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UK Global Screen Fund extended for three more years with GBP21 million boost

The government has confirmed that the UK Global Screen Fund will be injected with additional funding worth GBP21 million. Following a successful GBP7 million pilot year, this boost is set to extend the project for three more years. Administered by the BFI, the fund is designed to support independent companies and productions. More than 65 […]

Cahir Castle crowned winner of EUFCN Location Award 2021

Cahir Castle – one of Ireland’s largest and best-preserved castles – is the winner of the fifth edition of the EUFCN Location Award. Organised by EUFCN (European Film Commissions Network) the competition celebrates the top European locations in the film and television industries. Cahir Castle served as a key setting for David Lowery’s feature film […]

BFI reports GBP5.64 billion record spend on UK film and high-end television for 2021

The combined spend by film and high-end television production has reached record levels. According to the BFI, the industry contributed GBP5.64 billion to the national economy during 2021. This total spend is the highest ever reported, reaching GBP1.27 billion more than the pre-pandemic year 2019. April to June was the largest three-month period on record, […]

Winners revealed for makers & shakers Awards 2021

The winners for this year’s edition of the makers & shaker Awards have been announced! Generously supported by sponsors Neom, CinemaTech, Maui County Film Office and Ouarzazate Film Commission from Morocco, the ceremony took place at the stunning BAFTA Piccadilly on Wednesday 8th December 2021. Proceedings were hosted by the hilarious comedian (and long-suffering Crystal Palace […]

Voting now open for EUFCN Location Award 2021

The European Film Commissions Network (EUFCN) has announced its finalists for this year’s Location Award. Marking the fifth edition of the competition, the EUFCN’s annual prize is for European locations in the film and television industries. Voting is now open to the public, and five locations will compete for best European filming location of the […]

The Green Zone at FOCUS 2021

At this year’s FOCUS, The Green Zone is back in force. We have curated a ‘green’ programme of sessions with industry experts and sustainable suppliers to help media companies, stakeholders and facilities transition to eco-friendly production without losing creative quality.

The Practical Pop-up set to launch at FOCUS 2021

At this year’s edition of FOCUS, we are very happy to introduce: The Practical Pop-Up. Emerging on Wednesday 8th December, this new element of the conference offers practical guidance for film producers. Ever wondered how to efficiently film your production on the streets? Are you searching for expert advice about shooting a new project remotely […]

BFI at FOCUS 2021

We are delighted to host three sessions with the BFI at this year’s edition of FOCUS. On Tuesday 7th December, representatives from the organisation will offer expert advice on a range of important industry topics and schemes.

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