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Special Profile on the U.S. Virgin Islands

Written by USVI as an Advertorial

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The beauty shots you expect with the diversity of locations you don’t.

The U.S. Virgin Islands offer more than a picturesque paradise for production. Of course, the USVI has beautiful beaches to rival any in the world. But diverse locations, such as rural farmland, lush forests, sprawling Southern estates, quaint European towns, military barracks and more allow producers to envision that the perfect shot/scene/film might just be in their Caribbean backyard.

Just as fascinating as the range of locations is an infrastructure that makes it easy for crews to work. Experienced and professional crews live and work in the USVI, as well as companies equipped to provide everything from lighting and electrical services to stylists and set designers. The Film Office can provide an updated roster of these companies, as well as direction on scheduling shipments, permitting, customs and travel documents.

Building a Bridge to Russia and Mongolia

Written by Bob Fisher

Cinematographer James Chressanthis, ASC recently spent four weeks at film festivals, schools and other venues in Russia and Mongolia to present No Subtitles Necessary: Laszlo & Vilmos, his documentary about acclaimed DPs Vilmos Zsigmond, ASC and the late Laszlo Kovacs, ASC. Chressanthis also conducted cinematography workshops and seminars and had conversations with current and future Russian and Mongolian filmmakers as a part of the American Documentary Showcase, which makes U.S. nonfiction films accessible around the world.

Hollywood Hit Man Jerry Bruckheimer

Written by Frank and Margie Barron

Prolific Producer Jerry Bruckheimer is proud that he makes “popcorn movies,” the kind that fill theaters with appreciative audiences looking for cool entertainment on a hot summer night. “I see myself as a person who creates entertainment,” Bruckheimer tells P3 Update. “And I try to entertain as many people as is possible. If they can sit back and enjoy their popcorn and get lost in one of our films, and forget about what’s going on in their lives, then I’ve done my job. If that’s the label critics want to put on my entertainment, I’ll take it. Really, it’s a great badge to wear. The more we can entertain people, the better we make our lives.”

Profile on Roger Corman

Written by Frank and Margie Barron

Producer, director and motion picture distributor, Roger Corman, awarded an honorary Oscar.

After a half century as a producer, director and motion picture distributor, Roger Corman finally got the ultimate reward –– an honorary Oscar, given to him by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences at the 2009 Governors Awards Ceremony.

Ron Howard Profile

Written by Margie & Frank Barron

Even during his early days as a child performer, Howard knew that he wanted to be in charge of his productions.

One of the most popular filmmakers in the industry today is the soft-spoken Director/Producer Ron Howard. Even during his early days as a child performer, Howard knew that he wanted to be in charge of his productions.

Mexican Film Commission Profile

Written by Steve Cha

comefilm_thumb_thumb Located in Mexico City, the Mexican Film Commission (COMEFILM) took over the duties of promoting audiovisual production in Mexico in 2007 from a private organization that did this job for approximately 10 years. “The decision to incorporate it to the Mexican Film Institute (IMCINE) came from the need [to provide] an integral support to all film productions,” says COMEFILM’s Carla Raygoza, who works alongside Mauricio Pedroza and commission Director Hugo Villa. The trio possesses...

Guillermo Del Toro

Written by Frank & Margie Barron

Still flushed with the success of his summer blockbuster film Hellboy II: The Golden Army, and the past acclaim he received with his dark fantasy Pan’s Labyrinth, director Guillermo Del Toro is preparing for a production of epic proportions...