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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…
Canary Islands raises film rebate to 40% and incentive cap to EUR5.4 million
The Spanish Government has decided to invest in the cinematic potential of the Canary Islands by increasing the 35% tax rebate, available to foreign productions, to 40%. The overall cap on the amount that can be claimed via the rebate…
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…
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…
Søren Peter Langkjær Bojsen strikes gold at the Young Director Award 2017
Danish Director Søren Peter Langkjær Bojsen was the biggest winner at last night’s Young Director Award, scoring both the Special Jury Prize and a Gold Screen Award for his short film, Delphi. Produced by Bacon CPH, the film depicts the…
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…
Streaming service Stan to shoot first original feature film, The Second, in Queensland
Screen Queensland has entered into an exclusive partnership with the Australian streaming service, Stan, to produce an original feature film entitled The Second. Principal photography is now underway and the project will receive a theatrical release before being available to…
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…
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Looking for a fixer in Bamako- Mali
I Am Looking For A Fixer To Help Me With The Pilot Of A Documentary I Am Hoping Will Be Shot In Mali. The Film…
Posted May 24, 2016 - 0 repliesDIRECTORS AND CINEMOGRAPHERS
We Are Looking For 2 Teams. Directos, Cinemographers, We Plan To Shoot City Antalya - Turkey Each Team Will Work Around 60 Days. 30 Days…
Posted May 3, 2016 - 1 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 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 repliesLondon Cityscape View/Shooting Location
Looking For A Filming Location In London On The 24th March: Interior With Large/panoramic Windows Unobstructed View Of London Skyline - Variety Of Buildings, Dense…
Posted Mar 17, 2016 - 0 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 repliesWorldwide fixers needed
Hi, We’re Looking For A Fixers For A Doc Series About Crime, Ideally Who Are Good At Getting Permits/visas For Sensitive Countries But Also Able…
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Category: Production Service Companies
Country: Chile
Covering: Chile, Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil, Peru, MexicoWeSouth
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Country: Argentina
Covering: Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Brazil, Mexico, Peru, BoliviaLemon Reel Film Services
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Country: Namibia
Covering: Namibia, Angola, Ethiopia, Djibouti, Eritrea, South SudanFIXER.
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Country: United States of America
Covering: USA, The Caribbean, Mexico, CanadaAFS Productions
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Country: South Africa
Covering: Africa, Indian Ocean Islands24:7
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Country: Spain
Covering: SpainFIXER.
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Country: United States of America
Covering: USA, Caribbean, Mexico, CanadaCrossWind Advertising
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Country: Argentina
Covering: Latin America, South East Asia, Iberian PeninsulaLucky Fish Productions
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Country: South Africa
Covering: Southern AfricaA New Life Films
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Country: China
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Incentives (61)
Washington DC: Rebates
Varies – 21% on qualified expenses not subject to taxation in DC; 30% for BTL resident crew; 42% for qualified expenses subject to taxation. The program is under revision. However, projects are being reviewed on a case by case basis.…
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…