The Bilbao Bizkaia Film Commission will be present at the Shooting Locations Marketplace as one of the leading exhibitors in this upcoming edition, which will be held at the Valladolid Trade Fair from 15 to 16 October.

This event brings together film industry professionals who are looking for unique locations for their productions. And if we have to talk about unique locations, we cannot ignore the province of Bizkaia.

Major productions endorse the quality of the commission

This institution is a free public service promoted by Bilbao City Council and the Provincial Council of Bizkaia, designed to support and facilitate audiovisual production in the region. It offers a range of tax incentives of up to 70 percent, as well as providing confidence and legal security, which is crucial in the film industry.

The main attraction of Bilbao and Bizkaia as a filming destination lies in its diversity of settings, which include cosmopolitan cities, serene coastlines, natural parks, historic city centres and avant-garde architecture. In addition, Bilbao has an international airport that facilitates logistics as it is connected to cities all over the world.

In recent years, Bilbao Bizkaia has been the setting for numerous high-profile productions, evidence of its capacity to host major film projects. Highlights include international productions such as ‘James Bond – The World is not Enough’, HBO’s ‘Game of Thrones’, and Netflix films such as ‘The Platform’, ‘Intimacy’ and ‘The Silence’. These productions have not only taken advantage of the region’s unique locations, but have also benefited from the professional services and welcoming environment offered by the commission.

The personalisation of each project is one of the key points

The presence of the Bilbao Bizkaia Film Commission at the Shooting Locations Marketplace is a unique opportunity for producers and directors to discover the possibilities offered by this region. The commission provides a detailed locations map and assistance at every step of the production process, ensuring that each project runs smoothly and with maximum local support.

The commission’s team, led by Agustin Atxa and Koldo Bernaola, will be available during the fair to discuss projects, offer details on tax incentives and show how they can collaborate to bring filmmakers’ creative visions to life. The accessibility and willingness of the team to facilitate all stages of production make Bilbao Bizkaia an ideal location for projects of any size.

Visitors to the fair will be able to contact the commission through its official website or directly at the stand during the event for more information on how to make the most of the advantages offered by this vibrant film region.

With its rich offer of locations and solid support infrastructure, the Bilbao Bizkaia Film Commission is poised to be an essential partner in the realisation of future film works, thus contributing to the overall success of the audiovisual industry.