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For our Cannes Film Festival edition, makers turns the spotlight on the production forces shaping today’s global screen industry:
South Africa, Spain, Portugal, Italy, the Dominican Republic and Ireland.

This special edition explores:

- South Africa’s globally respected crews and diverse locations, in collaboration with KZN Tourism & Film - Film in KZN (KZN Tourism & Film) and Durban FilmMart SA

- Spain’s expanding studio infrastructure alongside Spain Film Commission

- Portugal’s rising creative talent supported by Portugal Film Commission;

- Italy’s blend of heritage and innovation championed by Film Commission Torino Piemonte and Italy for Movies

- The Dominican Republic’s growing incentives led by Dirección General de Cine (DGCINE)

- And Ireland’s internationally connected studios backed by Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland

Through exclusive interviews, sharp analysis and on-the-ground reporting, makers delivers trusted insight from the leaders and companies influencing how and where the world produces. It’s a curated platform designed to connect your brand with decision-makers, collaborators and new markets.

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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/

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/

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/