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…
Marnie Gee of Creative BC will serve as new board chairperson for the Association of Film Commissioners International (AFCI). Gee will lead the board as AFCI works to further diversify and expand its global membership and implement a new strategic plan. Gee’s new leadership role headlines the election of members and officers for the AFCI’s…
The Final Deadline to submit to the Whistler Film Festival Screenwriters Lab is tomorrow, so if you were considering applying, now’s your last chance! Unfamiliar with the lab? Well, it’s a ‘highly-competitive multi-phase script and industry development program designed to amplify the diverse voices of Canadian writers by developing their original feature projects. It offers…
Exciting news, everyone! (Meaning, you’re going to want to read this blog post!) Creative BC’s Slate Development Program is now open and accepting applications until March 4th. The Slate Development Program is designed to support the company growth of mid-level and experienced B.C. based production companies who have a significant track record of owned and controlled independent production in the province. The…
Through the B.C. Fairs, Festivals and Events Fund (BCFFE), the Government of B.C. is providing $15 million in one-time grants for eligible events in response to calls for support from the sector as events continue to experience ongoing challenges related to rising costs, reduced revenues, and impacts from severe weather events. The BCFFE Fund provides…
As promised, we’re continuing to bring you monthly interviews with local filmmakers, and for February we had the pleasure of sitting down with a legend in the animation world. If you haven’t already, meet Rick Mischel. With 30 years of experience in the animation industry, Rick has been an Executive Producer at Sony Pictures Animation,…
Hey everyone! We have a production in need of a nice timber ranch guest house with a groomed landscape (think log cabin mansion). So if you or anyone you know has something like that, drop us a line here! The Producers will be looking over their options Monday or Tuesday so let us know ASAP…
There is no shortage of great B.C. Films, and now is the season to celebrate them! Check out just a handful of the amazing festivals going in within the next couple of months! January 27th to February 1st | MENA 5 Film FestivalFebruary 1st to 4th |Snakebite Film FestivalFebruary 1st to 4th | Invermere Film…
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 first full-length Documentary Film was produced in 1922. It was called “Nanook of the North” and is said to be the first in the Canadian industry.
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.
