has had a successful…
How to navigate the best locations in Costa Rica and Panama
I am often asked about the experience of shooting Costa Rica or Panama, so allow me to give you an insight into these two beautiful and amazing countries before you make the trip. While the two countries are relatively close…
London’s Hampstead at the centre of a new film starring Diane Keaton and Brendan Gleeson
Joel Hopkins’ latest romantic comedy, Hampstead, highlights a variety of locations throughout the North London area in a story inspired by the life of Harry Hallowes, the ‘Hermit of Hampstead’. FilmFixer coordinated the shoot in early 2016 at Flask Walk,…
Interview with Steve Solot, Executive Director of the Brazilian Film Commission Network
The 2016 Olympic Games in Rio proved that Brazil was ready to break on to the international scene, but what can the country offer for productions? TLG sat down with Steve Solot, Executive Director of the Brazillian Film Commission Network…
On location with Karina Moreton, Managing Director of Panoramic Fixers
It’s no secret that Asia is an unparalleled treasure trove of unique locations, but each country comes with its own considerations. The question that plagues production professionals is how to best navigate the territory? TLG spoke to Karina Moreton of…
Superman prequel Krypton to be first series shot at Belfast Harbour Studios
The newly built Belfast Harbour Studios in Northern Ireland has secured its first major television series in the form of Krypton, a prequel to DC’s Man of Steel. The series is being developed by David S. Goyer, who previously worked…
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Snowy location needed (worlwide) in August w/ forests/cabins/mountains
Hello, A Client Of Mine Is Looking To Do A 7 Day Shoot In August For A Winter Catalog That Requires A Snowy, Wintery Location…
Posted Jun 1, 2016 - 13 replies*** Italian speaking photo assistant / North of England
We Are Looking For An Italian Speaking 2nd Photo Assistant Available On 12th & 13th Of May, Based In The North Of England, Ideally Liverpool.…
Posted May 3, 2016 - 0 repliesFixers in Utah: Question About Utah Locations
Hi, I Have A Question For Fixers And Location Managers In Utah, Or Those With Experience Scouting Locations In Utah. Has Anyone Filmed Any Desert…
Posted Apr 28, 2016 - 3 repliesClassic 1900's Villa or House / Apartment
We Are Looking For A Classic Villa Or Apartment - With Lovely Stylish Interiors And High Ceilings For Photo Shoot In April. Ideally The Villa…
Posted Mar 31, 2016 - 0 repliesSeeking Fixer In New Mexico/West USA
I Am Looking For A Fixer In New Mexico, Or One Who Specializes In The Western/southwestern States Of The Usa. This Is For A Travel-related…
Posted Mar 24, 2016 - 1 repliesFixer in Normandy
We Are Looking For A Fixer To Assist Us With Our Production In Normandy. We Will Be Conducting Interviews In And Around The Normandy Region…
Posted Mar 21, 2016 - 1 repliesFixer in Northern Africa
Hello! Looking For A Fixer In Northern Africa That Can Service A Production On The Ivory Coast. Thank You! Gabrielle Yuro Farandwideinc@gmail.com
Posted Mar 12, 2016 - 0 repliesFixer For Croatia, Portugal, And Morocco
We Are Looking For A Fixer With Experience Organizing For Motion Picture Productions In Portugal, Morocco, And Croatia. I Am Working On Two Films (both…
Posted Feb 22, 2016 - 7 repliesFixer For Argentina, Chile, And Brazil
We Are Looking For A Fixer With Experience Organizing For Film Productions In "at Least Two" Of The Following Places: Argentina, Brazil, And Chile. I…
Posted Feb 22, 2016 - 1 repliesOslo location
Hi I Posted A Request Some Weeks Ago About A Project In Northern Norway. We Are Still Working On This And We Will Probably Need…
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Covering: Latin America, South East Asia, Iberian PeninsulaPure Scandinavia
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Country: Finland
Covering: Finland,Sweden, Norway,EstoniaA New Life Films
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Country: China
Covering: China, TaiwanNorthern Ireland Screen
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Country: United Kingdom
Location Experience: Northern IrelandTruenorth
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The Washington Motion Picture Competitiveness Programme
Washington Film offers funding assistance for qualified in-state expenditures of up to 30% for motion pictures and episodic series with less than six episodes and up to 35% for episodic series with at least six episodes. Also offers funding assistance…
Virginia: The Governor’s Motion Picture Opportunity Fund
NOTE: THIS IS A DISCRETIONARY FUND Company must demonstrate that it has 100% of its anticipated financing in place at the time the GMPOF grant is requested. Many expenses incurred in the purchase of production-related supplies or equipment are exempt…
Vermont: no formal incentive in place.
Significant projects will be evaluated on a case by case basis. 6.9% sales tax exemption is available for all direct production expenses that appear in the film. The 9% accommodation tax is waived for lodging in excess of 30 days.…
Utah: The Motion Picture Incentive Fund (MPIF)
Productions must be 100% financed and must pre-qualify with the Film commission. A CPA audit is required. Producers have a choice of tax credits up to 25% of the in-state spend, with no per project cap (however a Utah tax…
The Texas Moving Image Industry Incentive Programme
5% for $250,000 - $1 million 10% for $1 million - $3.5 million 20% for $3.5 million+ The Texas Moving Image Industry Incentive Program offers a direct payment of up to 25% of qualified labor (this option is not available…
The Tennessee Film & Television Production Incentive
Hotel Occupancy Tax After staying 30 continuous days at a hotel, production staff and crews may qualify for a rebate of all previously paid Hotel Occupancy Taxes. From then on out, you are no longer charged this tax. This tax…
The South Carolina Motion Picture Incentive Fund
25% on all in-state Wages; 20% on all out-of-state Wages; 30%+ on Supplies Sales Tax Exemption on spend over US$250,000. Location fee free on all state-owned property. There is a $1 million hire cap for both resident and non-resident cast…
Rhode Island: The Motion Picture Production Tax Credit
There are no salary caps, but there is a $5 million project cap, which can and will be waived for qualifying motion picture and TV productions. Total production budget must exceed $100,000. For documentaries, a minimum of 51% of the…
The Pennsylvania Film Production Tax Credit
Pennsylvania offers up to a 30% transferable tax credit (25% base credit plus a 5% bonus), with a maximum of $60 million available per fiscal year. Pennsylvania has issued new guidelines, which are now in effect, and include, but are…
The Oregon Production Investment Fund
The incentive is 20% of production-related goods/services and 10% of Oregon-based payroll (including both resident and non-resident employees). Can be combined with the Greenlight Labour rebate for an effective labour rebate of 16.2%. No Sales Tax. Lodging taxes waived for…