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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…
Israel’s production profile could expand under new film incentive plan
MK Michael Oren, Israel’s Deputy Minister for Foreign Policy, has announced a three-part plan to expand the country’s production profile and entice more foreign productions to shoot on location. Labelled ‘Holy-wood’, Oren’s three objectives are as follows: establish a film…
Coen brothers to shoot western omnibus, The Ballad of Buster Scruggs, in New Mexico
Santa Fe, New Mexico will soon be the host of the upcoming Coen brothers feature-length omnibus, The Ballad of Buster Scruggs. Principial photography for the project will begin mid-July and continue until an unspecified date in September. Roughly 188 members…
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…
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…
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…
The Mummy kicks off Universal’s Dark Universe franchise with Namibia and London locations
The first instalment in Universal Pictures’ Dark Universe series, The Mummy, was shot on location in Namibia, London and Surrey. The film’s opening scenes were shot in and around the coastal city of Swakopmund, which was doubled for Egypt and…
Cannes Film Festival 2017: Washington hosts Twin Peaks after 25 year gap
The eagerly awaited revival of David Lynch’s Twin Peaks premiered on Sunday at the 2017 Cannes Film Festival, marking the Director’s first entry in the franchise since the 1992 feature film, Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me. The original series used…
Craftworks: The secrets of Land Rover’s latest spot and how to make advertising funny again
Designed to “take the self-loathing out of advertising”, Craftworks is a unique event hosted by David Reviews and the Advertising Producers Association. Each event highlights and celebrates the very best examples of craftsmanship from all areas of the creative/production industries.…
La La Land and Hidden Figures come out on top at the 4th annual LMGI Awards
The winners of the fourth annual LMGI Awards were announced this weekend at the Steven J. Ross Theatre at Warner Bros. Studios in Burbank. La La Land and Hidden Figures came out on top in the feature film categories, with…

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Namibia's profile has raised significantly with the success of the long-awaited action movie Mad Max: Fury Road. Critically acclaimed and an international box-office success, the film spent 100 days shooting in the southern African country with a production base at…

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Unearthing the forgotten cinematic potential of Egypt

Israel’s production profile could expand under new film incentive plan

Coen brothers to shoot western omnibus, The Ballad of Buster Scruggs, in New Mexico

Michael Bay brings the Transformers series to Namibia, the UK and Arizona in The Last Knight

How to navigate the best locations in Costa Rica and Panama

On location with Karina Moreton, Managing Director of Panoramic Fixers

The Mummy kicks off Universal’s Dark Universe franchise with Namibia and London locations

Cannes Film Festival 2017: Washington hosts Twin Peaks after 25 year gap

Craftworks: The secrets of Land Rover’s latest spot and how to make advertising funny again

La La Land and Hidden Figures come out on top at the 4th annual LMGI Awards

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