It’s been a turbulent few months in many parts of the world, not least in the Middle East. The effects of the Arab Spring on film production will be a talking point at the AFCI Cineposium 2011, along with discussions about how film commissions around the world can develop future strategies.
The Association of Film Commissioners Cineposium 2011 is shaping up to be the event that will provide indispensible tools for film commissions to meet the needs of what promises to be a demanding future.
A company in New Zealand has developed a new stabilised camera designed to make aerial filming easier and more efficient. Shotover’s new rig has a lightweight carbon fibre build and can be carried on flights as excess luggage, making it easier to transport to filming locations around the world.
We know exactly how much bending over NZ had to do to keep production in country (extra production incentives! The change in labour laws!)
The November mid-term elections in the US resulted in various gubernatorial changes across the country and with the changing of the guard come changing opinions towards state filming incentives.
[slideshow id=34]When you charter an aircraft, whether it’s a helicopter, private jet or large commercial airliner, you call the shots. You can decide when you want to fly, where you want to fly to and you have the whole aircraft so that all your crew - and possibly equipment - can travel with security all together.
[slideshow id=36]Although 2010 has kept us incredibly busy with the relaunch of our annual guide and website, it has been a pleasure assisting you with your filming projects.
Aerial filming specialist Tim Desbois from Flight Logistics shares his tips for a safe and successful helicopter shoot.