VFX artist Douglas Trumbull passes away after ground-breaking career

Written by Joe Jackson on Feb 9, 2022. Posted in Interviews

Three-time Oscar-nominated VFX artist Douglas Trumbull has passed away. After a two-year battle with cancer, Doug left us at the age of 79. Doug played pivotal roles creating the special effects for numerous projects, including: 2001: A Space Odyssey, Blade Runner, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, and The Tree of Life. The trailblazing filmmaker’s scientific innovations culminated in his induction into the Science Fiction Hall of Fame in 2010.

Production excellence in complicated times: an interview with Pavla Burgetova Callegari

Written by Joe Jackson on Dec 20, 2021. Posted in Interviews

As national rules fluctuate and transform rapidly in the midst of lockdowns and re-openings, it really does pay for filmmakers to have strong connections in a variety of locations across the globe. We caught up with executive producer Pavla Burgetova Callegari, the New York-based managing director of Compass Rose, to learn how to stay ahead during a year of great change and continuous adaptation.

Filming in Japan: on location with Makoto Kawamura

Written by Joe Jackson on Nov 30, 2021. Posted in Interviews

Situated in the Northwest Pacific Ocean, the East Asian island of Japan is a captivating part of the world. We caught up with Makoto Kawamura, managing director of Voice Japan, to learn a little bit more about what makes Japan a fascinating option for filmmakers.

TLG speaks to Khadija Alami, Moroccan Producer and President of Ouarzazate Film Commission

Written by Shona Smith on Sep 20, 2021. Posted in Interviews

Khadija Alami is President of Ouarzazate Film Commission, founder of Oasis Studios Ourzazate, and a producer who has serviced many international projects through K Films, as well as numerous projects for the local market. In 2017 Alami’s work was recognized on the international stage when she was asked to join the  when she was selected to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

On location in Mongolia with Orgil Makhaan, the founder and president of the Mongolian National Film Commission

Written by Murray Ashton on Jul 26, 2021. Posted in Interviews

TLG speaks to Orgil Makhaan, president of the Mongolian National Film Commission about Mongolia's production sector, locations and the new 30% filming incentive.

Filming in the pursuit of gross national happiness in Bhutan with Tenzin Gyeltshen of the Bhutan National Film Commission

Written by Shona Smith on Jul 12, 2021. Posted in Interviews

The National Film Commission of Bhutan was formed in 2019 to support the country's emerging film sector. TLG speaks to Tenzin Gyeltshen, Programme Officer at the National Film Commission of Bhutan.

TLG speaks to Stephen Strachan Film Commissioner of Film AlUlA, Saudi Arabia

Written by Shona Smith on Apr 19, 2021. Posted in Interviews

TLG speaks to Stephen Strachan, Film Commissioner at Film ALULA, Saudi Arabia. The newly formed commission represents filming in Saudi Arabia's north-western region known for its desert landscapes and heritage sites.

On location with Leslie Ann Wills-Caton, Film Commissioner of Trinidad and Tobago

Written by Shona Smith on Apr 6, 2021. Posted in Interviews

TLG speaks to Leslie Ann Wills-Caton, General Manager/ Film Commissioner of FilmTT Film Commissioner of Trinidad and Tobago Film Company who shows some of the Caribbean island's interesting locations, the 5-35% rebate system and what filming infrastructure is available. "A place that has rarely been seen on the big or small international screen, the opportunities are endless to present this location as fresh and new to the world."