All Features articles – Page 186
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FeaturesWorld of Locations: Abu Dhabi
International film-makers are impressed by the emirate’s aim to become a regional ‘content hub’ and its 30% cash rebate.
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FeaturesWorld of Locations: Thailand
Not only does Thailand boast exotic jungles, beaches and a tropical climate, it also has experienced technicians who are used to working on international productions and are good value for money.
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FeaturesWorld of Locations: South Korea
A good film infrastructure and generous rebate has helped attract two high-profile international shoots to South Korea in the past year.
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FeaturesWorld of Locations: Russia
Russia has extraordinary potential as a location for international filmmakers but, as insiders acknowledge, this is a tough place to set up a production.
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FeaturesWorld of Locations: Spain
Can a new 15% tax credit boost Spain’s appeal as an international shooting destination?
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FeaturesWorld of Locations: Poland
Poland is making up for lost time. For many years, the country has languished behind neighbouring Hungary and the Czech Republic when it comes to courting international film productions.
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FeaturesWorld of Locations: New Zealand
James Cameron’s substantial use of New Zealand for Avatar and intention to settle there permanently speaks volumes for the territory’s film-making capability and the allure of its lifestyle.
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FeaturesWorld of Locations: United States - New York State
New York state — and New York City in particular — has always been a draw for film and TV producers because of its iconic locations.
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FeaturesWorld of Locations: United States - Oklahoma
The state’s generous and easy-to-use 35% rebate is the main attraction for producers shooting in Oklahoma.
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FeaturesWorld of Locations: Morocco
Film-friendly Morocco regularly doubles for Iraq, Syria and Afghanistan.
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FeaturesWorld of Locations: Germany
Germany’s well-established network of federal and state funds, and efficient film infrastructure means many big footloose productions base themselves in the territory.
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FeaturesWorld of Locations: Netherlands
A new cash rebate is making the Netherlands an attractive location and partner for mid-sized international productions.
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FeaturesWorld of Locations: France
France is a costly location but an improved financial incentive could be a game-changer in 2016.
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FeaturesWorld of Locations: Czech Republic
Medieval and modernist locations lie just an hour away from forests and mountains
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FeaturesWorld of Locations: United States - California
Rather than international projects, most US state incentives are accessed by film and television projects that may otherwise have shot in California. But from May 2015, California’s own offering makes it one of the world’s most attractive places to shoot.
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FeaturesWorld of Locations: Malaysia
New facilities and incentives are making the territory Asia’s latest go-to location.
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FeaturesWorld of Locations: Italy
A revamped tax credit has catapulted Italy to the premier league of international locations. Melanie Goodfellow reports on a resurgent territory
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FeaturesWorld of Locations: United States - Canada
How do Canadian locations, long popular with footloose US productions, maintain their appeal in the face of stiff international competition?
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FeaturesWorld of Locations: United States - Louisiana
Louisiana was one of the first US states to offer film tax incentives and has become one of the country’s most important production hubs, with a long-established 30% credit, a strong crew base and a good infrastructure.
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FeaturesWorld of Locations: Malta
It’s no surprise the world’s biggest film-makers and stars enjoy shooting on Malta, as the holiday island has it all — a California climate, competitive tax rebates and a fun-loving, can-do attitude.