General Interest
Craften Amsterdam conference to analyse European commercial campaigns
27 Mar 2013 by Nick Goundry
The Craften Amsterdam conference will analyse a showcase of European commercial campaigns before a select audience in the Dutch city. Organised by Francisco Condorelli of the Ciclope International Advertising Craft Festival, Craften will take place on 24 and 25 April 2013. More ...
Location Advisor: The Marriott Mayfair Hotel in Bangkok
25 Mar 2013 by Murray Ashton
A highly experienced line producer from a respected production service company recently said to me: “You know when the shoot is going well when the only complaint from the visiting foreign producer is some minor issue about the hotel, catering or craft services!” More ...
Irish leader discusses location filming opportunities with Steven Spielberg
22 Mar 2013 by Nick Goundry
Ireland’s Prime Minister, known as the Taoiseach, has met with Steven Spielberg in Los Angeles to discuss Irish location filming opportunities. Enda Kenny confirmed that Ireland’s filming incentive programme will remain flexible. More ...
Steven Spielberg planning Kashmir film project through DreamWorks Studios
12 Mar 2013 by Nick Goundry
Steven Spielberg is developing a feature through DreamWorks Studios that is partly set in Kashmir. He won’t direct the project, but it will be produced in conjunction with DreamWorks’ partner in India. More ...
Young Director Award officially opens 2013 competition for entries
22 Feb 2013 by Nick Goundry
The CFP-E (Commercial Film Producers of Europe)/Shots Young Director Award has officially opened for entries for its 2013 competition. Filmmakers are invited to submit their short movies for a chance to have their work seen on the international stage. More ...
George David is President of Association of Film Commissioners International
7 Feb 2013 by Nick Goundry
George David is the new President of the Board of Directors of the Association of Film Commissioners International (AFCI). The AFCI is a non-profit organisation that serves the needs of productions filming on location around the world. More ...
Young Director Award prepares to launch 2013 competition
30 Jan 2013 by Nick Goundry
Preparations are underway for the 15th anniversary of the CFP-E (Commercial Film Producers of Europe)/Shots Young Director Award. The competition is designed to give new filmmaking talent a chance to shine on the international stage. More ...
Pinewood Studios signs agreement to set up centre of excellence
14 Jan 2013 by Nick Goundry
Pinewood Studios has signed an agreement to set up a new centre of excellence that will provide young people with specialist training in the screen industries. Courses will focus on visual effects, videogames and support services. More ...
Film in Estonia with Allfilm
18 Dec 2012 by The Location Guide
Allfilm is an Estonian production company with the capability to take a leading role not only in feature and documentary films, but also in commercials and the provision of location services and production equipment. More ...
Bollywood moviemaking visits to UK drive Mumbai film tourism
16 Nov 2012 by Nick Goundry
Film tourism from the UK to Mumbai is growing, due partly to an increase in the number of Bollywood productions filming in Britain. Virgin Atlantic launched a new daily flight from London to Mumbai in late October 2012 and credits Bollywood for driving demand. More ...
