Suriname
Film Locations. The northern, lowland coastal area of Suriname is cultivated, and most of the population lives there. The southern part consists of tropical rainforest and sparsely inhabited savanna. Suriname also offers rivers, beaches, rice fields, palm gardens, national parks, Dutch colonial architecture, and plenty of floral and faunal biodiversity.
Permits. Most locations are possible given time, money and the right approach.
When to shoot? Suriname has a tropical climate with long sunlight hours
all year around marked by year long high temperatures, humidity and rainfall. There are two wet seasons - April to July and December to January. The dry seasons are from February to April and August to November.
For monthly weather statistics please see here.
Please contact us for more specific weather and sun path information.
Costs. The favorable exchange
rate means that your currency goes far in Suriname. 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. Day rates are very reasonable and negotiated on a personal basis.
Casting facilities are rather undeveloped in Suriname so street casting is often required.
Suriname has a diverse, multicultural society that is composed chiefly of Afro-Caribbean looks. Suriname's close
proximity to Miami allows us to access that significant talent pool
should you ever need to look further.
Creative talent. Suriname has no pool of local 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 and Premiums. No hidden extras. No fixed premiums apply. We package deals for local crew / talent.
Equipment needs to be brought in from abroad. Basic equipment can be brought in from Venezuela. More specialized equipment can be brought in from Miami.
Art department and set construction are very limited in Suriname.
Studios and backlots. None exist at present.
Tax Incentives. There are no tax incentives for feature films or commercials in Suriname.
Film Stock. No film stock available locally. Best to bring in from Miami.
Post Production. No post production facilities exist at present. Rushes go to Miami.
Visas and Work Permits. Only certain countries need visas and there is no need for work permits. Contact your local Suriname embassy / representative for more information.
Transportation. The road
system is quite undeveloped. The capital Paramaribo is serviced internationally by the following airlines: Surinam Airways, KLM, Air France and Caribbean Airlines.
Accommodation. Recommended hotels in Paramaribo include:
Courtyard by Marriott
Please contact us for corporate rates.
For longer stays we can also organize serviced apartments.
Communication. Web posted casting, scouting and videoconferencing.
Safety. Suriname is a safe centre
for filming.
Projects. For an example of TV commercials, online advertising, corporate videos, stills campaigns, feature films, TV series and documentaries shot in Suriname, please see below:
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 Suriname, please contact us.
We are able to provide you with answers, references and bids quickly.
