Angola
Locations. Coastal looks, rivers, forests, mountains, savannah, desert, wildlife parks. Most looks available in Angola can be found in safer, more established African production centres such as South Africa.
Luanda is the capital city and most likely place to base your production.
Permits. Most locations are possible given time, money and the right approach.
When to shoot? Luanda's climate is moderately tropical. The dry, cooler season is from June to late September, while the rainy, hot summer season extends from October to May. The north has a wet, hot, tropical climate, becoming dryer as it extends to the desert in the south.
For monthly weather statistics please see: http://www.gaisma.com/en/dir/ao-country.html
Please contact us for more specific weather and sun path information.
Costs. Most local costs such as locations, local crew and talent are inexpensive. Since little to no filming infrastructure exists all key crew and equipment must be brought in from abroad.
Talent is non-union and buyouts are negotiable.
Angola offers mainly African looking talent and a very small Portuguese expat community. All other talent needs to be brought in from abroad.
Angola has no local pool of directors, directors of photography and stills photographers.
Please contact us for recommended directors, DoP's and photographers for your project.
Crews are non-union. Key crew should be brought in from abroad.
Fringes. No hidden extras.
Premiums. No fixed rules. We package deals for local crew / talent.
Equipment. You will need to bring in all equipment from abroad.
Art department and set construction is very basic.
Studios and backlots. None exist at present.
Tax Incentives. At present there are no tax incentives for foreign
commercials or films shooting in Angola.
Film Stock. Must bring from abroad.
Post Production. No labs exist locally. Post abroad.
Visas and Work Permits. Entry is subject to regulations from country of origin. Contact your local Angolan embassy or representative for more information.
Transportation Infrastructure is quite basic. Most roads are unsealed and damaged. Some international airlines service Angola.
Accommodation. See here for options in Luanda:
Alvalade Hotel - http://www.southtravels.com/africa/angola/hotelalvalade/
Le Presidente Luanda - http://www.hotelpresidente.com/details.php?hid=28
Please contact us for corporate rates.
For longer stays we can also organize serviced apartments.
Communication. Web posted casting and scouting.
Safety. Angola is at present a dangerous place for foreigners to visit. There is a high risk of civil unrest and criminal violence. Land mines are a risk throughout Angola outside major cities. If you must shoot in Angola appropriate personal security measures are recommended.
If you are looking for a film or photographic production service company, line producer or fixer in Angola, please contact us.
We are able to provide you with answers, references and bids quickly.
