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Insights: Industry
Written by our Team
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At Progressive, we feel that it is important to share all the information that we have about the film industry in Hungary, as well as information related to issues which are important to know for anyone who plans a production with us in Hungary. What position does the Hungarian film industry have compared to the other Eastern European countries’ film industry? How experienced crew can you find here? What kind of film equipment can you access locally? To what extent can you rely on local casting? What kind of state and other various film funding can you apply for? What kind of weather conditions need to be kept in mind? These are only a few questions for which you can find practical answers in our articles. We keep our eyes on the changes of the industry and always update our information.
Industry articles
The Positives of Producing Films in Hungary
Producing in Hungary: the positive aspects and potential risks
Knights, Epic Battles and History
Everything you need to know about medieval shoots in Hungary
Film Industry in Hungary
Get to know more about the Hungarian film industry via professionals’ comments
Hollywood Blockbusters Shot in Hungary
Get to know who and where shot world famous Hollywood movies in Hungary!
Film Facilities in Budapest
Hungary’s First Class Sound Stages and Equipment
Shooting at Hungarian Train Stations
Discover the flexible and production-friendly possibilities of shooting with trains and at train stations
Tax Incentive for Film
Hungary’s filmmaker friendly tax rebate system
Advice for When You Have Arrived to Hungary
Important information to filmmakers travelling in Hungary to shoot; what to expect and prepare for
Stuntmen in Hungary
Experienced Hungarian stuntmen and their international projects
How to Fly Drones in Hungary
What a filmmaker needs to know about drone regulations
Film Crews in Budapest
Read about crews and conditions for working in Hungary
Film Permits in Budapest
Get to know about gaining permits for shooting in public spaces in Budapest
Visa & Work Permits
Information on visa and work permits for international film crews
The Swift, Duty-Free Import of Props
A summary of the temporary importation of film props and equipment
Shooting in Budapest’s Metro
From historic to futuristic, the stunning stations available for shoots
Casting in Hungary
The diversity that this small country has to offer
Filming with Animals
Introducing the tips and tricks of shooting with animals through some epic movies
Hollywood’s Hungarian Locations
Get to know some of Budapest’s inspiring places through the iconic movies that have been shot there
Weather & Geography
How to use Hungary’s diverse and characteristic seasons for shooting
