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ITV series, The Widow, to film globally in late 2018
A newly commissioned eight-part drama from ITV, entitled The Widow, will be shot on location in Wales, Africa and the Netherlands. The series is being produced by Two Brothers Pictures (The Missing - pictured) and will be penned by Harry…
The cinematic potential of Oman
Oman has been my home for three years now and I have completely fallen in love with it. It is a beautiful country with over 2000km of coastline, an easy direct flight from the UK and an entire year’s worth…
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.…
The Bollywood fascination with international filming locations
With an estimated value of USD2.3 billion in 2016, Bollywood is one of the largest production industries in the world. Other countries are always trying to attract the attention of Indian Producers to promote their regions for filming. With an increasing number of…
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…
Bristol Harbour stars as hero location in World War Two film, Another Mother’s Son
Christopher Menaul’s war-time film, Another Mother’s Son, recreated St Helier Harbour at Princes Wharf in Bristol. During the shoot, the production utilised the Lloyds Amphitheatre as a base of operations. Principal photography took place throughout November and December 2015, with…
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…
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Cape Town areas that look like Small town America
Hello, We Are Prepping For Our Production. I'd Like To Know More About The Outlying Areas Of Cape Town That Could Mimic A Small Town…
Posted Mar 3, 2015 - 1 repliesLooking for Directors in South America
We’re Looking For Experienced Advertising Directors And Photographers From Brazil, Argentina, Chile And Uruguay To Be Represented In Europe And Usa. Candidates Must Be Creative,…
Posted Feb 11, 2015 - 1 repliesSeeking Rainforest Location For Film (No Large Snakes)
We Will Be Filming An Adventure Feature Film "primarily" In Caribbean/latin America Beginning Spring 2015. We Are Looking For A Tropical Rainforest That Has No…
Posted Dec 26, 2014 - 1 repliesIndie Movie in Russia
I Am Making An Indie Movie In Russia And I Need Help With Locations And Other Stuff. The Movie Is With An American Spirit And…
Posted Nov 30, 2014 - 11 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 repliesLooking for a FIXER in GREECE
Hi Guys I'm Looking For A Fixer In Greece .. Mainly For A Shoot In Greek Islands For 4 To 5 Days In December ..…
Posted Nov 3, 2014 - 4 repliesCrew & Gear Hire for short Doc in Mossel Bay, South Africa
Looking For A Dp, Location Sound, Gear Hire In/near Mossel Bay South Africa For An October Shoot. Email: Shpshannonm@gmail.com Thanks Shannon
Posted Sep 23, 2014 - 1 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 repliesLooking for fixer / exe prod in Rwanda, africa
Hello, We're Looking For A Fixer Or Executive Production For Filming A Music Video In Rwanda Very Soon. (beginning Of October) Please Email Me At…
Posted Sep 20, 2014 - 0 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 replies
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Navigator Films
Category: Production Service Companies
Country: South Africa
Covering: South Africa, Namibia, Indian Ocean IslandsLCA Productions
Category: Production Service Companies
Country: Costa Rica
Covering: Costa Rica, Panama, NicaraguaFilm Afrika
Category: Production Service Companies
Country: South Africa
Covering: Southern Africa, Morocco, MauritiusThe Talkies
Category: Production Service Companies
Country: Morocco
Covering: Middle East, North AfricaLCA Productions
Category: Production Service Companies
Country: Panama
Covering: Costa Rica, Panama, NicaraguaThe Talkies
Category: Production Service Companies
Country: United Arab Emirates
Covering: United Arab Emirates, Dubai, The Middle East, North AfricaBoomtown Productions
Category: Production Service Companies
Country: United Arab Emirates
Covering: The Middle East, AfricaAPU Productions
Category: Production Service Companies
Country: Peru
Covering: South AmericaASAP Film Production
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Country: Egypt
Covering: North Africa, The Middle EastThe Talkies
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Country: Lebanon
Covering: Middle East, North Africa
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Incentives (61)
The Maine Attraction Film Incentive Programme
Reimbursement of 10% of the amount spent on wages for non-Maine residents. Incentive rises to 12% of the amount spent on wages for Maine residents. Additional 5% Production Spend tax credit available. The Maine Attraction Film Incentive Sales and Use…
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