Emma Pill, Harriet Lawrence and Ben Ahmed have contributed to some of the biggest recent film and television releases. We uncover all the tools they needed when searching for the perfect backdrops and facilitating smooth shoots cross the United Kingdom.
Apple TV+’s Masters of the Air, starring Austin Butler and Callum Turner, reunites Band of Brothers collaborators Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks once again for the World War II set series. Written by John Orloff, the book adaptation tells the story of the men of the 100th Bomb Group. The drama series filmed across UK based locations including Hemel Hempstead and Bovingdon Airfield Studios orchestrated with the help of supervising location manager Emma Pill.
In a dramatic display of horse riding across stretches of desert lands and snowy landscapes, Lancôme’s recent Idôle commercial sees brand face and actress Zendaya in their Chile set production. Serviced by Jacaranda Films, director Jessy Moussallem takes to the helm of the project for Publicis Luxe.
Travelling to the traditional and captivating landscapes of Lisbon, NBC Universal shot 2 episodes of the first season of fantasy drama Vampire Academy in a number of locations across the city. Filming in 12 locations in just over 7 days, the production included backdrops such as Alfama, Carmo Convent and Queluz Place.
PSN along with six top tier filmmakers took a trip to the landscapes of Portugal to explore its endless filming possibilities. With guests from PGGB, LMGI and PGA, the industry professionals were able to discover the uncovered beauties of the region from the breadth of stunning sites to the captivating culture.
From 20 to 23 September, a roster of global guests gathered on the Côte d’Azur for an “inspiration tour”, to discover the wonders of the county, from lanscapes to talent. With representatives from the USA, Israel and nations across Europe, attendees included showrunners from critically acclaimed projects such as Westworld, Mad Men and Insecure.
A new Disney+ series about British punk band Sex Pistols features a wide range of London locations. Pistol is the story of a group of spotty, noisy kids who challenged the establishment with their countercultural way of life. The show is based on Lonely Boy: Tales from a Sex Pistol, the memoir of guitarist Steve Jones. Location experts FilmFixer were on hand to help, bringing director Danny Boyle’s vision to life across the English capital.
United Channel Movies (UCM) is shooting its latest feature film in Sri Lanka. UCM – a film production house from Israel – will create the project alongside Sri Lanka-based company Frames TV & Film Production, Sri Lanka Tourism and the Israel Film Commission. Named after a prominent beach area in Sri Lanka’s eastern region, Arugam Bay will also shoot in Tel Aviv, Israel. This collaboration was arranged after Frames TV & Film Productions attended FOCUS, The Location Guide’s annual trade conference in London.