Bahamas
Locations. The Bahamas are an archipelago consisting of 700 islands. All the islands are low lying and flat. White sand beaches and turquoise waters. Althura pink sand beach. English colonial looks. Historic buildings and forts. Colourful Caribbean architecture. Atlantis Hotel. Nassau Harbour. Cruise ships. The Bahamas are also famous for their coral reefs and underwater photography production support.
For 360 degree location views please visit: http://www.bahamasfilm.com/virtualtour.htm
Permits. Permitting in the Bahamas is a very straightforward process requiring usually no more than one week for permits. For more information on permitting procedures please visit: http://www.bahamasfilm.com/Resources/procedures.htm
When to shoot? The Bahamas have beautiful weather all year round. Hurricane season is from May to November.
For monthly weather statistics please see: http://www.gaisma.com/en/dir/bs-country.html
Please contact us for more specific weather and sun path information.
Costs. Since little to no filming infrastructure exists all key crew and equipment must be brought in from abroad. Post needs to be done abroad. Miami is the closest major production centre and is only a short 1 hour flight away.
Talent is non-union and buyouts are negotiable. The Bahamas offers mainly Afro Caribbean and some Caucasian talent. All other talent looks need to be brought in from abroad. Miami offers a deep multicultural pool of talent.
The Bahamas have no local pool of directors, directors of photography and stills photographers. It's close proximity to Miami and other major US production centres allows easy access to those pools of creative talent.
Please contact us for recommended directors, DoP's and photographers for your project.
Crews are non-union. The Bahamas have world class underwater photography support. Key crew usually need to be brought in. Miami is the closest major production centre should you need to look further.
Fringes. No hidden extras.
Premiums. No fixed premiums apply. We package deals for local crew / talent.
Equipment. Some basic grip and lighting equipment available locally. All other equipment needs to be brought in from abroad.
Art department and set construction is basic. Not the best place for major builds. Miami has some very good art department support. Some examples of projects shot in the Bahamas include Cocoon, Pirates of the Caribbean, and the James Bond films - Moonraker, The Spy Who Loved Me.
Studios and backlots. None exist at present.
Tax Incentives. At present there are no tax incentives for foreign
commercials or films shooting in the Bahamas.
Film Stock. None available locally. Miami is the closest major production centre.
Post Production. There are no post production facilities in the Bahamas. Miami is the closest major production centre.
Visas and Work Permits. Entry is subject to regulations from country of origin. Contact your local Bahamas embassy or representative for more information.
Transportation Infrastructure. Main roads are up to international standards. Several international airlines service flights to the Bahamas.
Accommodation. Best options include:
Musha Cay Resort - http://www.mushacay.com/
February Point Resort - http://www.februarypoint.com/
One & Only Ocean Club - http://www.oneandonlyresorts.com/flash.html
Please contact us for corporate rates.
For longer stays we can also organize serviced apartments.
Communication. Web posted casting and scouting.
Safety. The Bahamas are a very safe and reliable place for foreign productions to visit.
If you are looking for a film or photographic production service company, line producer or fixer in Bahamas, please contact us.
We are able to provide you with answers, references and bids quickly.
