Fun Fact Friday
Did you know that in the Okanagan-Similkameen Boundary region last year, we filmed 31 productions (not including animation) ?
Well now you do.
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A Reminder of One of Our Cool Events!
For those who remember (and even those who don’t) about 2 years ago, the Okanagan Film Commission hosted the Okanangan Film Fundamentals. People were invited to learn from experts in the film community, and even created a film! Here’s some of the highlights, and let us know if you’d like to participate in something like…
New Creative BC Funding Opportunity!
Guess what, local filmmakers! The 4th round of our Equity + Emerging Development Program through Creative BC is now open! The Equity + Emerging Development Program aims to provide direct and targeted support to emerging and/or equity seeking B.C. filmmakers. Creators can receive a grant of up to $10,000 to cover the cost of bringing…
Fun Fact Friday
The longest film ever made, according to Guinness World Records, is “The Cure for Insomnia” (1987), directed by John Henry Timmis IV. The film lasts 85 hours and is considered an extraordinary achievement in the film industry.
A Major Production Wraps in Osoyoos, BC, Highlighting Okanagan’s Cinematic Appeal
Osoyoos, BC—The Okanagan region continues to strengthen its reputation as a sought-after destination for film and television productions. As we wrap yet another significant project—one of scale and scope we’re not permitted to disclose—it’s clear the production team left with an appreciation for the cinematic potential the Okanagan has to offer. This latest production is…
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STORYHIVE Announces Scripted Winners
Telus STORYHIVE fund has been helping filmmakers launch their careers for years now – but mainly for those in the documentary world. But this year, they’ve branched out and awarded 40 individuals in BC and Alberta $20,000 each and invited them to be part of the TELUS STORYHIVE Scripted Edition! Those chosen will also receive…
Fun Film Fact Friday!
Don Corleone wasn’t always supposed to be stroking a cat during his tete a tete with Bonasera. Rather, director Francis Ford Coppola spotted the animal on the set and decided to include it in the scene.“The cat in Marlon [Brando]’s hands was not planned for,” Coppola said according to Time. “I saw the cat running…
