Spotlight

A focus on how the UK is an international production hub for both feature film and high-end television.

Spotlight on Studio Space

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Game of Thrones © Helen Sloan / HBO

New Studio Space

A round-up of studio expansions in the UK.

Spotlight on Production Design

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Beauty and the Beast (2017) © Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures

Design and Conquer

From the technological wizardry of Beauty And The Beast to the gritty authenticity of period drama Darkest Hour, production designer Sarah Greenwood takes a nimble approach to her work.

Spotlight on Talent

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Daniel Kaluuya in Get Out (2017) Courtesy of Screen International

Global Talent

The UK has a wealth of above and below-the-line talent working across all sectors of the industry. This is a round-up of emerging UK talents who are making a mark on the international stage.

Spotlight on Familiarisation Trips

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The Personal Touch

British Film Commission’s familiarisation trips are an essential introduction to the UK’s production landscape for overseas executives, and set the groundwork for international relationships. Nikki Baughan goes behind the scenes.

Spotlight on Training

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Future Proofing

With UK film and high-end TV production booming, maintaining a wide skills base is crucial. Wendy Mitchell investigates how the UK industry is dedicated to training the next generation of talent.

Spotlight on UK Production

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Kenneth Branagh as Hercule Poirot in 20th Century Studios’ DEATH ON THE NILE, a mystery-thriller directed by Kenneth Branagh based on Agatha Christie’s 1937 novel. Photo by Rob Youngson. © 2020 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

Open for Business

Although the implications of Brexit are still unclear, the UK will remain a vibrant and welcoming place for film and high-end television production. Geoffrey Macnab goes behind the scenes.

Spotlight on VFX

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The Human Effect

In an increasingly global production landscape, it is the quality and depth of talent that keep major film and TV shows turning to the UK for their VFX needs. Adrian Pennington reports.

Spotlight on UK TV

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BRIDGERTON (L to R) ADJOA ANDOH as LADY DANBURY and REGƒ-JEAN PAGE as SIMON BASSET in episode 108 of BRIDGERTON Cr. LIAM DANIEL/NETFLIX © 2020

Television that Travels

The UK’s high-end TV productions are enjoying unprecedented international success, both with traditional broadcasters and on streaming platforms. Andy Fry investigates what gives homegrown shows such broad global appeal.

Spotlight on UK Television

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Max Harwood stars in EVERYBODY’S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE Photo: Courtesy of Amazon Studios © 2021 Monarchy Enterprises S.a.r.l., Regency Entertainment (USA), Inc. and Channel Four Television Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

Small Screen, Big Success

UK TV drama is winning fans across the globe. Andy Fry investigates the international appeal of these small-screen productions.

Spotlight on Special Effects

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The Force Awakens (2015) © Lucasfilm

Visual Pioneers

That the UK is regarded as an industry leader in the world of special effects, both visual and practical, is testament to the skill of the sector’s craftspeople. Adrian Pennington goes behind the scenes.

Spotlight on Soundtrack

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Thomasin McKenzie stars as Eloise and Terence Stamp as the Silver Haired Gentleman in Edgar Wright’s LAST NIGHT IN SOHO, a Focus Features release. Credit: Parisa Taghizadeh / © 2021 Focus Features, LLC

Behind the Music

The UK film music industry is steeped in history and talent, with an ever-increasing number of soundtrack recordings being produced here. Tiffany Pritchard discovers why the territory is in such demand.

Spotlight on Stage Space

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Land of Opportunity

From established studios to expanding facilities and alternative spaces, the UK has a wealth of filming real estate. Geoffrey Macnab takes a tour around the regional production landscape.

Spotlight on Costumes

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Bridgerton. (L to R) Simone Ashley as Kate Sharma, Adjoa Andoh as Lady Danbury, Shelley Conn as Mary Sharma, Charithra Chandran as Edwina Sharma in episode 201 of Bridgerton. Cr. Liam Daniel/Netflix © 2021

Dressed for Success

The UK’s costume designers and costume houses are now central to the look of international feature films and TV shows across all genres, thanks to their training and talent. Sarah Cooper reports.