Buckle up, because Canada’s biggest (and best?) awards show is set to air this Friday, and the lineup looks pretty good. Hosted by Canadian Comedian Mae Martin, the event will take place in Toronto in the afternoon, and be streamed that same evening. One notable film is already gaining some attention. BlackBerry, which follows the…
Hello Okanagan Film Team! With filming ramping up in our region, so are the requests for new and unique locations. Today we are searching for a modern and contemporary home. It should be somewhat isolated and remote. And if it’s hanging off a cliff – even better! If you or someone you know has access…
Hello Okanagan Film Team! Today we are in search of TWO cabins in the woods. One needs to be in rough shape (described as “derelict”), and the other one needs to be nicer. Possibly a log cabin or ranch style. So if that sounds like something you have, be sure to drop us a line!…
This amazing piece of information came my way, and it’s too good not to share! Have a read and tell us what you think: Pitching a movie idea is a pivotal moment for any filmmaker. It’s not just about presenting a story; it’s about selling a vision, captivating investors, and ultimately bringing your creation to…
If you’re anything like me, when you watched The Matrix, you assumed that the green stringy things were some advanced level of code. Maybe a complicated algorithm. If that’s true, then I’m about to burst your bubble and possibly ruin your Friday. The reality is that a production designer scanned symbols from his wife’s sushi…
Today we are on the lookout for a larger offices – preferably ones on a lower level. Sound like something you have? Drop us a line today!
We have some amazing Producers on the hunt for a pool! No…not your every day private one you may have in your backyard. A pool similar to the one pictured above. The shoot will be for 10 days this August, so if you have access to something like this, drop us a line! Thanks in…
The Okanagan Wildlife Film Festival, supporting Summerland’s wildlife center, is coming to Kelowna next month. Hosted by the Interior Wildlife Rehabilitation Society, this fundraiser on May 17 at the Mary Irwin Theatre features the IMAX documentary “Beavers: The Biggest Dam Movie You Ever Saw.” Director Stacy Wolfenden hails it as a timeless Canadian piece. Proceeds…
It’s no secret that Producing a film is no easy feat, with one of the biggest challenges being coming up with funding to get everything you need paid for. But did you know, if you live in the Okanagan, and are a member of OSIF (the Okanagan Society of Independent Filmmakers), you can get help…
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.
