It’s a professional world
Over the past few decades, Iceland has built an extensive film industry possessing a full range of know-how and experience. A thriving and ever-growing film and commercial scene has produced a rich pool of professionals in all areas of film-making, production and event management.
Icelandic production companies have taken part in innumerable large-scale film and commercial projects, combining their filmmaking professionalism with in-depth knowledge of Iceland’s unique geography and landscape.
Iceland is a modern and technologically driven country with a dynamic economy. International transport to and from Iceland is frequent and reliable, with daily scheduled flights to all main European and US East Coast cities and more frequent flights to London, Copenhagen and other destinations. It’s a mere three-hour flight from London and a five-hour flight from New York. Iceland boasts excellent telecommunications connectivity and the highest internet and mobile telephone penetration rates of any country.
Remember to get your 20% refund
Reimbursements are offered for film and TV production costs incurred in Iceland. Producers can apply for reimbursements from the State Treasury of 20% of the costs incurred in the production of films and television programmes in Iceland.
Into to the wild in 18 minutes
Icelandic nature has unique charm not easily found elsewhere in the world. The country’s sharply contrasting features include light summer nights and the Northern Lights dancing across the dark winter sky. The magic of these light summer nights isn’t just the beauty but also that you can make more of each day in shooting.
In Reykjavík, nature is at your doorstep – you don’t have to go far to find unspoiled wilderness where the influence of man and civilization vanishes. Rugged landscape ranging from black beaches to imposing and majestic natural phenomena, such as the Snæfellsjökull glacier.
Revitalising in the middle of nowhere so close to somewhere
In between working hard and playing hard, you need to recharge your batteries. Icelandic geothermal power provides Reykjavík with hot water for heating up buildings as well the renowned outdoor thermal pools. Savor the relaxing feeling as strain and stress leave your body while you soak in the warm water. Set your mind free as you gaze up into the sky. It’s in these moments that new ideas are born. Be inspired.
A good night sleep is essential, so are good nights
A good night’s sleep is essential, though some nights are shorter than others. Icelandic nights vary noticeably in length, in sync with the seasons.
Reykjavík offers a wide selection of accommodation for individuals and groups for longer or shorter stays. Whether you’re on the lookout for luxury or a casual atmosphere, you’ll find it in Reykjavík.
Fun for your inspiration
Reykjavík has a vivid nightlife. In the city centre, people stroll between clubs and bars until they find their perfect spot. Once the right place is found – such as a fancy cosmopolitan club, a hot dance venue or an artsy bar – the next step is to enjoy life well into the night. You then step into the unique Icelandic night, be it a dark winter one or a bright summer one. In Reykjavík, no two nights are the same.
Reykjavík International Film Festival
Every year moviegoers and people interested in contemporary cinema gather for the Reykjavík International Film Festival which focuses especially on young and promising directors from all over the world.
See more on film and filming in Reykjavík, Iceland here.
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