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BBC/Netflix show Requiem now filming on location in Wales
Requiem, a new series commissioned by the BBC and co-produced by New Pictures and Netflix, has begun filming in the Welsh city of Newport. Funding has been provided by The Welsh Government, ensuring that the project stays and hires locally.…
Why is the UK's production industry going from strength to strength in the face of economic uncertainty? TLG spoke to industry experts to find out
According to the Office for National Statistics, the UK’s production industry grew by 16.4% in 2016’s third quarter despite economic uncertainty brought about by the EU referendum. This was notably higher than any other services sector in the country during…
Argentina: a world of filming locations in South America
In the last fifteen years, Argentina has become a favourite destination for commercials, photo shoots and feature films. It is renowned for its ability to offer a wide range of locations, as depicted in films and television shows that have…
Texas lawmaker proposes abolishing the state film commission and tax incentive
Both the Texas Film Commission and state film incentive could be brought to an end after Senator Bob Hall proposed the notion at a legislative hearing last week. The Senator expressed his dismay with the organisation and the grant it…
APU Productions serviced Netflix’s Chef’s Table in Peru
APU Productions were on hand during filming on the latest season of Netflix’s cooking series, Chef’s Table, servicing the project’s stay in Peru. The show travelled to Peru to investigate Virgilio Martínez Véliz’s world renowned restaurant, Central. Chef’s Table is…
Netflix’s Black Mirror to shoot episode in Iceland
The next series of Netflix’s anthology show, Black Mirror, will feature scenes shot on location in Iceland. Production company Truenorth will be handling the shoot, having now obtained filming permits from the Environment Agency of Iceland. Filming will take place…
Green Olive Films used 80 camera rig for Thomson commercial in Crete
Thomson’s latest commercial, which aired over the 2016 Christmas holiday, was shot on location at the Aquila Rithymna Beach in Crete. Green Olive Films serviced the spot, working with creative agency, Y&R London (formerly RKCR/Y&R) and production company, Outsider. Located…
Speaking with Evan Thomason, Economic Development Associate of the Santa Clarita Film Office
Santa Clarita has always been a household name to the citizens of California, but with the recent release of Netflix’s horror-comedy, Santa Clarita Diet, the city is now enjoying a state of worldwide recognition. TLG contacted Evan Thomason of the…
Talking with Florida’s film industry: Moonlight, locations and where the state is headed
Florida’s film industry is in a constant state of flux – business has faltered ever since the local film incentive was left to expire in 2016 and discussions are currently underway regarding the potential closure of the state film office.…
Phoenix boasts USD32 million in revenue from production activity in 2016
Phoenix, Arizona brought in just over USD32 million from production related expenditure throughout 2016, the highest rate incurred by the industry since 2009. Work on Michael Bay’s action-sequel, Transformers: The Last Knight resulted in the largest individual spend of the…
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House needed for feature film
Hey Guys, We Are In Urgent Need Of A House To Film In For A Feature From 22-26 November In The Buckinghamshire/bedfordshire/northamptonshire Area - Or…
Posted Nov 16, 2014 - 1 repliesSeeking Locations In Latin/South America or Mexico
Hi, We Are Looking For A Second Location For A Feature Film. We Have Decided On A First Location In The Western United States, And…
Posted Nov 4, 2014 - 8 repliesGERMAN FIXER REQUIRED
Hi, I Work For A Uk Tv Company Called Shine North. We Are Looking At Filming A Road Trip Through Paris, Amsterdam And Berlin During…
Posted Oct 7, 2014 - 0 repliesWhat Permits Are Required To Film In European Countries
We Are Shooting A Trilogy Of Adventure Films Within The Next Seven Years That Requires Us To Film Outside Of The Usa. The First Film…
Posted Sep 22, 2014 - 4 repliesFixer needed for recce in South America - ASAP
I Am Making A Documentary About Breastfeeding Around The World And We Need To Find A South American Woman To Film With In The Next…
Posted May 20, 2014 - 4 repliesRoadside Motel-type Building in London Area Required
We Are Looking For A Roadside Motel In The Same Vein As The American Ones We All Know And Love But With A Distinctly British…
Posted Feb 21, 2014 - 1 repliesSummer lake shoot / mid march / South America / South Europe?
Hello, We Are Looking To Shoot A Lake Area In Mid March. Swimming, Underwater Scenes Needed. Air Temperature Above +20-25c, Water Temperature Above +15-18c. Pine…
Posted Feb 20, 2014 - 6 repliesHelp needed in Istanbul
Hello, We Are Planning To Film Testimonial Videos In Istanbul For Our American Client, Most Likely In Beyoglu By Late March. We Are Thinking Of…
Posted Jan 28, 2014 - 2 repliesMoose / Elk
Hi I Am Currently Looking For A Moose For And Up And Coming Job. I Have Been Advised To Look In North America, Canada Or…
Posted Jan 16, 2014 - 3 repliesURGENT - WHEAT FIELDS
Needed Golden Wheat Fields In First Week Of Feb Till Latest Mid Feb To Shoot. Happy To Look At South America/australia/new Zealand/usa/africa/middle East Urgent Quote…
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Victorious Productions
Category: Production Service Companies
Country: Mexico
Covering: Mexico + Latin AmericaCRIM Media
Category: Production Companies
Country: Ecuador
Covering: Ecuador, Latin America, North AmericaNorth Finland Film Commission
Category: Film Commissions
Country: Finland
Covering: Northern Ostrobothnia, Central Ostrobothnia, KainuuMurdoc
Category: Production Companies
Country: Uruguay
Covering: URUGUAY, ARGENTINA, CHILE, COLOMBIA, ECUADOR & MEXICOJamie Kennerley
Category: Directors Of Photography
Country: Brazil
Covering: Brazil, South American, UK & EuropeVisuals Studio Brazil
Category: Production Companies
Country: Brazil
Covering: Brazil, Latin-America, Europe, AsiaFina Arte Filmes
Category: Production Companies - TV
Country: Brazil
Covering: Brazil and South AmericaMaru Productions
Category: Location Finders/ Scouts
Country: South Korea
Covering: South Korea, SingaporeEden Project
Category: Film Friendly Locations
Country: United KingdomCDI Virtual Brazil films
Category: Production Companies
Country: Brazil
Covering: Brazil, Amazon, USA
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Incentives (62)
The Louisiana Motion Picture Investor Tax Credit
An additional 10%, investor tax credit is given on the total aggregate payroll of Louisiana residents. Bringing total credits to 40%. Tax credits may be transferred back to the State for 85% of face value; however, the state is not…
Kentucky: Refundable Tax Credit
Kansas: No formal incentives / program cancelled
Indiana: No formal incentives
The Roy W. Dean Film Grant seeks films that are unique and make a contribution to society. The winner receives $3,500 cash and close to $30,000 in donated film products and services they can use to complete their film. Films…
Illinois Film Services Tax Credit
30% credit on Illinois salaries up to $100,000 per worker. Applicants will receive an additional 15% tax credit on salaries of individuals (making at least $1,000 in total wages) that live in an economically disadvantaged area (at least 10.5% unemployment).…
Idaho: No formal incentives
Idaho has a rebate of the 6% sales tax on tangible personal property (which excludes consumables such as food) when $200,000 is spent on a wide variety of qualifying expenses. Production personnel who are staying 30 days or more in…
Hawaii: Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit
The credit equals 20% of qualified production costs incurred on Oahu, and 25% on the neighbour islands (Big Island, Kauai, Lanai, Maui, Molokai). Sales Tax is not recoverable. Any person working in Hawaii, whether a resident or not, is subject…
The Georgia Entertainment Industry Investment Act
Sales Tax Exemption. 20% across the board, transferable flat tax credit with a minimum of $500,000 spent on qualified production and post production expenditures within Georgia Additional 10% tax credit if a production company includes an imbedded Georgia promotional logo…
Florida Entertainment Industry Sales Tax Exemption
Delaware: no formal incentive in place.
Significant projects will be evaluated on a case by case basis.