Land of Cinema Marseille, Land of Cinema 15 Léo Mattei © Jean-Philippe Baltel - BBS TF1 a STRONG SUPPORT to CINEMA/AUDIOVISUAL
marseille, y land anessa Kuza V © of cinema cinema.marseille.fr marseille, land of cinema The City of Marseille has always held a close and heartfelt connection to the world of cinema. Since the very beginnings of cinema in La Ciotat, near Marseille, the greatest film directors have been attrac- ted to this city, thanks to the wide variety of atmospheres and landscapes it offers. Over the years, Marseille has strengthened its position in the cinema and audiovisual industry thanks to an ever-increasing number of shoots in the area, and to the dynamic local sector. As any film professional will tell you, the Old Port of Marseille offers a special light that you will find nowhere else. Marseille is a world city with a multitude of sets, making it ideal for filming outdoors. There are some magnificent landscapes, from the “Calanques” coves to the industrial port sites, the docks and the authentic districts that make up the 111 small village like neighbourhoods, and the modern architecture of the city centre. Marseille is a highly authentic city and an endless source of inspiration for film makers. Alongside all these features the city wants to develop its local cinema and audiovisual industries. Hosting and promoting shoots, supported in particular by the Mission Cinéma founded in 2009, are considered to be key levers for boosting attractiveness and economic development across the whole region. In 2019, Marseille has welcomed almost 450 shoots, representing 1260 filming days, thus confirming the position of this Mediterranean city as the leading city in France for filming, after Paris.
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