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Filming in Czechia
Easy Travel
Czechia is directly accessible from many major cities in the world by air. The Václav Havel International airport in Prague provides quick flights to many other major European capitals. A number of world renowned cities are within daily driving distance too, like Berlin, Munich, Vienna, Bratislava, and Budapest.
As an EU member, Czechia is part of the Single European Travel Area, allowing for seamless travel between countries within the region.
Americans do not need a visa to visit the Czech Republic for stays less than ninety days.
That ease of accessibility and centralized location within Europe makes Czechia an ideal base for location filming in other areas of Europe or beyond.
Safe & Welcoming
Rated one of the top 10 safest countries in the world by the Global Peace Index (GPI) in 2021.
With a rich local culture, a socially diverse & inclusive atmosphere, never ending nightlife, world class restaurants, and breathtaking natural landscapes: There's always an adventure to be had.
More Production Value
The cost of filming in Prague is significantly lower than in locations such as Los Angeles, New York, Atlanta, Vancouver, Berlin, or London. For example, many costs are about 50% to 70% cheaper in Prague than in Los Angeles. Several factors contribute to this cost difference:
Labor Costs: Labor costs in the Czech Republic, including for skilled film crews, are generally lower compared to other markets. This extends to actors, extras, and technical personnel.
Production Costs: The overall cost of production, ranging from set construction to location fees, is lower in Prague. This is partly due to the lower cost of materials and services.
Facilities and Infrastructure: Prague has well equipped sound stages, LED volumes, backlots, and standing sets. Complexes like Prague Studios and Barrandov Studios, which is one of the largest in Europe, offer their state of the art facilities at highly competitive rates.
Government Incentives: The Czech government offers generous incentives for film productions, including a 20% rebate on Czech spending + 10% on international cast and crew.
Stunning Locations
You’ll find working with a crew as easy as filming in LA, Vancouver, or London. The crew here build on a 120+ year long tradition in motion pictures.
Locals are fluent in English, and have extensive experience on Hollywood productions. Many of the major streamers, like Netflix, Amazon, and Apple have a near constant presence in Prague. Those major productions have had a resounding trickle down effect on the quality of craft in the area resulting in incredible work delivered from all departments - even Oscar nominations and BAFTA wins.
Top Tier Crew
Nora Sopkova
Nominated for Production Design
Linda Eisenhamer
Nominated for make-up
Kamil Jafar & Viktor Muller Nominated for Special Effects
Viktor Prasil
Nominated for Best Sound Winner of the BAFTA award
Petr Forejt
Nominated for Best Sound.
WORLD CLASS Facilities
Two main studio complexes, Barrandov and Prague Studios, with adaptable backlots, and standing sets only 15 mins from Prague’s city center.
9 Sound Stages
Totaling 10,400 m² (112,000 ft²)
7 Sound Stages
Totaling 11,464 m² (123,396 ft²)
GEAR FROM THE COMPANIES YOU KNOW
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Main Wall: Curved 27m x 5m, Resolution 10,368x1920 LED P2.6, 1500 nits, Refresh Rate 7680Hz, Novastar MX40 Pro Processors. Full Ceiling 90m2 LED P3.9 1000 nits. Vicon camera tracking.
Backlot: 10 HA / 25 Acres
Prague’s underwater filming one-stop shop.
Medieval Town: 15,000 sqm / 3.7 acres
"Paris Street" boasts 20 buildings, 10 interiors and a walkable roof with a clear horizon.
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On-Site workshops totaling 2164 m²/23 293 ft² and expert craftsman for set construction.
