Eritrea
Locations. 1930's Art Deco architecture built during to occupation of Mussolini's Italy. Railways and steam train. Unspoilt Dahlak Islands coral reef. Dankalia desert. Agricultural crops, beaches, mountains, plains, river valleys.
Asmara 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? Climate depends on the altitude and proximity to coast. Asmara is temperate all year around. In the highlands summer peaks in May and winter between December and February where it can get to freezing during nights. On the coast summers are very hot peaking between June to September. December and February is the rainy season. The western lowlands climate is comparable to that of the coast.
For monthly weather statistics please see:http://www.gaisma.com/en/dir/er-country.html
Please contact us for more specific weather and sun path information.
Costs. Locations, local talent and support crew are inexpensive but 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.
Eritrea offers mainly North African looking talent. All other talent needs to be brought in from abroad.
Eritrea has no local pool of directors, directors of photography and stills photographers. Its close proximity to Dubai and major European production centres allows easy access to those pools of creative talent should you ever need to look further.
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 and Premiums. No hidden extras. No fixed premiums apply. We package deals for local crew / talent.
Equipment. Only the most basic equipment is available locally. You will need to bring in most standard 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 feature films shooting in Eritrea.
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 Eritrean embassy or representative for more information.
Transportation Infrastructure is quite basic. Most roads are unsealed and damaged. Several international airlines service flights to Eritrea.
Accommodation. See here for hotel options in Asmara:
http://www.asmera.nl/asmara-hotels.htm
Please contact us for corporate rates.
For longer stays we can also organize serviced apartments.
Communication. Web posted casting and scouting. Some websites are censored.
Safety. Eritrea is at present a very dangerous place for foreigners to visit. If you must shoot in Eritrea appropriate personal security measures are recommended.
If you are looking for a film or photographic production service company, line producer or fixer in Eritrea, please contact us.
We are able to provide you with answers, references and bids quickly.
