The Location Guide

15/05/2025

Meet the Makers at Cannes 2025 🎬

First day of Cannes Film Festival and we connected with industry leaders like Riham Elghazaly (Egypt), Zaid Shaker (AlUla), and Ronan Wong & Debbie Lam (Hong Kong)

Plus we joined panels on Egypt’s filming scene and AI in production with Toni Thai Sterrett & Sten Kristian Suluveer.

For exclusive insights and to keep building valuable industry connections.

Pick up your copy of makers #15 at the Members Club, La Plage Du Festival — your gateway to the global production community.

31/10/2024

Gladiator 2 is coming soon!

Paul Mescal steps into the role of Lucius, son of Maximus, in Ridley Scott’s much-anticipated return to this iconic story.

Joined by a powerhouse cast, Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal, and Joseph Quinn this sequel brings fresh intensity and drama.

Filmed across Morocco, Malta, and the UK, with Malta’s Fort Ricasoli transformed into the Colosseum, Gladiator 2 also highlights Malta’s growing film industry. With a soundtrack by Harry Gregson-Williams, this is set to be a standout cinematic event.

Curious for more? Read all here

https://www.thelocationguide.com/2024/10/paul-mescal-armours-up-for-gladiator-2/

21/10/2024

After 11 days of screenings, networking, and insightful discussions, the BFI London Film Festival has officially announced its 2024 award winners.

Highlights include Memoir of a Snail by Oscar-winner Adam Elliot and Vibrations from Gaza, both showcasing the power of storytelling to inspire and connect industries.

Want to learn more about the standout films and the innovative talent behind them? Read the full story. 👇

https://www.thelocationguide.com/2024/10/bfi-lff-announces-winners-for-2024-edition/

15/10/2024

Exciting news from The Production Guild of Great Britain!

The new Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Committee is here to enhance diversity in the UK’s feature film and HETV industries (ScreenSkills).

Led by Valeria Bullo, the committee includes industry leaders like Benjamin Greencare, Georgette Turner, and Laura Burrows. They aim to create an industry where everyone feels valued and represented.

Want to learn more?

Click the link to read the full article https://www.thelocationguide.com/2024/10/pggb-announces-members-of-new-edi-committee/

14/10/2024

This year’s Ciclope Festival honored the best in production, animation, sound design, and more, featuring winners like Apple and A$AP Rocky.

The creative industry came together in Berlin for inspiring talks and groundbreaking work.

Curious to learn more?

Read here: https://www.thelocationguide.com/2024/10/ciclope-2024-announces-winners/

ALL winners announced here: https://www.ciclopefestival.com/behind-the-craft/newsflash-2024-festival-winners-announced/

The winners of CICLOPE Festival 2024 have been announced. The biggest CICLOPE Festival to date saw attendees gather in Berlin to celebrate the power of craft in a three-day festival, culminating in the Awards Show.

09/10/2024

We’re thrilled to continue our partnership with the BFI London Film Festival for the 7th year!

Together with industry leaders like Screen UK, we’re creating valuable networking opportunities for delegates and filmmakers.

Looking ahead, will be held on December 10-11 at London’s Business Design Centre.

Connect with global industry leaders, content makers, and production services from 100+ countries!

🎟️ Apply for your Complimentary Delegate Badge at https://bit.ly/FOCUS2024_RegisterNow

🔗 Explore the full BFI London Film Festival programme and learn more about our partnership here: https://focus.london/newfront/news/focus-partners-with-bfi-london-film-festival-industry-programme

08/10/2024

Exciting news! The adaptation of August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson premieres at the BFI London Film Festival on October 12.

Directed by Malcolm Washington and produced by Denzel Washington, this family affair tells the powerful story of the Charles family and their heirloom piano in 1936 Pittsburgh.

Don’t miss it when it streams on Netflix on November 22, 2024!

Read more here! 👇

https://www.thelocationguide.com/2024/10/august-wilsons-the-piano-lesson-screen-adaptation-set-for-lff-premiere/

07/10/2024

The Hot House 2024 Writers Labs Winners Announced!

Six writers have been chosen to develop their climate-focused screenplays, backed by Climate Spring , Film London and BBC Writers.

Each winner will receive £1,000 and industry support, with their projects showcased for production deals.

These new narratives bring fresh, inspiring takes on climate stories in film and TV.

Curious to learn more?

👉 https://www.thelocationguide.com/2024/10/the-hot-house-2024-writers-lab-announces-winners/

02/10/2024

Major Tax Boost for Irish Film & TV! 🎬

Big news from Budget 2025: Screen Ireland just announced an 8% boost to Ireland’s film and TV tax incentive, making it even more competitive globally.

This could unlock huge opportunities for local talent and productions, with additional support for unscripted projects.

What does this mean for Ireland’s growing creative industry?

Discover more here: https://www.thelocationguide.com/2024/10/fis-eireann-screen-ireland-welcomes-8-boost-to-film-and-television-tax-incentive/

30/09/2024

Exciting News from Thailand’s Film Industry!

We're thrilled to announce the launch of Figment Studios, with 200 million Baht (over USD 6 million) in investments from The Studio Park Thailand, StageFor, and Supreme Studio.

This cutting-edge facility will position Thailand as a premier destination for film projects.

Khemmanut Sermphongworakul, General Manager of StageFor, stated, “We aim to transform Figment Studio into a hub for creativity and innovation.”

👉 Learn more about this development: Click here to read the full article!

https://www.thelocationguide.com/2024/09/thailands-new-figment-studios-receives-over-200-million-baht-investment/