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Location Hunt
Lost In Time
Bite into the South American country of Peru, where exotic locations and the ruins of ancient civilisations present stunning backdrops
Peru is a country in South America, situated on the western side of the continent, facing the South Pacific Ocean and straddling part of the Andes mountain range that ...
Back To The Future
This mini-England in Canada blends old-world charm with new-age experiences. All this against a postcard-perfect backdrop
Victoria, the capital of the British Columbia region of Canada, is also known as the City of Gardens for it is always blooming. Acknowledged for its innate beautiful gardens, coastlines, forests, beaches and lakes, ...
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Hawaiin Hiatus
Smoking volcanoes, endless beaches and dense rainforests… The island of O’ahu in Hawaii is a stunning tropical destination for film shoots
O’ahu is the third-largest of the Hawaiian Islands and the most populated island in the state of Hawai‘i. The state capital, Honolulu, referred to as the most-in-style city, ...
Castles & More
After already seducing Hollywood with its idyllic charm, the German state of Bavaria is waiting to be discovered by Hindi film producers
This is the free state of Bavaria (aka Bayern) in Southern Germany with its picture-perfect countryside. Unspoilt natural surroundings, healthy air, a wealth of culture and the ...
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Cin-tillating Cincinnati
America’s first boom town presents an eclectic mix of urban and pastoral that will charm the camera
Cincinnati is often referred to as the first ‘purely American city’. It is in Northern Kentucky, which largely forms the Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky metropolitan area and destinations lying on either sides of the ...
Korean Delight
If you’re looking for a fresh, new destination with strong production support, Gyeonggi-do province in South Korea may be what you’re looking for. Jump in while it’s still unexplored
It sounds like a tongue-twister but the truth is, Gyeonggi-do is a simple beautiful locale hidden within its boundaries, yet-to-be-explored ...
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American Beauty
The US state of Connecticut reveals historic gems and off-the-beaten-track treasures that can lend a celluloid production a fresh look
The great outdoors is never greater than in the Last Green Valley, tucked into quiet Connecticut. So untouched by light pollution that airline pilots steer by its lack of ...
Welcome To Shangri-La
The Himalayan Kingdom of Nepal tempts with exotic locales and culturally rich backdrops. Filming here is economical too!
Nepal, also known as the little Switzerland of Asia, is not only beautiful with its snow-capped mountains in the Himalayas, crystal-clear lakes, gushing rivers, rare variety of flora and fauna, myriad ...
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Celluloid Tale In Wales
With over 600 castles, three national parks and more than 40 blue beaches, Wales is a cultural oasis waiting to be explored
Wales or Cymru as called by its natives; is a part of the United Kingdom – yet it is so different in terms of culture, dialect and people. ...
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Trance France
Cultural heritage, historic landmarks and the beautiful Rhone-Alpes makes for a perfect backdrop for a romantic film
France has always been amongst the favourites in terms of film destination. And this week, we take you on a tour to Rhone-Alpes. With the rugged topography of the peaks of Alps ...
Splitting Image
A Caribbean island of contrasts, Puerto Rico is a potpourri of the ancient and the modern, where film productions get a meaty financial incentive
Puerto Rico is a self-governing unincorporated territory of the United States, located in the midst of the easy-going Caribbean and contemporary America. For decades, this ...
Say ‘Oui’
Old-style architecture, hilltop villages and ancient monasteries… the French province of Var is as charming as it gets
Experience the charisma of cobbled streets bejewelled with rustic lamp posts, stone-imprinted edifices, colourful houses and a dazzling riverside lined with yachts. Var, a French Department located in the southeast of ...
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Island Haven
Already a favourite stomping ground for Indian filmmakers, Mauritius is even more tempting with a new film rebate
Mauritius is an island nation in the Indian Ocean situated 2,000 km from the African continent. The country consists of the island of Mauritius, Rodrigues, Agalega and Cargados Carajos. Mauritius is ...
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Standing Tall
Bollywood’s association with Hong Kong began in 1971, when SA Akbar’s Johar Mehmood In Hong Kong starring IS Johar and Mehmood was shot there. But in the three decades that followed, only a handful of films have been shot in what is now a Special Administrative Region of the People’s ...
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But Naturally
More famously known for the Panama Canal, Panama in Central America is a relatively fresh destination for filmmakers looking for a tropical backdrop
Panama, officially the Republic of Panama, is the southernmost country of Central America. With its relative proximity to the US and more than 30,000 square miles ...
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Romance, Anyone?
Spain’s Tenerife is an exotic, laid-back and photogenic island perfect for romantic and period films. It also has one of the best tax regimes in Europe
Tenerife, a Spanish Island, is the largest of the seven Canary Islands in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Africa. Tenerife is ...
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Tagged Adeje Cove, Dorsales, El Teide, Ravines, Tenerife, Valleys, vast coastline, Zona Especial Canaria (ZEC)\
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Milk This Buffalo
Two super locales in the State of New York vie for the attention of filmmakers with versatile backdrops and the Niagara Falls thrown in
Incredible architecture, the world-famous Niagara Falls and striking amalgamation of urban and historic settings are only some of the reasons you should visit Buffalo and Niagara ...
German Jamboree
It may be a tongue-twister but once a filmmaker acquaints himself with Germany’s North Rhine-Westphalia region, there’s a plethora of locales to exploit
North Rhine-Westphalia, economically the most developed state of Germany, expresses itself through its pristine architecture, diverse culture and picturesque cityscapes. Situated deep in the west, it is an ...
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Easy Does It
Laid-back and breathtakingly beautiful, the Cayman Islands is aiming to attract filmmakers with a generous 30 per cent rebate on productions in this British territory
Cayman Islands, a British overseas territory, is located in the western Caribbean Sea. Known for its coral reefs, scuba diving and shipwrecks, the ...
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Tagged Caribbean Sea, Cayman Brac, Cayman Islands, CIFC, Grand Cayman
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Wizard of Oz
No stranger to Bollywood productions, the city of Melbourne offers amazing natural and urban locales as well as a structured incentives programme
There is a lot to love about Melbourne. This sophisticated city in the south-east corner of mainland Australia inspires a deep passion for those who visit. Melbourne ...
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Caribbean Caper
With its raw nature and rich culture, the Dominican Republic is pushing itself as a filming destination and is offering generous incentives
Much more than beach resorts, the Dominican Republic is one of the Caribbean’s most geographically diverse countries, from stunning mountain scenery to desert scrublands, not to mention evocative ...
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Canada Calling
The uniqueness of Canada’s Manitoba province makes for a refreshing filming destination. It also offers the best tax credit in the country
Manitoba is a Canadian prairie province and is bordered by the provinces of Ontario to the east and Saskatchewan to the west, the territories of Nunavut ...
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Nurse This Hanover
Discover two home-grown German regions that will floor the filmmaker with history, landscaped art and cultural pizzaz
This week, we tour two of Germany’s most picturesque destinations, namely Lower Saxony and Bremen. These regions are handled by the Nordmedia Film Commission to make film shooting hassle-free for international productions.
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Tagged Braunschweig, Georgen Palace, Germany, Göttingen, Guelph Palace, Hanover, Lüneburg, Rohini Nag
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Mystical Morocco
Morocco’s terribly versatile landscape and culture has made it a frequent destination for Hollywood and Bollywood productions
Morocco, officially the Kingdom of Morocco is a country located in North Africa. Bordered by Spain to the north, Algeria to the east and Mauritania to the south, it has always been ...
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Swiss Roll
Switzerland is a familiar destination for Hindi filmmakers but there are still plenty of locales yet to be explored. Find out why the country has an edge over its European neighbours
Remember the scenic locations in films like Darr, Chandni, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Mohabbatein and Veer-Zaara? Switzerland has ...
Roll, Baby, Roll!
After fun, frolic and Calypso beats, the island nation of Trinidad & Tobago is seeking to popularise itself as a filming destination with a new incentive programme
Trinidad and Tobago, officially the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, is an archipelagic state in the southern Caribbean, just off the coast ...
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Tagged Chacachacare, Gaspar Grande, Huevos, Monos, Trinidad and Tobago Film Company (TTFC), Venezuela
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Go Wild
This rugged, mountain state in the US typifies the Old West and offers attractive incentives to film the great outdoors
Snow-capped mountains, national parks, recreational areas and sparsely-populated towns, Wyoming is the ultimate getaway for adventurous travelers wanting to explore the unexplored. Located in the west of United States, the ...
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Captivating Cambodia
Emerging from its dark past, a film-friendly Cambodia tempts filmmakers with its beautiful landscape, ancient heritage and low costs
Cambodia, officially known as the Kingdom of Cambodia, is located in the southern part of the Indo-China Peninsula in South-East Asia. It is bordered by Thailand to the north-west, Laos ...
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Shoot @ Sight
Location versus budget… It’s a filmmaker’s eternal dilemma. Rohini Nag brings you a few fabulous destinations that don’t pinch. And for deeper insights into why they work, Q&As with the government agencies concerned. Here are some tempting facts and figures you might like to save for future reference
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Tagged 1920: Evil Returns, Dev Anand, FINLAND, Ko, Krakow, Maattrraan, Vikram Bhatt, When Harri Got Married, Yeh Jo Mohobat Hai
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Can-Can-Canada
With its gorgeous icebergs and virgin coastline, Canada’s province of Newfoundland and Labrador scripts a unique story for the filmmaker
Newfoundland and Labrador is located on the eastern edge of Canada. Situated in the country’s Atlantic region, it incorporates the island of Newfoundland and mainland Labrador. The city shares ...
Kansas Unlimited
Beautiful and accessible boulevards, plentiful fou...
Beautiful and accessible boulevards, plentiful fou...
Calypso Calling
Jamaica is one of the world’s most naturally attra...
Jamaica is one of the world’s most naturally attra...
La Conquete
A political thriller set in France, this film trac...
A political thriller set in France, this film trac...
Oklahoma Odyssey
This US state has a generous incentive programme a...
This US state has a generous incentive programme a...
Life’s A Beach
Showcasing upper crust American culture, Palm Beac...
Showcasing upper crust American culture, Palm Beac...
Mediterranean Magic
Malta is growing as a popular filming destination ...
Malta is growing as a popular filming destination ...
But Naturally
Fresh, nature’s bounty and a generous helping hand...
Fresh, nature’s bounty and a generous helping hand...
History Revisited
Transformed from an old and rugged industrial town...
Transformed from an old and rugged industrial town...
Italian Itch
The Friuli-Venezia Giulia region Italy tempts with...
The Friuli-Venezia Giulia region Italy tempts with...
Shoot @ Sight
Location versus budget… It’s a filmmaker’s eternal...
Location versus budget… It’s a filmmaker’s eternal...
Milk This Buffalo
Two super locales in the State of New York vie for...
Two super locales in the State of New York vie for...
Trance France
Cultural heritage, historic landmarks and the beau...
Cultural heritage, historic landmarks and the beau...
