LANZAROTE | FUERTEVENTURA | GRAN CANARIA | TENERIFE | LA GOMERA | LA PALMA | EL HIERRO2 CANARY ISLANDS, THE SMART FILMING

Their mild climate year-round and unique In addition, the Canary Islands offer a wide range landscapes attract millions of tourists to the of incredibly beautiful and diverse locations Canary Islands every year. But the islands have within a few kilometres from one another. The also seen how a rising number of both Spanish Archipelago meets all the requirements as a and foreign production companies have chosen natural set thanks to its mild climate and its these Spanish archipelago as the location to more than 3,000 hours of sunlight per year. As a shoot their films. leading tourist destination, the islands have top hotel infrastructure and excellent air and sea Why is there so much interest in shooting in the connections, besides something that is currently Canaries? Undoubtedly, their extraordinary tax most appreciated: safety. incentives (40% tax rebate for foreign productions and up to 45% for national productions). As an Shooting in the Canary Islands is easy: seasoned outermost region of the European Union, the professionals with experience in all kind of Canaries have a specific economic and fiscal productions plus the local film commissions, regime, which means deductions for investment which are always ready to help. And to cap it all, if benefit from 20 extra points; 80% higher than in you decide to set up your business here, you’ll pay the rest of Spain. a reduced corporate income tax rate of only 4%.

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WHY FILM IN THE CANARY ISLANDS? 1 TAX INCENTIVES

* TAX REBATE FOR FOREIGN CORPORATE INCOME TAX RATE IGIC 40% PRODUCTIONS 4% ZEC Canary Islands Special Zone 0% (REGIONAL VAT)

Basic requirements: The audiovisual companies based on the A zero rate is applied to the production - A million euros spent in the Canary Islands islands can benefit from a reduced Corporate of feature films, drama, animation or - Minimum production budget 2 million euros Income Tax rate of 4% as ZEC entities documentary series. - Contracting a film producer registered (Canary Islands Special Zone), under the **** with the Institute of Cinematography and framework of the Canary Islands Economic Audiovisual Arts, (ICCA**), who has his/her and Tax regime, ranging the archipelago the tax residence in the Canary Islands. perfect place to set up your business!

* TAX CREDIT PER INVESTMENT The Islands, being a Spanish Autonomous 45% IN SPANISH PRODUCTIONS Community, are ruled by the European Union regulations, which allow the free movement of its citizens.The Euro is the * Royal Decree Law 15/2014, Basic requirements: official currency. As European residents they 19 December. Law 27/2014, 27 November - A Canaries Audiovisual Work*** Certificate can enjoy all the rights and privileges granted ** Institute of Cinematography and Audiovisual Arts. Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport. Government of Spain - At least 50% of the deduction base must by the agreements concerning European *** Act 18/2009, 10 February Ordinance 22 May 2015 correspond to expenditure incurred in Spain. citizens under the 1992 Treaty of Maastricht. **** Ordinance 23 May 2017

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THE BEST CLIMATE IN THE WORLD

The climate in the Canary Islands is special But what you’ll probably find most amazing is and unique. Summers are very pleasant and the bright light on the islands. A very special, winters are mild, with average temperatures unique light that cameras just adore, leading in summer of 23ºC and 19ºC in winter. to powerful images on the screen.

That is why you can enjoy filming outdoors in You can learn more about the climate in the the Canary Islands: the clear skies and very Canary Islands on scarce rainfall will allow you to make the most thebestclimateintheworld.com of the day.

AVERAGE AVERAGE HOURS OF NATURAL UNBEATABLE 23°C IN SUMMER 19°C IN WINTER 4,800 LIGHT PER YEAR QUALITY OF LIGHT 3

THOUSANDS OF LOCATIONS JUST ONE STEP AWAY

The forces of nature and the volcanic origin of Humans have also contributed to creating the Canary Islands built an unusual geography the largest number of locations imaginable: that features a variety of extraordinary natural colonial-style farms, picturesque towns, lonely landscapes. From white sand beaches to age- roads, modern European cities, industrial old leafy forests, breathtaking cliffs, undulating areas, etc. Whatever the type of landscape dunes by the sea, volcanic landscapes that you’re looking for, you’ll find it in the Canaries. belong to other worlds and sea beds with amazing visibility. 2 4

PROFESSIONAL INDUSTRY

The Canary Islands’ thriving film industry has To contact them and solve any problem that been recognized with prestigious film awards may arise before, during or after shooting, you and is ready to produce and coproduce can count on the help of the film commissions all kind of projects. In addition, excellent and of the institutions and associations on the professionals, film production service and Islands. A great team at your service. equipment rental companies have successful and wide experience in major international and national productions and provide top professional service.

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AIR AND SEA CONNECTIONS

The Canary Islands have 8 airports, at least The islands are connected via frequent one on each island, receiving scheduled flights domestic flights every day, which do not take from over 170 cities, mainly European but longer than 45 minutes. Several sea transport African and American too. Cargo and passenger companies cover inter-island routes daily ships arrive frequently at the different ports. carrying both passengers and goods to the many different ports.

2h 30 minutes from the Iberian Peninsula INTERNATIONAL 4h from United Kingdom, Germany and Belgium AIRPORTS from Italy 6 CONNECTION WITH 5h LOCAL 130 CITIES 6h from Sweden, Norway and Poland 2 AIRPORTS 7h 30 minutes from Russia 6

A WIDE RANGE OF ACCOMMODATION

The Canary Islands are a first-rate international chains in Spanish and European cities. The tourist destination and have been recognised comfort of your crew and ‘stars’ is completely by the European Union as the top tourist region assured. in Europe. You’ll find some of the best hotels and holiday resorts, as well as top quality city hotels belonging to the best-known hotel 7

THE PEACE OF MIND YOU NEED

The Canary Islands’ vast experience in comfort and safety in terms of law, work, health tourism, together with the economic and or even of a personal nature, will contribute to social development of the population, who are the success of your project because you will completely integrated in the European Union, be able to focus on what really matters: your make this Spanish region a safe choice for film production. projects of any size. European standards of Plus... ANIMATION, VIDEO GAMES AND POST-PRODUCTION

The island of Tenerife is home to the super It is no coincidence that in recent years, ten computer TEIDE HPC, which is perfect for animation studios were established on the rendering animation or special effects projects. Islands. Only in 2017 about twenty audio-visual This top-notch infrastructure is ideal for the and technology companies have requested to set film industry as well as for other audio-visual up in the Canary Islands Special Zone. Working in sectors. If you are involved in the business the sun is so inspiring! of video games, you can benefit from a 45% tax deduction per investment in technological innovation!

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SHOT IN THE CANARIES ALLIED WILD BROKEN WRATH OF OATS EMBRACES THE TITANS 2

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FAST & COLD CLASH OF THE FURIUS 6 SKIN TITANS

NOBODY WANTS THE NIGHT

Justin Lin. © Universal Pictures / Original Film / Etalon film, 2012 Xavier Gens. Babieka, 2016. Louis Leterrier. © Warner Bros Pictures / Legendary Pictures, 2010 Isabel Coixet. Ariane & Garoé/ Mediapro/ Media Art/ One More Movie/Noodles Production, © Leandro Betancor 2014 GOLD JASON THE KID BOURNE

MIST AND THE MAIDEN

Daniel Monzón. Ikiru Films / Vaca Films / Agustín Díaz Yanes. Apache Films/ Atresmedia Cine/Telefónica Paul Greengrass. © Universal Pictures, 2016 Andrés Koppel. Tornasol Films/ Hernández&Fernández Telecinco Cinema / La Ferme! Production, 2014 Studios/ Sony Pictures España, 2017. © Eduardo Marco Cinematográficas. © Lucas Pintos, 2017.

HAN SOLO BLACK MIRROR STAR WARS THE MAN WHO KILLED DON QUIXOTE

“USS Callister” S4/E1. Zeppotron for Endemol/ Gran Babieka, 2017 Terry Gilliam. © Tornasol Films/ Entre Chien et Loup/ Ukbar Ron Howard. Lucasfilm Ltd, © Carlos De Saa, 2017 Filmes/ Proximus/ Recorded Picture Company, 2017 OUR FILM INDUSTRY A MATURE SECTOR THAT CAN BE YOUR CO- PRODUCTION PARTNER A sample of Canaries talent and their presence at festivals.

REGISTERED PRODUCTION PROFESSIONAL AUDIOVISUAL COMPANIES ASSOCIATIONS 266 COMPANIES 214 3

FESTIVALS PROFESSIONAL AND FILM MARKETS +30 SHOWS 3 CLEO EVOLUTION ANIMATION TV SERIES FEATURE FILM Production year: 2013-2014 Released: 2015

• Producer: La Casa Animada • Producer: Les Films Du Worso, Noodles Production • Created, directed and produced: Ana Sánchez-Gijón • Co-producer: Volcano Films

• Screenplay: María Sanz Esteve, Ana • Director: Lucile Hadzihalilovic Sánchez-Gijón • Screenplay: Lucile Hadzihalilovic, Alanté • Original music and sound edition: David Kavaïté Rodríguez • Cast: Max Brebant (BE), Roxane Duran • Animation Director: Miguel Miranda (FR), Julie Marie Parmentier (FR), Pablo, Noe-Etienne (BE), Matthieu Goldfeld (BE), • Art Director: Alicia Borges, Nareme Melián, Nissim Renard (BE), Chantal Rosa Aimée Noelia Cabo (ES)

• International Distribution: Monster Best Photography, San Sebastian Film Entertainment (Ireland) Festival 2015. Special Jury Prize, San Sebastian Film Best International Animation Series. Festival 2015. Trickfilm-Festival Stuttgart 2016. Award winner, Sao Paolo International Television Festival 2015.

Two seasons, the third one on development. THE CALM ROBERTO´S TEMPEST POSTCARDS DOCUMENTARY FILM DOCUMENTARY FILM Released: 2016 Released: 2018

• Producer: Tourmalet Films, Rosa • Producer: Digital 104

• Screenplay, direction, photography and • Screenplay and Direction: Dailo Barco edition: Omar A. Razzak • Executive producers: Jairo López, • Production: Kistiñe Cárcamo, Mayi Domingo J. González, Jonay García Gutiérrez Cobo, Ciro Colonna • Photography Director: Santiago Torres, • Original music: Eneko Vadillo, Extremedor Gabriel García

• Sound: Emilio García Rivas, Sergio • Sound Director: Marco A. Toledo González • Original music: GAF • Foley: Samuel Cabezas • Edition: Oscar Santamaría • Colorist: Javier Mosqueda Official Selection Doc. España, SEMINCI Documentary Film Official Selection, Valladolid International Film Week 2017. Malaga Festival 2016. MILAGROS THE SEA STARES DOCUMENTARY AT US FROM AFAR Released: 2018 DOCUMENTARY Released: 2017 • Producer: Tinglado Film

• Screenplay and Direction: David Baute • Producer: El Viaje Films, Azhar Media, CTM docs, 59 en Conserva • Production: Patricia Estevez, Laura G. Corredera • Executive producers: Azhar Media, José Manuel Rodríguez, Sara Sánchez • Photography: Magela Ferrero • Director: Manuel Muñoz Rivas • Sound and Music: Christian Johansen • Screenplay: Mauro Herce, Manuel Muñoz • Edition: Alejandro Lázaro, Clara M. Rivas Malagelada • Photography: Mauro Herce • Color: Susana Muniain • Editor: Cristóbal Fernández • Vxf: Montaña Hernández • Sound: Joaquín Pachón Documentary Film Official Selection, Málaga Festival 2018. • Sound designer: Jeroen Goeijers

Forum Section, Berlin International Film Festival. Deluxe Prize, Seville European Film Festival 2017. Critics Award- Best Film, L´Alternativa Festival de Cine Independiente de Barcelona. Official Selection, Hong Kong International Film Festival 2017. PLUS ULTRA THE PAINTED FICTION SHORT FILM CALF Released: 2017 DOCUMENTARY SHORT FILM Released: 2017 • Producer: El Viaje Films, Filmika Galaika, Samuel M. Delgado and Helena Girón • Producer: Los de Lito Films • Direction, screenplay, camera and edition: Helena Girón, Samuel M. Delgado • Director: David Pantaleón

• Executive producers: Marina Alberti, Beli • Screenplay and production: David Martinez, Jose A. Alayón Pantaleón

• Sound: Juan Carlos Blancas • Photography: Cris Noda

• Production Manager: Silvia Navarro • Edition: David Pantaleón, Fernando Alcántara, Oscar Santamaría • Cast: David Pantaleón, Rubén Rodríguez, María Isabel Díaz, Elena Navarro, Mercedes • Sound: Carolina Hernández, Daniel Pintado. Mendoza, Mendoproaudio

Official Selection, Locarno Film Festival • Art Direction: Cayetana H. Cuyás 2017. Official Selection, International Film Festival Rotterdam 2017. 7 ISLANDS FULL OF POSSIBILITIES

The Canary Islands are made up of 7 Known historically as “The Fortunate islands in the Atlantic Ocean. They are Islands”, the Archipelago is in fact made situated in the Macaronesian region in up of seven larger islands: Lanzarote, the south of Europe, 1,739 km southeast Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Tenerife, of Madrid. Each of the islands has its La Gomera, La Palma and El Hierro, and own personality and features but six smaller ones: Alegranza, La Graciosa together they make up a territory which (the only one of the smaller islands is truly unique, just a few hours’ flying that’s inhabited), Montaña Clara, Roque time from the main European capitals. del Este, Roque del Oeste and the island of Lobos.

Average temperature Winter 19°C Tourist arrivals 2017 15,975,507 Summer 23°C Airports 8 Coastline 1,114 km (6 of them Beach 257 km international) Official language Español Commercial Ports 27 Time zone GMT Marinas 19 Currency Euro Road network 4,256 km Population 2,118,679 Working week 40 hours inhabitants a week CONTACT Institutions and associations that may be of help:

GOVERNMENT OF THE CANARY FILM COMMISSIONS: TENERIFE Film Commission ASSOCIATIONS: ASOCIACIÓN MICROCLIMA CINEASTAS SAVE ISLANDS Contact for filming on the islands (permits, tenerifefilm.com Contact them to learn more about our DE CANARIAS The canarian regional association for the General inquiries, Canaries Audiovisual locations advice, professional directory) [email protected] regional industry (co producers, services, Microclima, the filmmakers’ Association of animation, video game and VFX industry. Work Certificate. (+34) 647 346 462 talent, professionals). Canary Islands, has the goal to contribute saveasociacion.es to the analysis, reflection and debate canaryislandsfilm.com LANZAROTE Film Commission [email protected] of the audio-visual policies of Canaries, [email protected] lanzarotefilmcommission.com LA GOMERA Film Commission CLUSTER AUDIOVISUAL DE (+34) 666 545 936 defending cinema as our cultural heritage. (+34) 638 765 164 / 922 531 101 Ext. 4320 [email protected] gomerafilm.com CANARIAS (+34) 928 811 762 Ext. 212 [email protected] The Canary Islands Audiovisual Cluster is The Association comprises an important PROEXCA (+34) 600 252 588 a co-operation network seeking to make group of Canary Islands filmmakers with the most of the synergies and potential a long and distinguished history, working Contact for tax incentives and investors. FUERTEVENTURA Film Commission fuerteventurafilmcommission.es LA PALMA Film Commission of private companies, public institutions together to promote a new audio-visual proexca.es [email protected] lapalmafilmcommission.com and research centers in order to develop, model for the islands. [email protected] (+34) 679 501 683 [email protected] produce and distribute audiovisual works (+34) 922 470462 / (+34) 928 223172 (+34) 634 309 000 from the Canary Islands. cineastasdecanarias.org GRAN CANARIA Film Commission [email protected] ZEC Canary Islands Special Zone grancanariafilm.com EL HIERRO Film Commission clusteraudiovisualdecanarias.com Contact to set up a company at 4%. [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] zec.org (+34) 630 647 248 (+34) 922 550 302/326 (+34) 691 814 018 [email protected] / [email protected] (+34) 922 298 010/ 928 490 586 / 626 773 627 2