Are Things On The rise?

It’s no secret that the Film Industry has been suffering lately after both writer and actor strikes, but according to this City News Story, it looks like things might be on the rise again.
What do you think?


It’s no secret that the Film Industry has been suffering lately after both writer and actor strikes, but according to this City News Story, it looks like things might be on the rise again.
What do you think?

It’s been 30 years since Tom Hanks and Robyn Wright worked together on Forest Gump, but it looks like the two continue to make movie magic together. This week we were treated to a first look at their upcoming drama directed by Robert Zemekis where deaging software was used to create younger versions of the…

As spooky season quickly approaches, so does this years HorrorFest (presented by OSIF) And tickets are now on sale! When: Saturday, October 25th, 2025Films start at 7:00pm – Doors open at 6:00pmWhere: Metro Hub – 1265 Ellis StreetTickets: Click Here As said on the OSIF website. HorrorFest is the ultimate cinematic celebration of all things terrifying and macabre. So…

Okay, okay. We lied. We’ve all signed some pretty serious NDA’s with our clients and can’t reveal specifically what’s filming in town. However, someone who was really curious could have a look at Creative BC’s website at their Production List because it happens to include our local productions on it too. (Just saying)

The Roundhay Garden Scene was the very first moving picture, and was produced in 1888. The French inventor, Louis Le Prince, filmed his family prancing around in a circle in an extraordinary two second clip. It might not seem like much now, but that innovation is what lead to the commercialized cameras and motion pictures…

With its mythical monsters, wildly intricate special effects, and visionary locations, “Percy Jackson and The Olympians” seemed like the perfect first film to use a brand new immersive technology. The series, shot in Vancouver, British Columbia, is the first Canadian project to utilize a new technology (dubbed StageCraft), which replaces the need for green screens….
Are you an aspiring filmmaker or a seasoned crew member looking to expand your opportunities? We’ve been receiving a lot of inquiries about how to join our crew list, and we’re excited to share just how easy it is! At the heart of our new website is a streamlined process designed to make it effortless…

The Okanagan Film Commission endeavours to cultivate a prosperous regional film and animation industry by promoting and delivering exceptional services to local and international production companies alike. With over three decades of experience, we stand out as industry leaders in British Columbia, committed to bolstering local businesses and creating job opportunities for our talented crew members.

