16 years after the first Government announcement of a National Film Policy, a serious attempt at creating one is finally underway. Malcolm Scerri-Ferrante writes about how the financial incentives for foreign producers and the engagement of local crews may be affected by new policies.
The Netherlands Film Production Incentive, which was established to provide a financial incentive for productions shooting on location in the country, will be extended for the 2017-2020 funding cycle.
Film London, the capital’s screen industries agency, has announced the appointment of four distinguished professionals to its Board of Directors. Jane Moore, Priya Sahathevan, Vicky Stanbury, and Natalie Usher join as charitable trustees, bringing a wealth of expertise across international film production, legal services, technology, and public sector regulation.
In the ever-evolving landscape of Hollywood, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives have played a pivotal role in shaping narratives and representation on screen. However, the recent policy shifts under President Trump’s administration have cast a shadow over these efforts, prompting a reevaluation within the entertainment industry.
The role of the diversity, equity and inclusion executive in the media and entertainment industry has often been a vulnerable one. While progress is being made for greater diversity behind and in front of the camera, are the production companies and streamers as committed to the cause? The Location Guide speaks with leaders in the […]
Destination Vietnam, a Hollywood expo organised by Indochina Productions at the Directors Guild of America Theatre in Los Angeles, put the south east Asian country at centre stage. Highlighting Vietnam’s rich location variety and untapped cinematic potential, the event welcomed some respected names in production such as Netflix’s A Tourist Guide to Love producer Joel […]
From 25-28 August, the Association of Film Commissioners International will host their annual AFCI Week in Los Angeles. For the 2024 edition, AFCI will be expanding industry access to the global film commissioner conference with attendees including studio executives, independent producers, location managers and government policymakers. The Location Guide, the company behind FOCUS and makers […]
The European Film Commissions Network (EUFCN) has appointed Venia Vergou as their new manager. The former director of the Hellenic Film Commission at the Greek Film Centre will take over from former EUFCN manager Angelica Cantisani, and step into the role from 2 January 2024.
As of 1 October 2023, CEO Bero Beyer will resign from his position. Following a period of illness and recovery, he has decided not to return to his role. For continuity, interim director Sandra den Hamer will remain in her current role for an extended period of time.