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Location Hunt
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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Tagged Angkor temples, Cambodia, Indo-China Peninsula, Thailand, Vietnam
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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 ...
Mountain Magic
Apart from a gorgeous backdrop of hills and dales, Arkansas is the only US state to offer a special filming incentive
Fondly called the Natural State,Arkansas is located in the Southern region of the United States.The state’s diverse geography ranges from the mountainous regions of the Ozarksand the Ouachita ...
Icecapade
Whitewashed in snow and ice, Canada’s Yukon is a virgin, natural wonderland
Yukon – the westernmost and smallest federal territory in Canada – is the hidden beauty of the country. Named after the Yukon River, this destination is beauty beyond belief, a place where nature is at its best. ...
Italian Itch
The Friuli-Venezia Giulia region Italy tempts with fresh and varied natural locations and a generous funding programme
Friuli-Venezia Giulia is one of the 20 regions of Italy, and one of the five autonomous regions with a special statute. This region is situated in the north-east of Italy and borders ...
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Tagged Austria, Central European countries, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy, Julian March, Mon Falcone, Rohini Nag, Slovenia
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History Revisited
Transformed from an old and rugged industrial town, the modern city of Bristol is a fresh and exciting location with a revamped tax credit system
It’s a whole new way of looking at Bristol, today – an old industrial town in South West England. The storyof this city, located ...
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Tagged Bristol, Georgian, ictoria Street, South West England, St Augustine’s Reach
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Coastal Catch
Known for its sapphire waters and golden sand, Thailand is a popular destination for Hindi filmmakers. It’s economical and offers a colourful canvas of locations
Thailand, officially the Kingdom of Thailand, is located at the centre of the Indo-China peninsula in South-East Asia. It is bordered to the north ...
Call Of The Wild
Raw, rugged and historic… The US state of Colorado is a one-of-a-kind destination for filmmakers
Describing the entire state of Colorado as a turnkey production location may seem over the top, but Colorado is the most geographically diverse, and historically and location rich destination in the United States (US).
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But Naturally
Fresh, nature’s bounty and a generous helping hand… New Zealand’s Christchurch opens a world of possibilities
Located on the east coast of the South Island of New Zealand, Christchurch is the country’s third-largest urban area. It lays one-third of the way down the South Island’s east coast, just north ...
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Tagged area, Christchurch, climate, New Zealand, River Avon, territory, Victor Square
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Russian Rendezvous
A little-known Russian republic presents a delightful locale, with an interesting juxtaposition of the old and the new
The two most well-known cities in Russia are Moscow, its capital, and St Petersburg, its second capital. But Russia also comprises many lesser-known districts and republics. The Republic of Tatarstan is ...
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Tagged Annunciation Cathedral, Box Office India, Kazan, Kul-Sharif Mosque, Rohini Nag, Russia, Suyumbike Tower
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Mexican Magic
The land of tequila, tacos and Salma Hayek tempts filmmakers with old-world charm, new-age backdrops and heart-stopping beauty, plus a juicy incentive programme
The North American country of Mexico stretches between an ocean and a gulf, lying between the United States to the north and Guatemala and Belize to ...
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Tagged Acapulco, archeology, Cancun, Cozumel, haciendas, Los Cabos, Mexico, museums, North American, pyramids
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Long Story
Filmmakers are spoilt for choice at Suffolk County, Long Island, which also offers tempting incentive programmes
You’ve probably heard of New York City and Long Island. But you may not be familiar with Suffolk County. It’s one of the four counties that make up Long Island, New York. From the ...
Red Hot Chile
This South American country is a draw for its wide canvas of locales and numerous financial incentives for film makers
Chile in South America is a country of startling contrasts and extreme beauty, with attractions ranging from the towering volcanic peaks of theAndes to the ancient forests of the ...
Freeze Frame!
Alaska is much more than a vast icy landscape. It’s teeming with a variety of shooting locations and has a well-defined incentive programme
Alaska is the largest State in theUnited States. It is situated in the north west extremity of the North American continent, with Canada to the east, ...
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Tagged Alaska, child, city, climate, Fairbanks., kids, labour, nature
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Alberta Ahoy!
Seasoned production crew and super savings makes Canada’s beautiful and versatile province of Alberta an irresistible location
Alberta is located in Western Canada and is bounded by the provinces of British Columbia to the west and Saskatchewan to the east, the Northwest Territories to the north, and the US ...
Beyond Bali
With diverse and stunning vistas and a melting pot of South-East Asian culture, Indonesia is a versatile and inexpensive destination for Indian filmmakers
Adventure looms large in this vast and steamy archipelago, where the best of South-East Asia’s spicy mélange simmers. Heady scents, vivid colors, dramatic vistas and diverse ...
Postcard From Austria
Famous for its ski slopes and vacationing vistas, the Alps are an apt filming location too. Are you ready for the Tirol Effect?
Tirol in western Austria consists of no less than 36 scenic holiday regions. It boasts mighty peaks, crystal clear lakes and picturesque towns. And the tourism office ...
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Tagged Austria, Kufstein, refunds up to 50 per cent, Sölden, Tirol, Tirol region
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Riga Riga Roses
This Jewel of the Baltic is an upcoming filming destination made sweeter by a graded inventive programme
Riga is experiencing a new renaissance as the capital of Latvia, and many large-scale restoration projects on old buildings have made this city one of the most attractive cities in Europe. Most ...
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Tagged Daugava, German Art Nouveau, Gulf of Riga, Jewel of the Baltic, Latvia, Riga, UNESCO
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Out Of Africa
With a stunning natural landscape, rich and colourful culture and heritage sites to boot, South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal Province is an ideal filming destination
The South African province of KwaZulu-Natal is enticing, spectacular and is a fascinating multi-cultural showpiece destination. Flanked by the warm Indian Ocean and soaring peaks, it ...
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Will You Mary Me?
An old hand at film production with a tempting tax rebate, the American state of Maryland is already a popular filming locale
Maryland is a US state located in the Mid-Atlantic region of the country, bordering Virginia, West Virginia and the District of Columbia. The state’s most populated city ...
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Tagged Atlantic Coastal Plain, Maryland, Queen Henrietta Maria
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Mediterranean Magic
Malta is growing as a popular filming destination with enviable tax incentives
With over 7,000 years of history, Malta is located in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea, full of rich culture and heritage. Dating back to the Neolithic period, here you will find Megalithic temples the oldest free-standing ...
Keeping It Fresh
Filmmakers scouting for a fresh destination with good production facilities will find Uruguay an apt choice
Famous for its striking countryside, Uruguay, the second-smallest country in South America, is postcard perfect with untouched beauty and culture. Rated as one of the least-corrupt countries in Latin America, it also prospers ...
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Tagged Casapueblo, Punta del Diablo, Punta del Este, South America, Uruguay
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Bhutan – The Last Shangrila
The mystical Land of Thunder Dragon is one of the happiest countries in Asia
Bhutan is a unique blend of the old and new. Here is a country that is slowly opening up to the modern world in a fine balance with its ancient traditions. The Last Shangrila, is ...
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Tagged Bhutan, Land of the Thunder Dragon, Last Shangrila, Tantric Buddhis
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Howdy Houston?
Jewel of the American south, futuristic edifices and an easygoing culture… Cowboy Country lassoes filmmakers of all genres.
Houston, the largest city in the state of Texas, and the fourth-largest city in the United States, is home of the Texas Medical Center – the world’s largest concentration of healthcare ...
Fantasy Island
A quaint and natural wonderland, The Chatham Islands weave a story of adventure, romance and intrigue
Far from the hustle and bustle of the big cities, in the Pacific Ocean, is a picturesque location that is just begging to be filmed. It’s the archipelago of the Chatham Islands, a New ...
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Life’s A Beach
Showcasing upper crust American culture, Palm Beach County is no stranger to Indian film industry
Palm Beach County is the largest county in the state of Florida. Having about 47 miles of awesome Atlantic Ocean shoreline and well over 100 miles of freshwater canals, rivers, and lakes, filmmakers can discover ...
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By Georgia!
This film-friendly country with a Soviet hangover welcomes foreign studios with irresistible incentives
Georgia is a sovereign state in central Eurasia. Located at the crossroads of Eastern Europe and Western Asia, it is bounded to the west by the Black Sea, to the north by Russia, to the south ...
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Tagged Black Sea, Eastern Europe, Georgia, Turkey, Western Asia
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Oklahoma Odyssey
This US state has a generous incentive programme and breathtaking locations to suit a range of genres
Oklahoma is one state in the US that takes you on an epic getaway filled with Western adventure, diverse outdoor experiences and historic wonders. Offering vibrant American-Indian culture, stunning state parks, and the ...
Asalaam Walekhum - Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi is the capital and second-largest city i...
Abu Dhabi is the capital and second-largest city i...
Snow and Silver...
The name Nevada is derived from the nearby Sierra ...
The name Nevada is derived from the nearby Sierra ...
But Naturally!!!
The Commonwealth of Virginia is a US state on the ...
The Commonwealth of Virginia is a US state on the ...
Westward Ho!
Located in the south-western region of the United ...
Located in the south-western region of the United ...
Calypso Calling
Jamaica is one of the world’s most naturally attra...
Jamaica is one of the world’s most naturally attra...
Loch This!
The land of whisky and tartan kilts enchants with ...
The land of whisky and tartan kilts enchants with ...
Bhutan – The Last Shangrila
The mystical Land of Thunder Dragon is one of the ...
The mystical Land of Thunder Dragon is one of the ...
Freeze Frame!
Alaska is much more than a vast icy landscape. It’...
Alaska is much more than a vast icy landscape. It’...
Icecapade
Yukon the westernmost and smallest federal territ...
Yukon the westernmost and smallest federal territ...
German Jamboree
It may be a tongue-twister but once a filmmaker ac...
It may be a tongue-twister but once a filmmaker ac...
But Naturally
More famously known for the Panama Canal, Panama i...
More famously known for the Panama Canal, Panama i...
Emerald Ireland
Not alien to Bollywood, Ireland offers spectacular...
Not alien to Bollywood, Ireland offers spectacular...
