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CONTENTS
Welcome to Africa Africa’s Film and TV Successes COVID-19 and Film Incentives and Co-Productions Locations Africa Filmmaker’s Guide to Africa Crew Rates Production Companies Showcasing Africa Fixers Directory Directory of Advertisers Credits
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WELCOME TO AFRICA
Welcome to another beautiful edition of the Filmmaker’s Guide to Africa. Against all odds and we have endeavoured to bring you the best guide to African film, television and commercials yet. COVID-19, like so many other challenges before it, has proven that Africa truly is capable of rising above. Our resilient filmmakers continue to find innovative solutions to keeping their businesses going despite the global pandemic. This certainly bodes well for the international community who will soon be coming out of their lockdown and start shooting on location again. I would particularly like to commend South Africa’s film professionals for holding on, for continuing, and for staying safe during this difficult year. To all the producers, agencies and filmmakers wanting to explore our wealth of a continent – welcome, Africa is open for business! – Lance Gibbons, Publishing Editor
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FILM CAPE TOWN
Cape Town and Western Cape is famous for our towering mountains, rolling waves, bustling cityscapes, arid landscapes, and any other world you could possibly want to create. Cape Town and the Western Cape have as many locations as you have ideas. Our state-of-the-art facilities and budget-loving exchange rate will ensure you a seamless journey from script to screen. Over the past years, the Western Cape has masqueraded as Yemen, Hong Kong, and the island of Corfu which is why we’ve been the destination of choice for films and series such as Tomb Raider, Maze Runner: The Death Cure, The Dark Tower, Resident Evil: The Last Chapter, Mad Max: Fury Road, The Brothers Grimsby, Eye in the Sky, District 9, Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, Blood Drive, Bloodshot, Rea Sea Diving Resort, Homeland S4, The Crown S1-2, Outlander S3, Troy: Fall of a City, Black Sails S1-4 and Raised by Wolves. The moderate climate, highly competitive rates, a skilled and well established commercial and stills industry, as well as worldclass animation, VFX, and post-production facilities are among the many benefits of shooting in the Cape. Mandated by the City of Cape Town and the Western Cape government to promote the region’s film and media industry, Wesgro is ideally positioned to help you turn your ideas into reality. Find out how Wesgro can support you by visiting: www.wesgro.co.za/film, and download our new e-book offering a look at some of the inspiring locations waiting for you.
Cape Town and the Western Cape
An inspiring place to create
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ith incredible landscapes, excellent incentives and the talent to boot, African countries are welcoming a new wave of filmmakers and keeping familiar faces coming back again and again. Filmmaking in Africa has come
a long way in the past few decades. Today, a number of countries are cinematic powerhouses in their own right, hosting major productions that debut on the global stage. From Namibia to Nigeria, these are the countries that continue to put Africa on the filmic map.
South Africa With its favourable exchange rates, technical expertise, diverse locations and highly specialised talent pool, film-friendly South Africa has long been an industry darling. Filming in the three main production
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centres – Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban – is easy and cost-
Mauritius
efficient with a streamlined permitting process and excellent rebate.
Mauritius’s equally attractive film rebate scheme has seen the beautiful
Recent film projects on South African shores include the 2020
island nation off Africa’s eastern coast welcome an upswing in
action-thriller Monster Hunter, HBO Max’s sci-fi series, Raised by
international productions. Already a popular Bollywood location (the
Wolves, and the sequel to Netflix’s teen rom-com, The Kissing Booth.
supernatural Hindi-language horror, Ezra, is set for release this year),
But it’s not all happening in South Africa – other African countries are
Mauritius recently hosted its first Hollywood production, the 2019
growing in popularity, ready and rigged up for international service.
thriller, Serenity.
Namibia
East Africa
Namibia is one of the continent’s cinematic gems thanks to its
East Africa is no stranger to big-budget blockbusters, either. From Out
sprawling desert that’s been dressed up as everything from Mongolia
of Africa to The Constant Gardener, Kenya has seen its fair share of big
to Iraq. Its film sector may be small, but the country has managed to
productions over the past few decades. Next door in Uganda, The Last
attract blockbusters like Mad Max: Fury Road and Transformers: The Last
King of Scotland and Disney’s 2016 biographical drama, Queen of Katwe,
Knight – some of the biggest films shot on the African continent in
were filmed on location.
recent years.
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Nigeria Affectionately dubbed “Nollywood”, Nigeria’s homegrown film industry,
Like Namibia, Morocco is regularly listed as one of the top spots for
which produces over 1000 films a year, eclipses Hollywood and is
desert settings, and its 20% international rebate gives it a leg up on the
second only to India’s Bollywood. Nigeria is the epicentre of African
competition. The colourful country provides international filmmakers
filmmaking, generating hundreds of millions of dollars each year and
with the opportunity to work with extremely professional production
employing more than one-million people.
companies at competitive rates. With incentives like these, it’s no
The world is finally taking notice of the filmic powerhouse – the
surprise that Disney’s Aladdin, John Wick: Chapter 3 and Men in Black
2018 Nollywood drama, Lionheart, was acquired by Netflix, making it
International recently filmed in Morocco.
the first Netflix original film produced in Nigeria.
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COVID-19 AND FILM
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EMBRACING THE POST-PANDEMIC NORM
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t the end of 2019, the world as we knew it changed
began working again in early May 2020 under strict health and safety
irrevocably, with the novel coronavirus – better known as
regulations known as Level 4 COVID-19 Restrictions. Many production
COVID-19 – crippling the world’s economy and locking us
companies have continued to serve internationals from afar, doing
all indoors in one fell swoop. The first to fall victim were
pre-production work, considering minimalistic shoots that require little
the film festivals and awards ceremonies, followed by the cinemas and
to no travel, and using the latest technology to keep clients impressed
the premieres. Then the film sets, the freelancers, and finally the TV
and coming back for more.
content producers. Now, almost six months later at the time of writing, various nations are in the process of placing safety protocols in place, cautiously coming out of lockdowns and braving the outside world. But things will never be the same again.
South Africa and COVID-19 Although South Africa’s film industry took a hit with the national lockdown announced in late March, the government’s pre-emptive measures were sagacious. Not only has the country had one of the lowest rates of infection globally, but the South African film industry
USEFUL INFO The full details of the two COVID-19 protocols can be found on the respective websites (www.cpasa.tv or www.sasafed.org). Please note that although every effort has been made to ensure that all information is accurate, every producer and/or set member is responsible for ensuring that their production is compliant with the various COVID-19 regulations. They should also obtain their own legal advice to ensure total compliance.
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The first to fall victim were the film festivals and awards ceremonies, followed by the cinemas and the premieres.
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personnel on the shooting floor at any one time during Level 4
The South African government has worked with key industry
Restrictions. Once they move to Level 3, the maximum number of cast
organisations to form the film protocols that will govern productions
and crew on set will be raised to 75, followed by 100 at Level 2 and
during, and potentially after, the pandemic. The Commercial Producers
Level 1 being unrestricted.
Association’s New Rulebook Guidelines for Commercial Film Production in South Africa was launched on 4 May 2020, while the South African Screen Federation – made up of eight member organisations – released the Screen Sector Workplace Protocols in Respect of COVID-19 just one day later. These regulations cover general hygiene practices such as having compliance officers, sanitising stations, wearing of face masks and practicing social distancing, as well as having a maximum of 50 people
AFRICA AND COVID-19 At the time of publishing, most countries in Africa had not yet opened their borders for film shoots amidst the global pandemic. International travel to most countries including South Africa, Morocco and Kenya is still banned until further notice. Mauritius, although it recently announced that it was successfully fighting the virus, has still not resumed travel completely.
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INCENTIVES AND CO-PRODUCTIONS
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he continent of Africa has many countries, and each has
prior to principal photography. A CIPC Registration Certificate, a
its own way of dealing with film productions. A select few,
BEE Certificate/BEE Affidavit, a Shareholders Certificate/Audit
have over the last few decades, realised the importance of
Confirmation Letter and invoices and/or contracts from Black Suppliers
the entertainment industry and have facilitated international
must be provided at claim stage.
and local productions through special incentives and rebates. Most
South African producer fees, limited to two working producers
recently, Morocco has begun offering a 20% VAT reduction on goods
and inclusive of all travel, accommodation and living expenses, are
and services bought in country, while Royal Air Maroc, the national
excluded from QSAPE if they exceed less than 10% of the total of
carrier, sometimes offering up flight discounts.
the company’s TPE on the film production, or R1 million in total.
South Africa’s Incentive Programme Together with its world-class infrastructure, incredible locations and top-notch crew, South Africa also has a South African Film and
An additional incentive of 5% QSAPE is provided for productions conducting post-production in SA and using the services of a blackowned service company.
Television Production and Post-Production Incentive, and a Foreign
Co-Production Treaties
Film and Television Production and Post-Production Incentive.
Thanks to South Africa’s rapid growth in facilitating new productions,
The programme is run by the Department of Trade and Industry
the country has co-production treaties with several countries – as
(the dti), with the Foreign Incentive providing a rebate of up to 25% of the Qualifying South African Production Expenditure (QSAPE) to a maximum of R50 million per project. The Post-Production incentive offers a rebate of up to 20% of the Qualifying South African PostProduction Expenditure (QSAPPE) of at least R1.5 million. An additional 2.5% of QSAPPE is offered when R10 million or more of the post budget is spent in SA. In 2018, the dti updated the incentive programme, stating that
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Your QSAPE should be at least R15 million for shooting on location in South Africa Your QSAPE should be at least R12 million for Level 1 Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) contributor status service companies when on location in SA QSAPPE should be at least R1.5 million for conducting postproduction activities in SA
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well as a Film and Television Co-Production Incentive, which is a sub-programme of the rebate scheme. It is available to official treaty
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co-productions with a QSAPE of at least R2.5 million, while the QSAPE for documentaries should be at least R500 000. The incentive provides a rebate of up to 35% of QSAPE and an
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additional 5% is offered to productions hiring at least 20% Black South Africa citizens as heads of departments and procuring at least
FOREIGN PRODUCTION
30% of the QSAPE from 51% black-owned entities which have been in operation for at least 12 months. This incentive is capped at R50 million per qualifying project and include feature films, animations, tele-movies, TV dramas and miniseries, documentaries and docu-series, and digital content. More information can be found on www.thedti.gov. za or please call +27 (0)86 184 3384.
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Mauritius’ Attractive Rebates Mauritius has continued to make waves (quite literally) in the film
INCENTIVE 22.5% OF QSAPPE
scene with its attractive film rebates for both locals and international filmmakers. The rebate, which was launched in 2016, provides between 30-40% on Qualifying Production Expenditure incurred in Mauritius. It is available to production companies registered in Mauritius, as well as those with 100% foreign ownership. Notably, it applies to a wide variety of projects from feature films to television dramas, and from
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documentaries to commercials. The Board of Investment facilitates all shooting permits and licenses, and applications should be made no later than one month before principal photography. For more information, visit www.filminmauritius.com, while more on Morocco’s rebates can be found with the Marrakech Film Commission on www.m-f-c.org.
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SA PRODUCTION & CO-PRODUCTION INCENTIVE 40% OF QSAPE FOR HIRING 30% BLACKOWNED ENTITIES.
CO-PRODUCTION TREATIES South Africa has ten official co-production treaties: • Canada (1997) • Italy (2003) • Germany (2004) • United Kingdom (2007) • France (2010) • Australia (2010) • New Zealand (2011) • Ireland (2012) • The Netherlands (2015) • Brazil (2018)
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CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE (CTICC) Location, location, location… The Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) is well known for hosting successful conferences and exhibitions, but what you might not know is that the CTICC is also a movie star. Featuring in international and local movies, adverts and series as airports, train stations, offices, hotels and restaurants, anything is possible. Think big, the CTICC a blank canvas from which to build the perfect set or areas you could use as a base for your scene. The glass-like structure encompasses 21 000 m² column-free space, subdivisible exhibition halls, and floors which can take loads of up to 3 tonnes per m². Some fan favourite venues include the top level of the parking lot, various escalators, open spaces, reception areas and art installations, all with easy access to the marshalling yard allowing for making set-up and break-down a breeze. With all this available space, it is no surprise that the centre is making waves in the film industry, you bring the vision, we will connect you to the scene.
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The city of Durban has found its shape in traces of India, Indonesia, Brazil, Zanzibar and Europe. Our colourful history is reflected in the profusion of Cape-Dutch, Indian, Victorian, Edwardian, Tudor, French Provincial, Neo-Gothic styles and Art Deco architecture. The landscape from the coast to the country is a gentle transformation from palm trees, beach cafĂŠs, steel and glass cities, to rolling hills, meandering countryside and dramatic mountain passes. The region presents miles of sandy beaches, rocky cliffs, blue water lagoons, and a myriad of rivers, lakes and exotic promenades.
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WESTERN CAPE: A RESILIENT DESTINATION
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he Western Cape comprises of six regions: Cape Town,
Cape Town
Cape Winelands, Cape West Coast, Cape Karoo, Cape
This dynamic city is a world-renowned destination that brings
Overberg, and the Garden Route and Klein Karoo, and all
millions of business and leisure travellers to its shores. A well-
six are home to unique landscapes, architectural styles and
established film production and service locale, Cape Town is home to
opportunities for film, TV, commercial and stills production.
a plethora of service production companies, crew, cast, and every manner of supplier to the film industry. The city is characterised by its beaches, mountains, cityscapes, townships and adaptable infrastructure. One need only glance at the city’s register of available locations to be inspired by the creative possibilities. The ongoing drought has only strengthened the city’s resilience, and by effective community engagement and a change in daily habits, Cape Town remains steadfastly open for business. Cape Town is also home to the first world-class (custom built, high-tech) Hollywood style film complex in Sub-Saharan Africa. Film Cape Town was launched in 2018 and offers filmmakers a wide range of information on bringing productions to the city. More info at: film.investcapetown.com
Cape Winelands Verdant valleys and palatial wine farms dot the region, which has well-developed infrastructure and is easily accessible from the city. Stellenbosch is a mere 20 minutes’ drive from the CBD, and the charming town of Franschhoek is only a stone’s throw further. Cape Town The Tsitsikamma National Park © CYCKING
Cape Winelands
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Saldanha Bay
Cape West Coast
Cape Overberg
Filmmakers and location scouts have long been captivated by the Cape Winelands and its stunning scenery, which is only heightened by the fact that the Winelands can double for similar-looking locations around the world.
Cape West Coast The beauty of the Cape West Coast is in its contrasts. On one hand, it is a dramatic and imposing region, characterised by rustic farm cottages, glorious coastlines and infrastructure battered by salty air, wind and rain; on the other hand, it is imbued with charm, with pristine beaches, fantastic sunsets and magnificent vistas galore. One has to see the Cape West Coast to believe it.
Cape Overberg A hidden gem comprising of rolling hills, mountain ranges, rivers and an abundance of flora and fauna, the Cape Overberg is a region on the rise. From Cape Agulhas to Swellendam, and Theewaterskloof to the Overstrand, there are a wealth of options to explore, and there’s no better way to discover the region than an old-fashioned film recce.
Cape Karoo
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than a sprinkle of quirky attractions pique your interest, then the Cape Karoo is worth a look. The heat can be intense in the summer, and the winters can be icy, but this makes for a landscape that is undeniably
CAMPS BAY BEACH
CAPE WINELANDS
Large beautiful white sands close to the city, make Camps Bay beach one of the
Home to the longest wine route in the world, the Cape Winelands attract
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If sweeping, arid landscapes dotted with farming towns, and more
most popular for both filming and tourism. It can look tropical and calm but, can
unique. Luckily, the elements have been kinder in many parts of the
Bigger shoots are normally only allowed on the Glen Beach side of Camps Bay beach – towards the rocks – while smaller shoots can be be done in other
tourists, business travellers and filmmakers alike. Numerous studios are
KEY INFORMATION Filmmakers must complete the events application form and submit it in
also be home to big surf. Its proximity to Cape Town, as well as its size, light, and
areas. Base camp is normally arranged at a private sports club in the area.
located in the Cape Winelands, but explore the surrounds and you’ll find
person or electronically. Indicate whether road closure is required/ traffic
beauty, make it one of the most photographed and filmed beaches in Cape Town.
The busiest time of year is 15 December - 15 January, and there are some
natural and built locations to whet the appetite of any locations manager.
assistance. Regarding municipal open space and parks, an application
There are many other beaches in close proximity, and the province is renowned for it’s vast coastline.
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restrictions for bigger beach shoots as it’s a peak tourism period. Please check
The Cape Winelands comprise the Stellenbosch, Drakenstein, Witzenberg,
must be made to the Community Services Department. The relevant
the website for updates regarding seasonal closures. There are, however, many
Breedevallei and Langeberg municipalities. The region is one of the most
municipality will coordinate this process to ensure one point of entry.
other beaches that are available for filming during the peak tourist season.
scenic and beautiful wine regions in the world, and features Cape Dutch buildings, world class golf courses, and unsurpassed scenery.
The size and nature of the shoot will dictate where the shoot will be allowed.
Cape Karoo, where one will find amiable small towns and rustic scenes that are sure to inspire.
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In recent years, the Garden Route and Klein Karoo was utilised
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Garden Route and Klein Karoo predominantly by tourists, who flocked to see the breathtaking Knysna Heads, the sea-scoured cliffs of Mossel Bay, the lush forests of the Wilderness and every town in between. While the area is still incredibly popular with the leisure crowd, filmmakers are increasingly
CAPE WEST COAST Comprising Swartland, Makzikama, Saldanha, Bergrivier, and the Cederberg,
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the Cape West Coast region is an emerging location for filming. Filmmakers
Municipal properties will require a permit available at the local
are spoilt for choice, as the region contains wild flowers, quaint seaside
town council. Rates are dependent on the size of the crew and
towns, wine farms and cellars, culture and heritage attractions, such as the
duration of the shoot. For road closures the traffic department
West Coast National Park and the Fossil Park. The Cederburg and Makzikama
needs to be involved. Filming in nature reserves and on beaches
mountain ranges feature ancient rock paintings, while the windiest sections
requires an ECO guide and environmental impact study with your
of beaches are ideal for shoots that feature adventure sports, such as kite
application. When filming on private property or in an estate,
surfing and paragliding. The vast, unspoilt beaches and charming wine and
you will need landowners’ permission and permission from the
olive routes provide a unique canvas for filmmakers.
governing body.
Merweville, Murraysburg, Prince Albert and Seekoegat, the Cape Karoo
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The Cape Overberg stretches from the Hottentots-Holland mountains in
KEY INFORMATION
The relevant application forms can be sourced at the local municipal
offers sweeping landscapes and charming architecture. The Swartberg Pass,
the west, to Swellendam in the east. In the north it reaches as far as the
Municipal properties will require a permit available at the local town
office in each municipality.
Comprising Beaufort West, Laingsburg, Leeu-Gamka, Matjiesfontein,
a World Heritage Site, is said to be one of the most scenic mountain passes in the world. It is untarred, flanked by hand-packed stone walls and leads to a summit 1 583m above sea level. The 75 000 hectare Karoo National Park lies within Beaufort West, adjacent to the N1.
Riviersonderend Mountains. One of the most scenic drives in the world,
council. Rates are dependent on the size of the crew and duration of the
Clarence drive or locally known as the R44, is a popular setting for especially
shoot. For road closures the traffic department needs to be involved.
vehicle commercials. The same goes for the gravel roads through the forests
Filming in nature reserves and on beaches requires an ECO guide and
in Elgin Valley Grabouw.
environmental impact study with your application. When filming on
In Gansbaai the presence of wildlife and documentary film crews are almost
private property or in an estate, you will need landowners’ permission
constant as it is the home of the great white shark.
and permission from the governing body.
There are a few hot spots in the Overberg that host regular film shoots and still plenty of hidden gems to be explored. Hermanus, Pringle Bay, Kleinmond, Gansbaai, Elgin and Botriver are amongst the most popular. As is picture-perfect Arniston.
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Disclaimer: Filming policies do change. Please check with your unit manager, and stay in regular contact with your local production company.
Disclaimer: Filming policies do change. Please check with your unit manager, and stay in regular contact with your local production company.
travelling to the region for the purposes of production. Municipalities are working hard to make the Garden Route and Klein Karoo even more
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film friendly through its formulated film office.
ebook. Contact: +27 21 487 8600 | Email: film@wesgro.co.za |
(www.grkk-filmoffice.co.za).
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After producing a film in SA in 2017, I fell in love with the country and making movies there. When the opportunity came up with Redeeming Love, it was a no-brainer to bring the project to South Africa and partner with Vlokkie Gordon, CJ Jones and Advantage Entertainment – surrounding the film with incredible locations and incredible crew.
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Juice Film had a successful remote test shoot recently and plans a more extensive one to help then assess how to best serve clients from afar.
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ollowing several years of consistent growth and award-winning
It’s a hard knock, but Amm says the industry is up to the challenge
projects, South Africa’s commercial service companies are
of staying on its feet. “Right now companies are doing all they can
gearing up for their biggest challenge yet.
to stay afloat,” she explains. And, although this has been a difficult
Open for business and ready to work: that’s the attitude
period for businesses worldwide, the commercial industry has a silver
South Africa’s commercial service companies have adopted in the face
lining. The outbreak of the pandemic occurred towards the end of
of the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s not a decision that’s been taken lightly,
South Africa’s commercial service season. The CPASA has started a
but the industry is determined to keep its production doors open and
COVID-19 fund to benefit industry freelancers with contributions from
prepare itself for the future of commercial service. How this future will
its members, and on 4 May 2020, business was resumed under Level 4
look remains to be seen.
Restrictions with strict film protocols (see page 8).
Bobby Amm, head of the Commercial Producers Association
Award-winning commercial production company 7 Films is still
(CPASA), says the industry has been hugely impacted by the COVID-19
going strong, using this opportunity to relaunch their website; Juice
pandemic and the resulting lockdowns and worldwide travel bans.
Film is researching and testing innovative systems and solutions to
“Every company and individual in the industry is affected by this,” he
enable safe shooting in the future; Groundglass is hard at work on
says. “Social distancing makes shooting very difficult, as do restrictions
upcoming productions; and Gatehouse Commercials is finding remote
on the number of people permitted on set. We have seen a loss of over
solutions for footage transmission and approval to ready itself for next
R300-million in work that has either been cancelled or postponed.”
season. No production company is wasting this precious time.
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The pandemic’s effects have been far-reaching, also forcing awards
curbed creativity; in fact, it’s the opposite. New campaigns include a
season to take a backseat. The 2020 Cannes Lions – the universal
30-second mini-film for Toyota South Africa, produced by Your Girlfriend,
benchmark of creative excellence – may have been cancelled, but
urging the country’s drivers to stay at home during the nationwide
South Africa didn’t miss its opportunity to shine at the 2019 awards
lockdown. SA Tourism’s inspirational campaign, produced by The Rudeboy
hosted in Venice.
Collective, implores South Africans to “travel later”, and local production
Among several shortlisted entries and awards, South Africa brought home one Gold Campaign, two Silver Campaign and one Bronze Campaign Lions in the Radio and Audio category, and two
Every week, directors and producers are proving that COVID-19 hasn’t
house Figment Films has collaborated on a brand film for SportsHosts, an online platform operating in New York and San Francisco. If there’s anything the current climate proves, it’s that the wins can
Bronze awards in Entertainment Campaigns for Mercedes-Benz and
(and will) keep coming for a country that refuses to quit in the face of
Edgars – collaborations with 7 Films and Giant Films respectively.
adversity. As always, the professional crews, state-of-the-art equipment
Allan Gray’s heartwarming TV commercial, Father’s Share, directed by
and hands-on support services that have made South Africa such a
Peter Pohorsky of Plank Films, won Silver and Bronze Lions in the
sought-after location are still available at the cost-effective rates that
Film category.
bring international clients back time and time again.
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s more and more big-budget international productions
Big-budget wins on SA shores
touch down in film-friendly South Africa, the local film
Film Afrika has long been linked to huge international productions
industry is also quietly gaining momentum.
like the long-running Starz series Black Sails. Most recently, the
With a winning blend of world-class production
company serviced British drama series The Widow, which was
support and expertise, unmatched natural diversity, a favourable
released on Amazon Prime in March 2019, and the upcoming
exchange rate and an English-speaking cast and crew who have
science-fiction series Raised by Wolves, set to premiere on
collaborated with filmmakers from around the world, South Africa
HBO Max.
has certainly earned its reputation as an industry heavy hitter. While film and TV service worldwide has been significantly
On Moonlighting Films’ high-profile checklist is the second season of HBO/Cinemax’s Warrior, the 2020 action-thriller Monster
slowed by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the outbreak
Hunter, and Bloodshot – a comic book blockbuster released earlier
occurred towards the end of South Africa’s film service season.
this year. The action-comedy Bulletproof 2 and the sequel to
Local film professionals are using this period for pre-production
2017’s Escape Room, slated for release in December 2020, both
and innovation from a distance, encouraged by several months of
recently wrapped filming in Cape Town.
successful projects with even more in the pipeline.
Critically-acclaimed series Strike Back, whose first season
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began filming in South Africa more than a decade ago, aired its
The crime-drama Queen Sono, a joint venture between Diprente and
final episode in April 2020, marking the end of an era for Out of
Netflix, marked the major streaming service’s first script-to-screen
Africa Entertainment. The company, no stranger to international
original African series. Production for its second season has been
productions, also worked on the 2019 Netflix film, The Red Sea
greenlit, while Netflix’s second African Original, Blood and Water, has
Diving Resort, and The Empty Man, a supernatural horror set for
been very well received locally since its online premier in May. Helmed
release this August. Even reality TV had its moment, with the
by award-winning Nosipho Dumisa of Gambit Films, the series was in
incredibly popular British dating series, Love Island, heading to Cape
SA’s top ten most watched list upon release.
Town’s shores for its first-ever winter series set in an opulent Cape Winelands villa. The first season of BBC One’s Noughts + Crosses, which aired
South African talent is also having its moment on an international stage. Two key episodes of The Professionals, Africa’s biggest coproduction to date, will be directed by Thabang Moleya, and local film
its final episode in April 2020, perfectly showcased South Africa’s
Losing Lerato won its cast six awards at the 2020 Idyllwild International
versatility when Cape Town was transformed into the fictional Albion
Festival of Cinema in California.
colony. The city starred again in the 2019 miniseries Good Omens –
Actor Bonnie Mbuli nabbed roles in Syfy series Vagrant Queen and
a co-production between Amazon Studios and BBC Studios based
BBC’s Noughts + Crosses, with 24-year-old newcomer Masali Baduza
on the novel of the same name by Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman –
starring as leading lady in the latter. Actor Greg Kriek, who has more
and another Terry Pratchett adaptation, BBC Studios’ The Watch.
than 50 international film credits to his name, will star in feature film
Local talent shines bright Streaming giants Netflix and Showmax have ushered in an exciting wave of original local series. After its successes with big-budget
Rogue – a partnership between MultiChoice Group’s M-Net, Capstone and Mannequin Pictures – alongside another local actor, Sisanda Henna. Off the back of these incredible successes and exciting projects for
productions like The Girl from St Agnes, several more Showmax
local film professionals at every level of the production process, South
original series are in the works, including the scripted comedy Woke
Africa is poised to bounce back next season bigger and better than
in Progress currently shooting in Johannesburg.
ever before.
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ith the ever increasing demand for global content
There are several talented individuals who work
in the world today and the fact that streaming
independently as stills photographers who continue to make
networks are now making a major contribution to the
valuable contribution to the marketing of numerous projects
entertainment industry, more and more projects now
filmed on our shores in 2019. One such photographer is Graham
require to benefit from high-end and immediate publicity in this very
Bartholomew, who has worked on productions like Bloodshoot,
competitive market.
Black Mirror (Episode 3, Season 5), and Cinemax’s Warrior.
As a motion picture stills photographer working on such projects,
Another on set photographer is Coco van Oppens, who
it requires the ability to create a fine array of still imagery for the
continues to offer stellar unit stills services to clients like BBC,
exacting hiring producers - from cinematic looking episodic scenes to
Sky 1, Amazon Prime, Paramount Pictures, Netflix and Scott Free
powerful portraiture of the key actors to drive advertising campaigns
Productions among others. Her recent film stills, publicity and
and enthuse the targeted viewers.
portrait work can be seen on projects like Monster Hunter, The
One such company is African Photo Productions, based in Cape Town and headed up by renowned stills photographer Joe Alblas. His team work both internationally and locally having found the right
Crown Season 2, The Wrong Mans and the soon to be released HBO Max TV series, Raised By Wolves. Nonetheless, how the demand for stills will be governed
formula to producing their stills deliverables. They have included¬
when we finally exit from the COVID-19 pandemic will be
billboards such as those produced for Unorthodox being recently
anyone’s guess. One thing is for sure: every project going
displayed in both Berlin and New York’s Times Square for this popular
forward will still need fine production stills to support all the
Netflix Original miniseries.
marketing material.
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In the world of commercial photography, South Africa continues to attract international jobs. These are often, part and parcel of TVC or even digital campaigns that require cohesive stills assets to accompany them. Many of these photographers provide turnkey services on microshoots for international clients. As the world of advertising continues to evolve in a rapidly changing consumer habitat, photographic contributions to the commercial service sector will likely also continue to adapt to meet the needs of the client. South African companies providing these services include France Production, based in the Cape, who have worked locations across Africa such as Zanzibar, Madagascar, and Mauritius, and have served dozens of high-profile international companies. Photographers like the award-winning David Prior, have spent decades honing their craft in ad land covering anything from automotive to animals, food and beverages to lifestyle shoots. Still other creative agencies like Bird on a Wire provide a diverse range of photographic and other creative services through the people on their books. Ultimately, whatever the need, SA aims to please and rarely ever fails to do so when it comes to the art of photography.
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Being a motion picture stills photographer requires the ability to create a fine array of still imagery for the exacting hiring producers - from cinematic looking episodic scenes to powerful portraiture of the key actors to drive advertising campaigns and enthuse the targeted viewers.
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ith an ever-rising demand for content across the
companies to work on reality broadcasts shot in SA with the likes of
world – particularly as video on demand and
I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! South African-owned NV Studios
streaming services continue to grow their networks
has most recently joined forces with UnLtd Productions in bringing
during and post-pandemic – we have seen a parallel
international food documentary series From Scratch to the small
growth in the demand for reality television content. Today there is a show that suits just about any person out there, whether you enjoy
screen. Most notably in 2019/2020, however, was the shooting of the
home makeovers, competitions, gruesome real life stories, or just your
popular series Love Island UK in sunny South Africa for their ‘winter’
daily fix of drama.
season of the show. Joe Alblas from African Photo Productions
South Africa has also seen a surge in reality TV productions
worked on this project and says that although it was a bit different to
both locally and in the international shows that are brought to
their usual work, it was nothing the team couldn’t handle. “Working
South Africa. Sasani Studios, for instance, has been home to both
on a reality show shares a similar dynamic to what an actor or crew
The Voice SA and The Voice Afrique Francophone thanks to its stellar
member has to achieve for a stage play in front of a live audience –
infrastructure and recently upgraded facilities. Visual Impact is
being very different to film and TV projects where there is always an
a company that not only provides gear but was one of the first
opportunity to achieve success during multiple takes,” he explains.
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AFRICAN PHOTO PRODUCTIONS The art of modern filmmaking is the layering of many facets to create what appears to be authentic, however fantastical or removed in time the story may be. The same is true of motion picture still photography. Our task is not only to capture frames that reflect the essence and spirit of a scene, but also bring other elements together in post-production to create the same level of enchantment and believability. This past year we are proud to have again worked on many projects, both internationally and here in South Africa, some of which are showcased above, making this a collaborative effort by our team who have all recently made a valuable contribution to the publicity and marketing campaigns of these prestigious projects. As unsure as the future appears, we are embracing the opportunities to innovate, guided by the COVID-19 code of conduct, to be at the forefront of a re-emerging market. Our services include unit stills, gallery stills, special stills, EPK and ‘B’ roll video behind-the-scenes with in-house data wrangling for processing, appending metadata, colour grading, photo retouching and FTP uploads for all digital deliverables. Joe Alblas | Casey Crafford | Anika Molnár | Raquel Fernandes | Jan du Toit
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nimation on the African continent is having a bit of a
through colourful narratives. We showcase Africa’s animation talent
moment. We’ve got some incredibly talented studios creating
under one roof and uniquely understand the challenges, needs and
stunning 2D and 3D work for the global stage, and we’ve got
opportunities of the African animation industry.”
international studios like Disney, Nickelodeon and Cartoon
In terms of successes, Triggerfish Animation Studio’s partnership with
Network collaborating and funding more African-produced work. Cartoon
international producers Magic Light Pictures has yielded several beautiful
Network two years ago launched the Africa Creative Lab to shine a
3D animated shorts. The most recent of these is The Snail and the Whale,
spotlight on the innovative, creators of local short-form content to the
with prior award-winning shorts including Revolting Rhymes and Zog.
channel and its digital platforms.
Their latest production can be viewed in South Africa on Showmax.
Companies like Sunrise Productions, Triggerfish, Mind’s Eye Creative and Priest are forging ahead in sectors ranging from web series and Christmas specials, to children’s broadcast content, commercials, and even virtual reality. And with events like the annual Cape Town International Animation Festival, Animation SA’s regular delegations to Annecy in France, and other festivals and events like Fupitoons and DISCOP that have initiatives designed to draw attention to animated content, there is no doubt that this industry will continue to grow and flourish. Although the Cape Town International Animation Festival (CTIAF) had to be postponed to 2021 in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, it remains one of the main events on the African animation calendar. Now in its ninth year, Festival Director Dianne Makings shares her thoughts on CTIAF: “Today is the most exciting time to be in the African animation industry. We can’t wait to gather our international and South African delegates to explore how we bring undiscovered African stories alive Munki and Trunk
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of this wave with clients consistently searching out their stellar services. Throughout the continent there are those raising the bar in animation
eighth season of their award-winning non-dialogue pre-school show,
– both in terms of quality product and in terms of original IP. Nigeria in
Jungle Beat. The series will be distributed worldwide by Ireland’s Monster
particular is one country outside of South Africa that is seeing more talent
Entertainment. Most excitingly, they will premier Jungle Beat: The Movie
coming out of this sector, while East Africa, too, has a small yet burgeoning
in June 2020 - a feat of note. Monster Entertainment has distributed
animation industry. Even South Africa is seeing a rise in small partnerships,
previous seasons of the show to broadcasters in over 150 countries, as
collaborations and innovation.
well as on 45 airlines. Commercial and other animated service work continues to be a source
Overall, despite many challenges, setbacks and barriers to entry over the years, Africa is now having a moment where its animation talent and
of bread and butter for this small but growing sector. Companies like Black
expertise is finally being recognised globally, potential is sparking. What we
Ginger, Lung Animation, and Tulips and Chimneys continue to ride the tip
do with this opportunity is up to us.
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he post production industry in South Africa has reported
visual post-production sectors. Companies like Sound and Motion
steady growth in the 2019/2020 film season, with many
Studios, Rhapsody Recording, The Workroom and others have
new players joining the industry, and many others raising
enjoyed success in both large and small international and local
the bar in what is possible in the digital realm of motion
projects like Blood and Water, Queen Sono, 8, Riding with Sugar, and
pictures. According to Lauren van Rensburg, who heads up Refinery,
Poppie Nongena, Warrior, Noughts + Crosses, DC Titans, and Dr Who,
this was one of their best years to date. The company is one of
while still other visual post-production houses like Priest have
the largest post houses in the country, and covering a range of
branched into parallel sectors like animation and fine art curation in
services from DIT and dailies to VFX and sound. They have worked
addition to their stellar post work.
on jobs in advertising, film and TV like Maze Runner: The Death
Although naturally the lockdown landscape has posed some
Curse, The Giver, Action Park, Serenity, Five Fingers for Marseilles,
challenges to doing certain facets of their jobs, the majority of
Samson, and Warrior.
post-production houses have had at least some – if not all – of the
“With the demand for content growing at such a rapid rate, the stabilisation of our rebates and the investments being made here by Netflix EMEA, we are seeing enormous growth,” she explains. This is underpinned by the ever-growing talent pool of creatives and technical whizzes working in these fields across audio and
infrastructure to work remotely to some extent and have simply continued to plug on. “I sincerely believe that the South African landscape has incredible creative and technical talent across the board. Everyone – from the editors and colourists, to the visual effects artists and sound designers – is delivering some outstanding quality work,” Lauren says with conviction. “In the next few years, I see SA becoming not only a top shooting destination, but certainly a top post destination as well!”
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With the demand for content growing at such a rapid rate, the stabilisation of our rebates and the investments being made here by Netflix EMEA, we are seeing enormous growth.
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STUDIOS
FIT FOR ANY PRODUCTION
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frica offers up some unprecedented and world-class studios
Studios are incredibly advanced, and beyond anything I have seen
that can stand up against any international studio standard.
before.”
Not only are these spaces fit with the latest camera and sound technology, but there are a variety to suit any
For those who do not have CTFS kind of money, there are a plethora of beautiful daylight, photographic, and even smaller film
size production, from the outlandish and epic to the hyper-micro,
studios operating in the city of Cape Town and beyond. These include
two-man shoot.
Roodebloem Studios, Flash Photo, Panavision’s Island Studios, Global
South African in particular offers up some incredible film studios that bring international productions to our shores time and again.
Access, Salt River Studios, and many others. One mid-size studio that has consistently been growing its offering
Perhaps the best known of these is Cape Town Film Studios, which has
and making a name for itself in both local and international circles has
been home-away-from-home for series like Black Sails and Outlander
been Atlantic Studios. A cutting-edge film and television studio facility,
in the past and more recently, Origin, Warrior Seasons 1 and 2, Monster
it has eight stages of flexible soundproof studio space, including a giant
Hunter, Good Omens, Inside Man 2 and Ridley Scott’s much-anticipated
green screen studio, a large back lot and extensive parking.
TNT series, Raised by Wolves. Since their inception, the studios have been committed to
Johannesburg, too, has continued to see success in studio-hosted productions thanks to its position as a television broadcast hub. Spaces
becoming a hub for big-budget productions that will ultimately feed
like Atlas Studios, Urban Brew, Sasani Studios and others provide
into the Cape’s film economy in a massive way. The studios include
versatile, reliable studios for regular productions like local soapies, as
sound stages, production offices, artist support, workshops, backlot
well as additional productions along the way.
sets, ships, water tanks, an exterior green wall, a data centre, a backup
Beyond South Africa, most of the film friendly countries in Africa
energy centre and even hazardous waste facilities and a studio garden.
like Egypt, Algeria, Tunisia, Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, Namibia, Mauritius
Impressive doesn’t even begin to describe the operation.
and Ghana – to name a few – offer smaller studio spaces with limited
“In terms of technology, South Africa is actually ahead of the curve
production equipment. Morocco is the only other country with
in many respects,” says Kate Beyda, Senior Vice-President of Physical
professional studios for large-scale productions: Atlas Corporation
Production at Warner Bros. “Those sound stages at Cape Town Film
Studios. The company has facilitated many international productions
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Q&A Cape Town Film Studios’ ships, originally made for Black Sails © Getty Images
MORWESI RAMONYAI, DIRECTOR AND GAUTENG REPRESENTATIVE OF WRAPZERO
Describe WrapZERO in one sentence.
A consultancy focused on making sustainability in film and media production practical, measurable, locally achievable and globally relevant.
Why are you passionate about sustainability in film?
The Voice South Africa is shot in Sasani Studios.
including the latest instalment of Mission Impossible, as well as Game of Thrones and Disney’s Aladdin. When it comes to sound studios and audio post-production, these, too, are comparable with their international counterparts. Companies like Fine Tune Studios, The Workroom, Rhapsody Recording and many others are top notch and sometimes work on international productions that may not even shoot in SA. One such company is Sound and Motion Studios, which is also home to the South African Film Orchestra. In recent years, this award-winning company works with productions like Netflix African Original series Blood & Water and Queen Sono.
As an all-women team with proven experience in the practice of sustainability, we have seen and been part of a widespread shift to effective and responsible practices in a number of different industries. These are always motivated by a culture shift, and media is the ultimate driver of cultural change and shifting mindsets. The industry is also made up of innovative people who have great influence and reach. With experienced support and well-informed guidance, the industry can make great strides and achieve a positive impact.
What are the top 3 things studios should consider when greening their space?
1. Use resources with care – responsible water, energy and waste management 2. Sustainable spending – put your budget where it matters 3. Share your story – communicate with productions to share lessons learnt, how you can support greening their activities and provide accurate data to support their reporting requirements
What are the top 3 things production companies should do to become more sustainable? TOP FILM AND TV STUDIOS IN SA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Atlantic Film Studios, Cape Town, Western Cape Atlas Studios, Johannesburg, Gauteng Cape Town Film Studios, Cape Town, Western Cape Fleet Street Studios, Randburg, Gauteng Garden Route Film Studios, George, Western Cape Global Access, Johannesburg, Gauteng Media Film Service, Cape Town and Johannesburg Overberg Film Studios, Kleinmond, Western Cape Q Studios, Johannesburg, Gauteng Salt River Film Studios, Cape Town, Western Cape Sasani Studios, Johannesburg, Gauteng Sky Rink Studios, Johannesburg, Gauteng Studio 26, Durbanville Hills, Western Cape Telemedia Studios, Sandton, Gauteng Urban Brew Studios, Randburg, Gauteng
1. Consider your impact – Make informed decisions and evaluate effectiveness as you go, taking unintended consequences into consideration. 2. Sign the Creative Industries Pact – This also commits you to practical, measurable and incrementally more effective strategies and supporting actions along with reporting, which is also applied to your own operations. 3. Celebrate your success - Share your experience with industry to encourage widespread change.
Where can people find out more or start their journey in sustainable film production?
Visit www.wrapzero.co.za for contact details, useful industry links, including information on The Pact, and to download Guidelines For Sustainability In The Film Industry (The first local guidelines for sustainability in film, compiled for the KwaZuluNatal Film Commission by WrapZERO in 2019). We work throughout the region, with representatives based in Cape Town, Johannesburg and Kampala (Uganda).
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STUDIO SPECIFICATIONS Studio Name
Floor Area
Height
Access
Studio 4
500m
2
8m to ceiling
H: 3m / W: 4m
Studio 8
500m2
8m to ceiling
H: 3m / W: 4m
Studio 9
1 200m
8m to ceiling
H: 3m / W: 4m
2
ATLANTIC STUDIOS Atlantic Studios is 11 000m 2 and boasts ten stages of dynamic soundproof production space, designed by media industry pioneers to service both Television and Film as well as Advertising. Custom facilities include soundproof studios, a giant green screen studio, 4K cinema area, a large back lot, specialised studio set rentals, workshops, production offices, costume and dressing-rooms, and a thriving hub of creative onsite tenants. It’s accessibility - just 30 minutes from Cape Town International airport and 20 minutes from the city centre - making it the ideal base for the international and local Film and Television industry.
CONTACT DETAILS 7 Montague Drive, Montague Gardens, Milnerton, Cape Town. Sakkie Ferreira: +27 (0)82 606 0616 | Luhann Groenewald: +27 (0)60 991 5392 t: +27 (0)21 201 3960
e: info@atlanticstudios.co.za
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ATLAS STUDIOS Atlas Studios is at the forefront of contemporary Johannesburg, an urban development highly sought-after for its multipurpose spaces. Centrally located with all necessary amenities, there are 3 sound studios and 1 daylight studio, the latter available for events, photoshoots, conference meetings and screenings. Also available for rent are the onsite offices, perfect for post-production, with included Wi-Fi, security and secure parking. Corner Frost Avenue and Owl Street, Milpark, Johannesburg, South Africa t: +27 (0)11 482 7111 e: info@atlasstudios.co.za www.atlasstudios.co.za
FLASH PHOTO Flash Photo offers lighting, digital and video rental equipment. Our selection of three studios creates a wide variety of options for shoots. Our leading brands include Profoto, Arri, Briese, Westcott, Manfrotto, Phase One, Sony, Nikon and Canon. Flash Photo is COVID-19 compliant.
140 Waterkant Street, Greenpoint, 8005 t: +27 (0)21 418 0618 e: info@flashphoto.co.za www.flashphoto.co.za
ISLAND STUDIOS With stages in major cities around the world, Island Studios provides full-service stages befit with catering, drive-in access, and full hair and makeup facilities. Cape Island and Gold Island, in Cape Town and Johannesburg respectively, are ideal locations for any commercial, music video, digital campaign, or stills shoot.
t: +27 21 529 4200(CPT) +27 11 314 5700(JHB) info@islandstudios.net
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SPECIALIST SERVICES
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here’s nothing like knowing that all bases are covered, that
There are even services we don’t often even consider, like
every aspect of a production is running smoothly. This is
translation, interpretation and subtitling. Folio Translation
often where South Africa’s specialist service providers to
provides a wide selection of services like this, but also does
the film industry excel. From transportation and accounting
proofreading, transcriptions, voice overs, copywriting and even
to props and special effects, some specialist services provide on-set solutions, while still others offer up travel necessities. Companies like Mountain Marina offer a collection of luxury
search engine optimisation. Supporting the talent pool is crucial to any project, and what better way to do that than with seasoned casting directors. Services
apartments and penthouses adjacent to the V&A Waterfront in
such as those of Kayos Casting Directors are sought after in both
Cape Town, where cast and crew can enjoy their downtime in
commercial and film service. Although social distancing has proven to
comfort and elegance.
be a challenge for casting directors, many companies are innovating
Productions are safeguarded through Film Finances South Africa’s
and trying new methods of screening talent before they are chosen for
world class bonding and film guarantee services. They have worked
a project. This will likely continue indefinitely as the world adapts to a
with high-end international projects across the world, with services
new norm.
that can be customised and scaled to any production size. Still others
Still others are using technology to unite the industry sectors.
like CC&A Insurance Brokers, as the name suggests, provide film and
Companies like Talent Scan is able to process data for talent on
entertainment insurance packages, with over 30 years of experience
productions to assist productions in payroll management, like other like
in showbiz. Their packages cover anything from a film producer to the
ArtDept have created a platform for the many crew working in the art
drones on a production.
department to showcase their abilities and portfolios.
SPECIALIST SERVICES
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As people across the world race towards a more digital economy, it is inevitable that the fourth industrial revolution will change the way many specialist service providers do business. The only way companies will survive, says Mario Jansen of Talent Scan, is to stay on the pulse of the latest trends. “Directors prefer to look more and more at extras options on iPads, agents are making more and more use of online booking platforms, and I’m hearing about various apps in development,” he explains. There are so many working parts to a production that it’s impossible to name them all. One thing is certain: they know their job best, and with them on your side, your project will be covered from the minute you land in SA, to the moment you leave.
Film Finances SA forms part of the global company Film Finances Inc., the world leader in the provision of completion guarantees for the film and television industry. Our team of industry specialists assist producers to ensure productions are delivered on time and on budget, giving peace of mind and assurance to financiers, distributors and government agencies that their investment is safeguarded. Our service can be customised to cater for low-end to high-end projects. t: +27 11 513 3563 / +27 82 411 4088 e: jane@filmfinances.co.za w: www.filmfinances.com
This is often where South Africa’s specialist service providers to the film industry excel. From transportation and accounting to props and special effects, some specialist services provide on-set solutions, while still others offer up travel necessities.
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Cellular Dynamics SA’s premier short-term mobile and data rental provider. For the last 18 years, Cellular Dynamics has been a communications service provider for the film industry. We’ve held fast to the belief that service excellence is the only way to do business. Our incredible range of smartphones and Wireless internet solutions are all available on a short-term rental basis. We also offer redundancy by using all three major mobile networks in South Africa to ensure maximum coverage. Talk to us about your specific needs and we will find an innovative solution to match your budget.
CONTACT DETAILS t: +27 (0)21 447 0641
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WRAPZERO WrapZERO is a consultancy focusing on sustainability in film and TV production. Working across departments, we identify and implement practical and realistic ways of going green on set, in the production office and in workshops for productions of all sizes and scope. Our support is practical and professional with proven results. The aim is always to reduce negative impact (carbon emissions and wasted resources) and increase positive impact (efficiency, cost savings and social benefits). Our work is benchmarked against international standards. For service providers and studios, we help align operations with sustainable business goals and calculate carbon footprints.
CONTACT DETAILS Liesl Hattingh, Managing Director t: +27 (0)64 686 2434
e: info@wrapzero.co.za
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TOP NOTCH GEAR
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xotic, faraway places might be the norm on the African continent,
array of large format lenses made available for African productions. These
but that doesn’t mean that a producer doesn’t have access to the
include the Primo 70 series, Ultra Panatar, Primo Artiste and X, Sphero 65,
fines camera gear, lighting and other equipment they need for
Ultra Vista and the H series, to name a few.
a production. In fact, South Africa has developed an arsenal of
some of the best equipment available on the international market. Companies like Panavision and Panalux have a robust presence in this
Going the Extra Green Mile Panalux has gone beyond cameras to provide sustainable equipment
sector, and have partnered with several key local businesses to further
that not only saves dollars in the long run, but also reduces our carbon
supply the demand for good quality equipment that can withstand the
footprint. At BSC Expo 2020 early in 2020, the company unveiled new
very diverse climates found in each of the 54+ countries that occupy this
lighting solutions alongside the new h40 hybrid generator from Panalux
space. Still other resellers and rental companies like Media Film Service
Power. The Sonara 4:4 is a variable-white 4’x4’ LED soft light offering
and Cine Photo Tools have agreements with major international camera
all-new, high-CRI, high-TLCI flagship soft source that reproduces a broad
manufacturers like Black Magic, RED and ARRI, with most providing advice
spectrum of white light with full green/magenta control. With these
on the best equipment to use, camera and other crew and technicians to
products and others, Panalux is looking ahead to the future of the film
assist on set, and other services to ensure principal photography runs as
industry while responding to critical climate issues confronting the planet.
smoothly as possible (from a tech perspective, anyway).
Camera Trends
“The innovative LED array in the new Panalux Sonara 4:4 provides cinematographers with the highest level of creative control,” says Technical Director David Amphlett, “allowing them to tune the output along the
Although workhorses like the ARRI Alexa or the Sony FS7 continue to
widest range of white points, with subtle hue adjustment and precise
maintain a place as some of the most popular cameras for locals or even for
control of green/magenta levels.” As a result, this renders skin tones exactly
mid-budget filmmakers, one of the biggest trends to hit the camera market
as a cinematographer intends.
in 2020 was the integration of 4K or even 6K technology into smartphone tech. This have given birth to what will arguably make filmmaking one of the most accessible of careers in coming years as demand for video content grows proportionally. Cameras like the Panasonic S1H and Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K are leading the way with 6K for dedicated video cameras, with the supposedly still-imminent Sharp 8K Video Camera taking the first prosumer foray into 8K. Watch this space as this sector is more than likely to take off in Africa – particularly with one of the greatest populations of smartphone users in the world. Then, when it comes to cinematic cameras, Panavision once again wows us with their Millennium DXL2, the first modular electronic camera. This is an unprecedented step towards flexibility in design, allowing you to customise the body shape, design, and function. Cameras would be nothing without their corresponding lenses, and Panavision goes over and above to please in this department with their Sonara 44 © Panavision/Panalux
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outh Africa is renowned for its hard workers, and none are
CallaCrew is the leading crew agency in South Africa with the largest
more prevalent than on the many big-budget film sets that
crew listing. Their online portal connects producers with the precise
abound during peak season. There are professional cast and
skills they need in country (and beyond). They also provide guidelines to
crew members across the film career spectrum, with many
crew costs, which is a valuable service during pre-production. A sample
honing their skills in film schools, through internship or mentorships,
costing guideline can be found below. Although this changes annually
and even on-the-job training programmes. SA crew are frequently
by 10%, most crew have not worked much due to the pandemic, and
contracted to work overseas such as Dubai or Eastern Europe, to bring
producers should contact CallaCrew to find out if rates will change
their top notch skills to international productions.
during the 2019/2020 season.
COSTING GUIDELINES FROM CALLACREW DESIGNATION
DAILY RATES
WEEKLY RATES (BASED ON A 6-DAY WEEK)
Minimum
Maximum
Minimum
Maximum
Production Designer
R 2 500.00
R 6 300.00
R 18 000.00
R 40 000.00
Art Director
R 2 500.00
R 6 300.00
R 15 000.00
R 40 000.00
Set Dresser
R 1 500.00
R 4 000.00
R 12 000.00
R 18 000.00
D.O.P./Lighting Cameraman
R 4 500.00
R 11 000.00
R 25 000.00
R 55 000.00
Camera Operator
R 2 800.00
R 8 500.00
R 15 000.00
R 45 000.00
Steadicam Operator
R 3 000.00
R 5 500.00
R 17 500.00
R 30 000.00
Data Wrangler
R 2 000.00
R 3 500.00
R 9 000.00
R 15 000.00
Drone Operator
R 3 000.00
R 8 500.00
Cast Coordinator
R 1 500.00
R 2 800.00
R 7 500.00
R 15 000.00
Extras Coordinator
R 1 200.00
R 1 800.00
R 6 000.00
R 9 000.00
ART DEPARTMENT
CAMERA DEPARTMENT
CASTING DEPARTMENT
COSTUME/WARDROBE DEPARTMENT Costume Designer
R 2 500.00
R 5 500.00
R 12 000.00
R 30 000.00
Wardrobe
R 2 200.00
R 4 500.00
R 10 000.00
R 24 000.00
Wardrobe Assistant
R 1 500.00
R 2 200.00
R 7 500.00
R 12 000.00
1st Assistant Director
R 2 500.00
R 6 500.00
R 10 000.00
R 40 000.00
2nd Assistant Director
R 1 500.00
R 2 500.00
R 7 000.00
R 15 000.00
R 2 200.00
R 3 300.00
R 10 000.00
R 24 000.00
Gaffer
R 2 000.00
R 4 000.00
R 12 000.00
R 24 000.00
Spark
R 1 000.00
R 1 800.00
R 6 000.00
R 9 000.00
R 4 000.00
R 12 000.00
R 24 000.00
R 4 500.00
R 7 500.00
R 21 000.00
DIRECTOR DEPARTMENT
GRIP DEPARTMENT Grip
LIGHTING DEPARTMENT
LOCATIONS DEPARTMENT Location Manager
R 2 400.00
MAKE-UP AND HAIR DEPARTMENT Make-Up/Hair
R 2 000.00
PRODUCTION DEPARTMENT Line Producer
R 3 000.00
R 4 500.00
R 10 000.00
R 23 000.00
Production Manager
R 1 800.00
R 3 500.00
R 9 000.00
R 20 000.00
Unit Manager
R 1 800.00
R 3 200.00
R 9 900.00
R 20 000.00
Unit Assistant
R 1 200.00
R 2 500.00
R 6 500.00
R 12 000.00
UNIT DEPARTMENT
Please note: This information is correct as of March 2020. Please note that the above rates are a guideline only and will be dependent on crew availability. Minimum and maximum rates are based on levels of experience. In order to consider a varied range of candidates, please make provision for more than the minimum rate. Gear is negotiated separately and on a job-tojob basis. It is not accounted for in the above rates. For more information, contact CallaCrew on www.callacrew.co.za.
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PRODUCTION COMPANIES
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BLUE SKY FILMS AFRICA Blue Sky Films has over two decades’ history of film production in East and Central Africa. We facilitate and produce Television commercials, reality shows, documentaries, music videos, still photography shoots, feature films and all film related work. We have facilitated several Award Winning Feature Films which include –The Lion King, Tomb Raider, The Cradle of Life featuring Angelina Jolie, The Constant Gardener featuring Ralph Fiennes and Rachel Weisz, The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind - Ejiofor Chiwetel Directorial debut among many other. We provide complete production services and facilities for overseas crew, including locations, casting, art department, film licenses, work permit, crews, equipment, customs, transport, catering and accommodation.
CONTACT DETAILS Mario Zvan (Executive Producer) / Jim Shamoon (Executive Producer) t: +254 72 233 6840 / +254 72 275 5893 e: mario@blueskyafrica.com / info@blueskyafrica.com
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CAN-CAN FILMS Under the dynamic leadership of Di Britz, one of South Africa’s most experienced commercials producers, Can-Can offers local expertise and
CAN-CAN FILMS
an innovative approach to facilitating International Commercials in Cape Town, Southern and East Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands. Please Under the dynamic of Di Britz, oneunique of South Africa’s most experienced commercials producers, Can-Can offers local expertise visit our website forleadership more information on our service. and an innovative approach to facilitating International Commercials in Cape Town, Southern and East Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands. Please visit our website for more information on our unique service.
CONTACT DETAILS Di Britz Britz (Executive (ExecutiveProducer) Producer) m: +27 83 227 3041
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GINGER PICTURES Ginger Pictures is your production partner for all your shoots in South Africa and Africa. When you shoot in over 20 African countries like us, you cannot help but give your projects an adventurous touch. But adventure doesn’t have to be risky. With us, you’ll get the best crew and gear that each country has to offer. Over the years, we have built an extensive network all over the continent and the Indian Ocean Islands. With Ginger Pictures, give this special flavor and zest to your projects!
CONTACT DETAILS 139 Wilson Street, Northcliff, Johannesburg, 2195, South Africa Julie Ah-Fa (Producer)
t: +27 76 030 7284
e: julie@gingerpictures.tv
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HAPPY CAT FILMS Happy Cat Films is one of the top production companies in South Africa. Our collective experience stretches across commercials, stills photography, feature films, documentaries and all types of TV programming. We work with you, as part of your team, always thinking creatively and strategically. We are Cape Town-based but shoot all over Africa, offering a boutique hands-on approach to filming.
CONTACT DETAILS t: +27 (0)21 422 2795
m: +27 (0)82 497 75 36
e: rachel@happycatfilms.co.za
www.happycatfilms.co.za
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TRILOGY CREATIVE STUDIOS Trilogy Creative Studios is a Cape Town-based production company focused on international docudramas, television shows and feature films. Deryck Broom, Anthonie Scholtz and Gareth Ahrens have a ‘hands on’ approach to film production and their ability to manage time, budgets, crew, cast and the craft have ensured many shows return for Season 2, and 3 and 4... Trilogy has built strong relationships with suppliers in the industry from gear houses, to locations and agents; creating a core team that is dependable, creative and a pleasure to work alongside.
CONTACT DETAILS Studio 104, Newlands Quarter, 2 Main Street, Newlands, 7725, Cape Town, South Africa m: +27 82 890 1999
t: +27 21 685 9372
e: deryck@thetrilogy.co.za
www.thetrilogy.co.za
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CULINARY EXPERIENCE CREATES OPPORTUNITIES Supporting the food industry is in our hands I-Cook Channel presents a unique culinary experience where viewers will have the opportunity, through live streaming, to cook with SA’s top chefs using the ingredients of their signature dish delivered to their home.
Join us in supporting South Africa’s chefs. By accessing this consumer market, you will not only grow your brand but also create a stainable revenue stream for SA Chefs
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In the southern hemisphere, October to March are the sunniest months, receiving over 300 hours of sunlight per month, while the north offers the most sunshine between April and September. South Africa’s Gauteng has the added advantage of dry and bright winters, as does the southern desert climate of Morocco. Most coastal areas often have winter rainfall, while interiors receive some summer rainfall.
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EXCHANGE RATE US Dollar
Euro
Pound Sterling
Chinese Yuan
UAE Dirham
1 Egyptian Pound (EGP)
0.064
0.058
0.052
0.45
0.23
1 Kenyan Shilling (KES)
0.0093
0.0085
0.0076
0.067
0.034
1 Mauritian Rupee (MUR)
0.025
0.023
0.020
0.18
0.092
1 Moroccan Dirham (MAD)
0.10
0.093
0.082
0.73
0.37
1 Namibian Dollar (NAD)
0.067
0.061
0.055
0.48
0.25
1 Nigerian Naira (NGN)
0.0026
0.0023
0.0021
0.018
0.0094
1 South African Rand (ZAR)
0.057
0.052
0.046
0.41
0.21
Waterfalls
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Rock Formations
CASTING DEMOGRAPHICS Africa comprises 54 nations representing over 3 000 ethnic groups – not to mention international diaspora who have settled in various places over the course of history (Chinese, Indian, Southwest Asian, European, etc.). In South Africa alone, there is a wealth of faces to choose from: African American, Mixed Race, Indian, Mediterranean, Caucasian, European and Asian. With such a melting pot of ethnicities, a casing director can find almost any look.
Acacia Trees
Salt Pans
Sunny Skies in Winter
NORTHERN CAPE Desert
Africa
Moonscapes
JHB: 2 HRS Rock Formations
White Sandy Beaches
WESTERN CAPE Dunes
Key: Kenya Morocco Mauritius Namibia Nigeria South Africa
European feel
2 500km of coastline
Vineyards Art Deco Studios
Wheat fields
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UK: 11 HRS DUBAI: 8 HRS
Baobab Trees
CHINA: 14 HRS
LIMPOPO Wildlife
GAUTENG Studios
Palace
NORTH WEST
African feel
Desert
Savanna
Markets
MPUMALANGA
JHB: 1 HR Savanna
Townships
KWAZULU-NATAL
FREE STATE
Tropical Forest
Wheat fields and apple orchards
Rolling Hills Coastal Skyscrapers
Sunny Skies in Winter
Mountain Range
DURBAN: 2 HRS
Art Deco
Acacia Trees
EASTERN CAPE Wildlife
Pristine Beaches
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GAUTENG: LOCAL PRODUCTION POWERHOUSE
G
auteng is home to a thriving South African film and television industry, the majority of which is located in
international producers with obtaining permits for their shoots. Thanks to Johannesburg – also known as the City of Gold –
its capital of Johannesburg. In the past 20 years, many
having a sophisticated and reliable economy and well-developed
local films and series produced in this province have
infrastructure, many leading advertising agencies and production
made it to the international stage – the most renowned of these
houses have African headquarters or offices here. Naturally this
being the Academy Award-winning Tsotsi (2005), directed by Gavin
means that Gauteng is equipped with a large talent pool, efficient
Hood, and Neil Blomkamp’s District 9.
crew, and oodles of production equipment, studios and locations to
There are over 30 commercial cinemas in Gauteng, and the South African Broadcasting Corporation’s headquarters are based
make any endeavour or collaboration in this industry a success.
here. The National Film and Video Foundation is also based in
Contacts
Johannesburg, as are many large-scale studios like Sasani Studios,
Gauteng Film Commission
which facilitates local soapies and reality shows. As a result, the
Head Office: 56 Main Street, Johannesburg, 2108
province has vibrant local film and television production sectors.
Tel: +27 (0)11 833 0409
Local films to come from Gauteng include Vaya, Happiness is a Four
General Info: info@gautengfilm.org.za
Letter Word, and a new romcom currently in production,
Locations: priscillak@gautengfilm.org.za
Seriously Single.
Project Support: ktabane@gautengfilm.org.za
Gauteng is also sought for its varied and beautiful locations,
Web: www.gautengfilm.org.za
both natural and urban, upscale and township looks. These range from the industrial landscapes of Johannesburg, to gold mines,
National Film and Video Foundation
small towns, nature reserves and botanical gardens, monuments,
Head Office: 87 Central Street, Houghton, Johannesburg, 2198
historical buildings and the majestic Magaliesberg mountain range.
Tel: +27 (0)11 483 0880
Marvel’s Avengers: Age of Ultron was shot in downtown Joburg a few years ago. The Gauteng Film Commission assists local and
Email: info@nfvf.co.za Web: www.nfvf.co.za
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55%
80%
Gauteng’s contribution to SA’s film industry GDP is around 55%, according to a 2017 NFVF report.
An estimated 80% of production companies in SA are based in Gauteng.
Agricultural farmlands
Gritty streets, townships and alleys
Art Deco, Victorian and Edwardian architecture
Industrial landscapes
Gold mines
Modernist and urban looks
Green suburbs
Nature reserves
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FNB Soccer Stadium (Soccer City) Maboneng Precinct Magaliesberg Mountains Maropeng
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Sunshine Hours: 250 – 300hrs/month
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Rainfall in mm: 30 – 70mm/month
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Lanseria Airport for intercity connections
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Happiness Is A Four-Letter Word Tell Me Sweet Something Ayanda Necktie Youth Hear Me Move
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Kalushi Safe Bet Sink Taking Earth Cuckold Seriously Single
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KZN RISING: AN EVER- GROWING FILM HUB
K
waZulu-Natal has a rich filmic history dating back over a hundred
is a gentle transformation from palm trees, beach cafés, steel and glass
years. Its capital of Durban was the first city in South Africa to
cities, to rolling hills, meandering countryside and dramatic mountain passes.
erect a permanent building for the screening of motion pictures
The region presents miles of sandy beaches, rocky cliffs, blue water lagoons,
– the Electric Theatre in 1909. So it comes as no surprise that
and a myriad of rivers, lakes and imposing waterfalls – the most well-known
the region has a deep appreciation for the medium despite its small film sector. Films like Zulu and Zulu Dawn rank amongst the most successful international films made in Africa. Fastforward to the 21st century and Durban has played host to many
of these, Howick Falls, is the second highest waterfall in the world.
Contacts Durban Film Office
local and international film productions that have gone on to be either
Head Office: 11th Floor, Rennies House,
box-office hits or snapped up for the global festival circuit. Successful films
41 Margeret Mncadi Avenue, Durban, 4000
made in the city include, amongst many others, Izulu Lami, Otello Burning,
Tel: +27 (0)31 311 4243
Keeping up with the Kandasamys, White Wedding, the Spud series, More Than
Acting Film Coordinator / Permits Officer:
Just A Game and Deep End, the latter of which has been on the circuit in 26
Musa Ntuli bongumusa.ntuli@durban.gov.za
cinemas around SA.
Web: www.durbanfilmoffice.co.za
The Durban Film Office’s statistics over 15 years illustrate the steady growth of the industry. Its permit office works with an average of 150
KwaZulu-Natal Film Commission
productions per annum and issues in the region of 250 film permits
Head Office: 115 Musgrave Road, Berea, Durban, 4001
annually. Since 2003 the Durban Film Office has assisted over 3 000
Tel: +27 (0)31 325 0200
productions to film in eThekwini locations. This, in turn, has created
Email: info@kwazulunatalfilm.co.za
employment of over 30 000 crew days over the last 17 years. A key aspect
Web: www.kwazulunatalfilm.co.za
of the strategy is to promote a service culture in the c ity and increase these numbers over the next 5 years. Another is to create a film hub with
South Coast Tourism
high-calibre studio spaces, as well as upskilling locals to take their place in
Head Office: 16 Bisset Street, Port Shepstone, 4240
the industry – particularly with two regular soap operas based in KZN (Uzalo
Tel: +27 (0)39 682 7944
and Imbewu).
CEO: Justin Mackrory ceo@tourismsouthcoast.co.za
Durban’s colourful history is reflected in the profusion of Cape-Dutch,
GM Marketing and Events: Kay Robertson
Indian, Victorian, Edwardian, Tudor, French Provincial, Neo-Gothic styles and
marketing@tourismsouthcoast.co.za
Art Deco architecture, while KZN’s landscape from the coast to the country
Web: www.tourismsouthcoast.co.za
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Q&A ANTOINETTE MONTY, SENIOR MANAGER OF THE DURBAN FILM OFFICE
IN A NUTSHELL INDUSTRY IN NUMBERS
3 000
R16.4 million
Since 2003, the Durban Film Office has assisted over 3 000 productions to film in eThekwini locations.
Keeping Up With The Kandasamys made R16.4m, the highest grossing local film of 2017.
Has 2019/2020 been successful for KZN and Durban’s film industry?
Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, Durban was experience a steady growth in local and international productions in the city. The Durban Film Office had been evaluating our internal processes and policies to improve our services to the industry to accommodate this growth.
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How has Durban Film Office been innovating, particularly during the lockdown?
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The Durban Film Office has been working on an economic recovery plan to mitigate the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The plan includes developing industry guidelines for operation to enable production activity to continue in this new environment, as well as the development of a Production Hub Incentive Policy and Film Services Marketing Strategy. We plan to have this in operation by the end of 2020.
What three things do you see informing the future of film and TV for Durban?
Without a doubt, the pandemic has thrust the global industry into a new world of content production and delivery models. For the foreseeable future, we will need to focus on encouraging production activities that can be run in a controlled environment. Smaller, more coordinated production teams, remote handling of some work streams, increased use of technology, and, for local productions, a greater move towards made-for-TV content.
Durban Harbour Durban International Convention Centre Howick Falls iSimangaliso Wetland Park
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Moses Mabhida Stadium Suncoast Casino The Zulu Kingdom uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Mountains
PERMITS Film permits are required for the region and can be applied for online. The Durban Film Office and KZN Film Commission facilitate production in the region.
TYPE OF LOCATIONS AND LOOKS Art Deco and NeoGothic architecture
Indian architecture and looks
Battlefields, museums and old fortifications
Jungle and forest looks
Blue flag beaches
Lagoons, rivers, lakes, waterfalls
Cape Dutch and French Provincial architecture
National Parks and game reserves (wildlife)
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Sunshine Hours: 170 – 230hrs/month
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King Shaka International Airport
Rainfall in mm: 50 – 100mm/month
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Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport
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Imbewu Keeping Up With The Kandasamys
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CAPE TOWN AND THE WESTERN CAPE
NOWHERE BETTER TO FILM
T
here is no place more beautiful or diverse than Cape Town
Visit our dedicated COVID-19 Content Centre for the latest news,
and the Western Cape. From the pristine white beaches along
FAQs and business innovation at: www.supportbusiness.co.za or send your
the Cape West Coast, to the untouched plains of the Cape
queries to film@wesgro.co.za
Karoo - quaint cityscapes and informal settlements bursting
with colour and culture – the energy radiating from our many locations
Wesgro Film and Media Promotion Unit
is pulpable.
Wesgro, the government agency that promotes the economy of Cape
Boasting an abundance of scenes to suit any script, coupled with a world-class film offering, there simply is nowhere better to visit, do business and shoot your next production than Cape Town and the Western Cape. Join us in building a resilient destination. Agile, adaptable and at the
Town and the Western Cape, wants to help you uncover opportunities in the film and media sector. Utilizing its network of relationships with stakeholders along the film and media supply chain, the Wesgro Film and Media Promotion Unit help local and international film crews create world-class film, commercials,
forefront of technical innovation in Africa – our province prides itself as
animation and gaming productions in the Western Cape. Adopting a
being an industry leader in film best practice.
technical approach, the unit also promotes the film sector via local and
Accompanying the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic, were new habits
international virtual festivals and events.
& regulations based on reduced close-contact and tighter travel and hygiene restrictions. Adapting to the zeitgeist of the new low touch
The Unit provides the following services, many available
economy, our local film industry quickly implemented technical solutions,
via virtual consultations:
accompanied by clearly defined hygiene regulations as advised by global
• Assisting local and international film companies who want to produce
stakeholders such as the World Health Organisation, and our regional regulations to be implemented on set. Incorporating environmentally friendly best practices, coupled with high tech production solutions - we welcome you to our city and province, a truly inspiring destination to create.
content in the Western Cape. • Assisting local and international film companies seeking distribution and co-production opportunities. • Hosting B2B knowledge sharing sessions, exporter development programmes and masterclasses.
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• Co-ordinating annual inbound and outbound missions to build the local sector and to promote the Western Cape. • Offering guidance on policy and regulatory matters.
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• Communicating with and lobbying regional and national regulatory and professional bodies.
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• Mentoring projects. • Providing investment advice. • Marketing the City of Cape Town and the Western Cape as a preferred film and media production destination. Why film in Cape Town and the Western Cape? • Lowest annual operating costs when benchmarked against Toronto, New York, Madrid, Mexico, Paris, Hong Kong and London (fDi Benchmark, 2018) • World-class studio facilities • Fiber optic internet connection available in most parts of the city,
40%
25%
It is up to 40% cheaper to make films in the Western Cape than it is in Europe and the USA, and up to 20% cheaper than in Australia.
The Western Cape’s contribution to SA’s film industry GDP is around 25%, according to a 2017 NFVF report.
15 hours
The Cape has an average of 15 hours of daylight in summer, from 5:30am to 8pm.
195%
In 2014, film products exported from the Western Cape’s exports increased by 195%.
facilitating efficient virtual production • Competent, experienced and technically proficient crew and production professionals
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• Diverse landscapes, creating ‘a world in one set’ • Favourable climate and light
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• A menu of production incentives positioning South Africa and the Western Cape as a preferred destination for international production teams • Specialised services available, including set designers, set builders,
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stunts, special effects and costumes, among others
Artscape Theatre Atlantis dunes Bo-Kaap Cape Karoo and Klein Karoo Cape Overberg
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Cape Town City Centre Cape Town Stadium Cape West Coast Garden Route Winelands Robben Island
• English widely spoken, and time zone aligned with Europe • Excellent transport, banking and ICT infrastructure • Vast tourism and hospitality options, including accommodation, logistics companies and catering services, among others
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• Excellent post-production facilities • Lengthy daylight hours in summer (average of 15 hours: 5:30am to 20:00pm) • High standards of copyright protection. Boasting a breadth and depth of second to none locations supported by world-class industry service providers, there quite simply is nowhere better!
Blue flag beaches
Markets and alleys
Cape Dutch mansions and vineyards
Modern architecture and urban looks
Cottages and wildflowers
National parks and game reserves (wildlife)
Deserts and sand dunes
Rugged mountains
Contacts Wesgro Tel: +27 21 4878600
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Email: film@wesgro.co.za
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Web: www.wesgro.co.za/film #wesgrofilm
Sunshine Hours: 200 – 300hrs/month
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Cape Town International Airport
Rainfall in mm: 20 – 80mm/month
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George Airport for Garden Route connections
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Tomb Raider Dr Who Good Omens The Dark Tower
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country with a long and rich history in facilitating film productions, Kenya was the prime location for Bob Rafelson’s Mountains of the Moon (1989) and has since served as location for several Hollywood blockbusters,
including the sequel to Tomb Raider. In 2002, the Academy awardwinning German film Nowhere in Africa was shot on location in Baringo, Bogoria and Mount Kenya, while in 2005, the box office hit The Constant Gardener was shot on location in Loiyangalani, a small town located on the south-eastern coast of Lake Turkana. More often than not, however, Kenya has remained a great destination for wildlife productions. Many award-winning wildlife series have been shot on location in Kenya by BBC Natural History, Discovery, Survival and others. The Maasai Mara continues to be the backdrop for BBC’s popular Big Cat Diary. Kenya’s readily accessible wildlife, spectacular landscapes and traditional cultures, make it the perfect cinematic setting for a range of productions, including Out of Africa, the real-life murder mystery White Mischief, and, more recently, To Walk with the Lions, the biopic of famed conservationist George Adamson. The Kenya Film Commission can assist with permit and other
Nyali Beach, Mombassa, Kenya © Sylvia Szekely via Unsplash
production information, while companies like Blue Sky Africa provide valuable production services to internationals.
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Contacts
POPULAR FILMS SHOT IN KENYA
Kenya Film Commission Head Office: P.O. Box 76417-00508 Jumuia Place, Lenana Road, Nairobi, Kenya. Tel: +254 020 271 4073 / 4 Mobile: +254 729 407 497 / +254 733 650 068
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Inception Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life
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Out of Africa Paradise: Love The First Grader
Email: info@filmingkenya.com
TYPE OF LOCATIONS AND LOOKS PANAVISION EXTENDS ITS AFRICAN PRESENCE In 2019, Panavision announced a greater presence across East Africa through its partnership with Kenya Grip & Sparks Lighting Ltd in Nairobi. Now a larger variety of gear and equipment can be found in the region. Kenya’s film sector is growing rapidly and by reaching out to local producers and establishing partnerships like these, Panavision is illustrating that there are exciting professional opportunities available for filmmakers in Kenya. “The African film industry is a young, up-and-coming market. With more equipment available, productions can take advantage of the stunning scenery and magnificent locations that have not yet been shared with the world. Africa is the next big location for shoots,” James Barth, Regional Director of Panavision told Callsheet Africa.
Bustling city streets
Dormant volcanoes
Snow-capped mountains
Fishing villages
Beautiful beaches
PERMITS The Department of Film Services (DFS) of Kenya licenses all local and foreign crews undertaking filming in the country. In order to obtain a license, one copy of the script and a story synopsis must be sent to the Film Licensing officer. For documentaries the licenses are issued within minutes of application and for feature films and dramas within two days of application.
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MAGNIFICENT MAURITIUS Image by Boris Baldinger via Unsplash
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W
hen we think of idyllic beach escapes, Mauritius is second to none. It is a beautiful island paradise with
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Aventure Du Sucre Bagatelle Mall Of Mauritius Belle Mare Central Market Chamarel – 7 Coloured Earths
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Fort Adelaide Le Caudan Waterfront Salt Marshes Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanic Garden
incredible wildlife and turquoise oceans as far as the eye can see. But that’s not the only reason people are
visiting. Mauritius offers up some very attractive rebates of up to 40% for
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productions of all shapes and sizes. Although it has long been a favourite amongst Bollywood’s elite since the 70s (it is even known as mini-India), it was only two years ago that Hollywood set foot on the island with the production Serenity starring Matthew McConaughey and Anne Hathaway. Another reason why filmmakers are flocking to Mauritius is its convenience. Thanks to its tourism infrastructure, it is accessible from nearly anywhere in the world by air. Its climate during cooler months is also sought after thanks to the temperate conditions. More and more South African production service companies are
Bustling city streets
Luxury resorts
Volcanic and other rock formations
Colonial and modern architecture
Beautiful beaches and ocean life
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setting up offices in Mauritius, too – pointing towards a coming boom in the island’s film industry very soon. One such company is Two Oceans Production, which first shot on Mauritius in 2001. In 2014, after the introduction off the rebate scheme, TOP saw a natural progression towards setting up shop there, and building further connections with local cast, crew and suppliers.
Contacts Mauritius Film Development Corporation Director: Sachin Jootun / sjootun@mauritiusfilm.mu Head Office: M6 Hugh Otter Barry Street, Floreal, Republic of Mauritius Tel: +230 696 3137 / +230 698 6013 Email: mauritiusfilm@intnet.mu Web: www.mauritiusfilm.mu / www.filminmauritius.com
Sun hours in Nairobi: 250-280hrs/month
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Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport Sir Gaëtan Duval Airport
Rainfall in mm: 880mm to 1 550mm/year
PERMITS The Mauritius Film Development Corporation licenses all local and foreign crews undertaking filming in the country. Send your permit applications at least one month ahead of principal photography dates. All relevant documentation and applications forms are available on www.mauritiusfilm.mu.
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A FILMMAKER’S OASIS orocco is an exotic land in Northern Africa steeped in Berber, Arab and European cultural influences. It is blessed with a diversity of locations ranging from ancient souks (marketplaces) to modern luxury, from beautiful surfer-
friendly beaches to mighty desert landscapes. Morocco’s reputation as a safe and hospitable country makes it a popular location for filming North African and Middle Eastern looks. Films hosted here in its colourful filmic history include Game of Thrones, Aladdin, American Sniper, Black Hawk Down, Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia, Kundun, The Bourne Ultimatum, and Babel to name but a few. Morocco is a hugely popular international filming location and one of the top spots in the world for desert settings. Nearly 40 foreign productions shot in Morocco in 2014 spending a collective USD120 million – more than the previous five years combined. Morocco offers a VAT exemption for goods and services bought by foreign production companies, and the local crew are experienced and well-versed in bigbudget productions. Tom Cruise’s Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation was a high-profile production that closed part of the bustling Casablanca-Agadir highway for key action sequences involving car and motorcycle chases. Morocco also
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stood in for Afghanistan in Todd Phillips’s War Dogs. The BBC has been a regular visitor with productions like family adventure Atlantis and biblical drama The Ark. Political miniseries
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The Honourable Woman decided on a Morocco shoot when Jordan became a security risk during their specific shoot window. American
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shows have included Tut, set during the short reign of the Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamun.
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Morocco faces international competition from places like Malta, Croatia
Morocco has co-production treaties with 16 countries, 6 of which are in Africa
and the United Arab Emirates, but is already an established favourite. “Wherever one shoots, the important thing is to find good local creative and technical talent, and an honest and fair service company. Morocco has
1 372
Total production permits issued in 2016 – comprising 713 foreign permits and 641 local permits.
all that and more.” says Jules Hussey, Producer on The Ark.
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Contacts Moroccan National Tourist Office Tel: +212 (0)53 727 8300 Web: www.tourisme.gov.ma / www.visitmorocco.com Moroccan Centre for Cinematography Head Office: Avenue El Majd, BP 421, Rabat Tel: +212 (0)53 728 9200 Email: contact@ccm.ma Web: www.ccm.ma
Middle Eastern/Arab
Ancient villages
Mountain ranges and gorges
Arid, Desert landscapes
Narrow streets and vibrant markets
Coastal towns
Whitewashed and blue buildings
Roman ruins
Rivers and lakes
FOREIGN PRODUCTIONS SHOT IN MOROCCO
PERMITS Films shoots require permits obtained through the Moroccan Cinematographic Centre. Crew travelling from Western countries can enter visa-free for up to 90 days. Morocco offers a 20% cash rebate to productions running for 18 working days and spending at least US$1 million.
Agricultural (olive, citrus, vineyards, wheat)
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The Night Manager Vikings Homeland Aladdin
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Aquaman Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation Game of Thrones
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NAMIBIA: DRAMATIC BACKDROPS
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amibia is Africa’s best kept cinematic secret. Known for being the country of wide-open spaces, boasting a varied geographical landscape and the most sought-after Namib
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Desert, are reason enough to visit. But it is also an ideal
filming location. Blockbusters such as The Mummy, the latest instalment of Transformers and even Academy Award-winning Mad Max: Fury Road are
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prime examples. Namibia is home to the world’s highest sand dunes, the largest single piece of meteor on earth weighing 66 tonnes, the world’s oldest desert and the world’s second largest canyon. Namibia is also the fifth largest country in Africa – larger than Spain
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Namibia has over 17 national reserves and game parks.
and Germany combined. In 2011, Ron Fricke and Mark Magidson released
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Namibia is home to 5243+ species of plants, birds and mammal species and is great for shooting wildlife.
their 5-years-in-the-making collaborative project Samsara – a visually breath-taking documentary. Other films that form part of Namibia’s rich
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film history include Flight of the Phoenix and The Prisoner. Naturally, one of the key locations are Namibia’s dunes and desert – doubling for the likes
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of Afghanistan, Iraq or Iran. Stunningly desolate looking, but conveniently situated just 30 minutes from impressive hotels and lodgings, shooting here is a breeze. The dunes are just the tip of the proverbial iceberg of
Kalahari Sandveld Kavango and Caprivi Kolmannskoppe Namib Desert
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Namib Escarpment Okavango and the Zambezi River Sossusvlei
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locations, says Guy Nockels, Executive Producer at Namib Films. “There’s so much more, from the Fish Canyon in the south to the flood plains of the
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Zambezi region in the north. Plus the clay pans of Deadvlei and Sossusvlei attract commercials, music videos and small sections of feature films.” There are also plenty of private game reserves offering amazing scenery and wildlife shoot opportunities up close for filmmakers, he adds.
Contacts Namibia Film Commission Postal Address: P.O. Box 40715, Ausspannplatz, Windhoek
Coastal plains and riverbeds
Remote cultural villages
National Parks (for wildlife)
Rocky escarpments and formations
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Tel: +264 (0)61 381 900 Sun hours in Windhoek: 280-300hrs/month
Email: info@nfc.na Web: www.nfc.na
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Rainfall in mm: 20-50mm/month
Windhoek Hosea Kutako International Airport Commercial airports (inter-city connections)
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Divas Hit the Road Mad Max: Fury Road The Mummy (2017)
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The Prisoner Transformers: The Last Knight Flight of the Phoenix
PERMITS All productions should contact the Namibian Film Commission at least three weeks before arrival and apply for film permits. All foreign crew members working in country must have a valid temporary work permit.
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N
ollywood – the film industry in Nigeria – is in fact the second largest movie industry globally. In terms of output the country produces around 2 500 films annually, far surpassing Hollywood and second only to India’s Bollywood.
Most films and television series are in Yoruba, Hausa, Igbo and English,
the most widely spoken languages in Nigeria. The cultural balance and diversity of Nigeria make Nollywood different from the other movie industries across the world. But beyond this, although perhaps rough around the edges when it comes to global standards, Nigeria has a welldeveloped film economy that creates regular income for many. The industry currently employs over 1 million people, making it one of Nigeria’s largest employers after agriculture. Its capacity to employ a large number of people has been applauded by the World Bank, acknowledging the job creation
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potential of Nollywood. Nigeria’s box office is also vibrant, raking in N4.3 billion in 2017, and forecast to grow to an estimated N6.4 billion by 2022. Out of this industry has grown one of Africa’s most well-known television networks, EbonyLife,
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with personality and CEO Mo Abudu at the helm. Not only has this company led the way in female-run entertainment on the continent, but it has also broken through to the international stage with films like Fifty. In 2019, Abudu confirmed a collaborative production underway with Sony Pictures, which will bring an original African TV series to life in coming years.
Contacts Nigerian Film Corporation Office: 218T, Liberty Dam Road, P.O.Box 693, Jos, Plateau State Tel: +234 (0) 809 514 0664 Email: contact@nigerianfilms.gov.ng
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Nollywood is the 2nd largest film producer in the world.
$70 000
The average cost of producing a local film.
1926
The year the first feature film, Palaver, was made in Nigeria
₦239 billion
The arts, entertainment and recreation sector’s contribution to GDP
30 days
Average time it takes to produce a film in Nollywood
40
Netflix has acquired the rights to 40 Nigerian films as of March 2020.
Web: www.nigerianfilms.gov.ng
TYPE OF LOCATIONS AND LOOKS Beaches in the south
High-rise buildings
Business districts
National parks and game reserves
Deserts and savannahs
Rugged plateaus
Floating shanty town
Tropical rainforests
Image by Temitayo Aina via Unsplash
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PERMITS All foreign crew require temporary work permits. Applications usually take about 10 days to approve. Film crews should also be accredited through the Nigerian Film Corporation and all shoots require a designated liaison officer. Requests must be submitted 28 days before scheduled shoot dates.
Sun hours in Lagos: 150 – 250hrs/month
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Murtala Muhammed International Airport
Rainfall in mm: 1 – 350mm/month
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10 international airports
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BLM Productions Bruce Thackwell and Associates Talking Film Production
+27 83 232 1758 +27 82 800 9569
pipasforjaz@gmail.com www.mahlafilmes.com mcmahon@icon.co.za info@lemonreel.com www.lemonreel.com brad@blmsa.co.za scouts@yebo.co.za
Guy Nockels
Grand Holidays Ethiopia Travel and Tours Magic Touch Films
+251 116 183 163 +251 911 428 006 +264 64 463 371
Helen Atty
Two Seas TV
Image Mundi
Image Mundi
+27 21 801 0986 +27 82 728 9818 +27 72 630 1105
James H.E. Cutting
Cutting Loose Productions
+44 791 435 2249 +212 699 394 860
Janice Beatty Jason Merle Jean-Marie Sabin
African Environments Banana Boys Wild Side Productions
+255 784 506 600 +27 73 747 9311 +254 722 324 176
Jo Higgs Karen Brooks Karim El Amri
Freelance Freelance Moraction
+27 21 462 3213 +27 83 259 6324 +212 661 588 459
Katherine Leach-Lewis
Up a Gum Tree Productions
+27 83 296 3900
Khalil Lougmani
Magic Pictures
+212 37 296 786
Mahacine Mokdad
Freelance
+212 679 286 797
Margie McMahon
Freelance
082 557 6321
Mario Zvan
Blue Sky Films
+254 722 336 840
Mickey Fonseca
Mahla Filmes
+258 827 116 080
Mimi Abe Blay Asmah
BlasTours
Morgeez Production
Morgeez Production
+233 302 404 460 +233 208 232 463 +27 733 717 802
Morten Nielsen
Freelance
+27 723 764 405
Neil Bowden Peter Currey
Freelance Freelance
+27 846 745 674 +27 828 929 997
Peter P Gudo
Nigma Pictures Entertainment
+258 20 031 409 +258 845 448 348
Reda Fakhar
Fixers in Morocco
Richard Moerdyk
FIXERFILM
+212 537 263 346 +212 610 467 009 +27 833 019 032
Rick Matthews
Big Banana Films
+27 824 436 307
Sajid Darr
Viewfinders Kenya Ltd
+254 717 305 750
Susan Puren Tania Jenkins Tamer Abbas Vanessa Yelseth
Freelance AfriScreen Films Egypt Productions LLC Time Frame
Yvette Oosthuizen
Freelance
+27 824 166 193 +27 217 885 777 +20 224 153 830 +27 117 821 152 +27 836 803 441 +27 828 290 896
Derrick Kibisi
Desale Mitiku
+256 790 912 494 +256 755 902 991
info@talkingfilmproducion.com dkibisi@talkingfilmproduction.com www.talkingfilmproduction.com desale@grandholidaysethiopia.com www.grandholidaysethiopia.com info@magictouchfilms.com www.magictouchfilms.com helen@twoseas.cc alec@imagemundi.com www.imagemundi.com cuttinglooseproductions@gmail.com cuttingadash@gmail.com www.cuttinglooseproductions.com janiceb@africanenvironments.com bananaboyz@mweb.co.za contact@wildside-productions.com onsafariafrica@gmail.com www.wildside-productions.com info@gotrolley.com karenvbrooks@gmail.com karim@moraction.com info@moraction.com www.moraction.com katherine@upagumtree.co.za www.upagumtree.co.za info@magicpictures-morocco.com www.magicpictures-morocco.com mahacinemokdad@gmail.com www.mahacinemokdad.me mcmahon@icon.co.za www.margiemcmahon.co.za mario@blueskyafrica.com www.blueskyafrica.com friedmozkitos@gmail.com www.mahlafilmes.com info@blastours.com www.blastours.com production@morgeez.com www.morgeez.com locations4africa@gmail.com www.locations4africa.com neil1@telkomsa.net peter@sitewise.co.za www.locationssa.co.za info@nigmamz.com www.nigmamz.com www.nigmapictures.info info@fixer-morocco.com www.fixer-morocco.com richard@fixerfilm.com www.fixerfilm.com rick@bigbanana.co.za www.bigbanana.co.za info@viewfindersltd.com www.viewfindersltd.com susan.puren@gmail.com production@afriscreen.com info@egyptproductions.com vanessa@timeframetv.com yvette@wildblue.co.za
Africa Africa and abroad Western Cape South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia Uganda, Rwanda, East and Central Africa Ethiopia Namibia, Mozambique and Southern Africa Western Cape Africa Morocco
Tanzania Mauritius, KwaZulu-Natal Kenya, East and Central Africa
Western Cape Gauteng Morocco
Western Cape Morocco Morocco Africa Kenya, East and Central Africa Mozambique Ghana Gauteng Western Cape
Extensive experience in Northern Cape Mozambique
Morocco Western Cape Gauteng Kenya, East Africa Gauteng Western Cape Egypt Gauteng Western Cape
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African Photo Productions
+27 83 338 7800
joe@africanphoto.co.za
www.africanphoto.co.za
41
Amazing Spaces
+27 21 761 3445
shoot@amazingspaces.co.za
www.amazingspaces.co.za
28
Atlantic Studios
+27 21 201 3960
info@atlanticstudios.co.za
www.atlanticstudios.co.za
48
Atlas Studios
+27 11 482 7111
info@atlasstudios.co.za
www.atlasstudios.co.za
49
Blue Sky Films
+254 72 233 6840
info@blueskyafrica.com
www.blueskyafrica.com
58
Can-Can Films
+27 83 227 3041
di@can-canfilms.co.za
www.can-canfilms.co.za
59
Cape Direct
+27 82 550 6911
production@capedirect.com
www.capedirect.com
79
CC&A Insurance Brokers
+27 31 716 6000
gillianl@ccainsurance.co.za
www.ccainsurance.co.za
11
Cellular Dynamics
+27 21 447 0641
info@cellulardynamics.tv
www.cellulardynamics.tv
52
City of Cape Town F/LM Cape Town
+27 21 417 4035
info@filmcapetown.com
filmcapetown.com
05
CTICC
+27 21 421 3070
info@cticc.co.za
www.cticc.co.za
14-15
Durban Film Office
+27 31 311 4243
filmdurban@durban.gov.za
www.durbanfilmoffice.com
16-17
Film Finances
+27 11 513 3563
jane@filmfinances.co.za
www.filmfinances.com
51
Flash Photo
+27 21 418 0618
info@flashphoto.co.za
www.flashphoto.co.za
49
Folio Translation Consultants
+27 21 426 2727
projects@foliotranslations.com
www.folio-online.co.za
09
Gauteng Film Commission
+27 11 833 0409
info@gautengfilm.org.za
www.gautengfilm.org.za
69
Ginger Pictures
+27 11 431 0240
julie@gingerpictures.tv
www.gingerpictures.tv
60
Happy Cat Films
+27 21 422 2795
rachel@happycatfilms.co.za
www.happycatfilms.co.za
61
Hot Source
+27 21 447 8857
gen@hotsource.tv
www.hotsource.tv
79
Kayos Casting Directors
+27 21 462 6353
monique@kayos.co.za
www.kayos.co.za
35
KwaZulu-Natal Film Commission
+27 31 325 0200
marketing@kwazulunatalfilm.co.za
www.kznfilm.co.za
IFC-01
Location Gallery
+27 21 418 1714
info@locationgallery.co.za
www.locationgallery.co.za
29
Mindshare World | Rolex
+27 21 815 6700
Nada.Carlisle@mindshareworld.com
www.mindshareworld.com
OBC
Mountain Marina
+27 21 421 3070
info@mountainmarina.co.za
www.mountainmarina.co.za
30
Panalux Island Studios
+27 21 529 4200
info@islandstudios.co.za
info@islandstudios.net
49
Panavision
021 529 4200
nicholas.doble@panavision.za.com
www.panavision.com
02
Panalux
+27 21 529 4200
michele.starnaud@panalux.co.za
www.panalux.biz
02, 49
Pro Events
+27 21 425 2170
reception@proevents-sa.co.za
www.proevents-sa.co.za
79
Royale International
+27 86 176 1253
customerservices@royaleafrica.com
www.royaleafrica.com
07
The Refinery
+27 21 469 2820
capetown@refinery.co.za
www.refinery.co.za
45
Trilogy Creative Studios
+27 21 685 9372
info@thetrilogy.co.za
www.thetrilogy.co.za
62
Tsogo Sun
+27 82 347 5851
moira.sinclair@tsogosun.com
www.tsogosun.com
IBC
Wesgro Film & Media Promotion
+27 21 487 4844
film@wesgro.co.za
www.wesgro.co.za/film
06, 18-27, 72-73
WrapZERO
+27 64 686 2434
info@wrapzero.co.za
www.wrapzero.co.za
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CREDITS Lance Gibbons Kathy English Brower ED ITOR Kim Crowie HE AD OF DE SIG N Liam Abrahams PRODUC TI ON & D IG ITAL Cindy Jarvis PUBLIS HER
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The Filmmaker's Guide to Africa (fmg) is an annual African film industry marketing publication targeted at an international audience, as well as to the desks of decision makers through Southern Africa. As a marketing resource and information guide, it makes a strong financial and strategic case for shooting in Africa by detailing incentives, rebates and subsidies, exploring regional features, locations, and logistics and creating a thorough overview of the infrastructure and experience that Africa has to offer. fmg is Africa’s premier marketing tool for film on the continent.
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