The Illinois Film Office has announced that roughly USD499 million was spent on film and TV production throughout the state in 2016. While a record breaking number in itself, the official statistics won’t be released until spring 2017.
Stirling Council in Scotland announced the opening of their new film and television studios. The development, built on former Ministry of Defence land at Forthside currently provides 100,000 sq ft of studio space and 110,000 sq ft for production as assessed by experts. Becoming one of Scotland’s largest film campuses, the facility will provide thousands […]
Taiwan’s film industry is absolutely booming. If you’ve never considered it as a filming location, then it’s time to think again. From its stunning natural landscapes to its thriving metropolises, Taiwan offers filmmakers a treasure trove of cinematic opportunities.
Boarders is the newest comedy drama from BBC 3. Shot entirely in Bristol and the South West of England, the series was created by BAFTA nominee Daniel Lawrence Taylor. Supporters Bristol Film Office worked with the production team to include local crew talent including camera trainee Jojo Bossman.
From a Christopher Walken impersonation to a multimillion dollar Beyonce spot, this year’s Super Bowl festivities bought a multitude of familiar faces to the televisions all across America. Known for their celebrity cameos, the 2024 Super Bowl commercial rollout enlisted the help of many trusted agencies and production companies such as Hungryman Inc, Special Project […]
Director Nicholas Lam is no stranger to pushing the creative boundaries of his work. His most recent venture in doing so? The J Hus anime stylized music video for his charged-up track, Cream. Marking the second anime project from Lam, the music video is a true testament to the director’s own love for the medium […]
Disney CEO Bob Iger announced the company’s entrance into a strategic relationship with Fortnite developer Epic Games. The USD 1.5 billion investment according to Iger is the first step in creating a “huge Disney universe” in the world of games and entertainment.
And just like that, The Location Guide has wrapped up another year. The team travelled, taking in the festival circuit from Cannes to Kinsale, celebrated the release of our makers magazines, welcomed faces old and new to FOCUS London, and revelled in all that has been accomplished at the Makers and Shakers Awards. Let’s take […]
Following an ongoing demand for a salary increase, French film and television industry professionals will commence their strike on Tuesday 19 December. Described as a national day of multifaceted mobilisations, local labour union SPIAC-CGT announced the gathering set to take place tomorrow in front of the Ministry of Culture in Paris.
UK based Supply 2 Location (S2L), announced yesterday their new international division and first regional expansion into NEOM, Saudi Arabia in early 2024. Building on their UK based regional depots, S2L’s Middle Eastern expansion solidifies its international presence, and improves accessibility for a global market. S2L’s current managing director Ian Pearce will take on the […]