Sudan
Film Locations. The terrain is generally flat plains, broken by several mountain ranges. The Blue and White Niles meet in Khartoum to form the River Nile. Lake Nubia on the Sudanese-Egyptian border. In the north there is the very dry Nubian Desert. In the south there are swamps and rainforest. The dry regions are plagued by sandstorms which can completely block out the sun. Crops grow next to the river Nile. Red Sea coral reefs. Hydro electric dams. Ancient and Medieval Nubian archaeological sites - Meroe, Jebel Barkal, Temple of Amun.
Khartoum is the capital city and most likely place to base your production.
Permits. Most locations are possible given time, money and the right approach.
To see procedures for journalists visiting Sudan please click here.
When to shoot? Sudan has a tropical climate. Sudan has hot, rainy summers and warm, dry winters. There is more rain in the south and less in the north. Sudan’s rainy season lasts for about three months (July to September).
For monthly weather statistics please see here.
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.
Sudan has many unique tribal cultures. Sudan predominantly consists of black, Arab and Beja looks. All other talent needs to be brought in from abroad.
Sudan has no local pool of directors, directors of photography and stills photographers. Its close proximity to Dubai allows easy access to that pool 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. 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 Sudan.
Film Stock. Must bring from abroad.
Post Production. No labs exist locally. Must post abroad.
Visas and Work Permits. Entry is subject to regulations from country of origin. Contact your local Sudanese embassy or representative for more information.
Transportation Infrastructure is quite basic. Most roads are unsealed and damaged. Several international airlines service flights to Sudan.
Accommodation. Recommended options in Khartoum include:
Al Salam Rotana
Burj Al-Fateh Hotel
Khartoum Regency Hotel
Communication. Web posted casting, scouting and videoconferencing.
Safety. Much of Sudan is at present a very dangerous place for foreigners to visit. Southern Sudan is safer. If you must shoot in Sudan appropriate personal security measures are recommended.
Projects. Our production service companies, line producers and fixers have serviced TV commercials, online advertising, corporate videos, stills campaigns, feature films, TV series and documentaries for:
AXA Belgium, BBC UK, Canon Singapore, Coca Cola Indonesia, Concord Canada, Dove Malaysia, Deutche Bank Germany, Dressman Sweden, Evian France, HBO USA, Heineken Ireland, Hyundai Korea, Intercontinental Hotels Global, ITC India, Kirin Japan, Kraft USA, Landrover UK, LG Korea, Meunil China, McDonalds Australia, MUFG Japan, Nikon Hong Kong, Nokia China, Orange Moblie Slovakia, Philips Netherlands, Proctor & Gamble USA, Chery Riich China, Rimowa Germany, Samsung Korea, Sinoland Hong Kong, Skipper Italy, Smirnoff USA, Sony United Arab Emirates, Stella Russia, Telefonica Spain, Vidal Sassoon China, Virgin Media UK, and much more.
If you are looking for a film or photographic production service company, line producer or fixer in Sudan, please contact us.
We are able to provide you with answers, references and bids quickly.
