“Reminds me of my safari in Africa. Somebody forgot the corkscrew and for several days we had to live on nothing but food and water.”
W. C. Fields
A person could become an expert on the landscapes of the US while traveling around South Africa with American visitors. "Oh Heavens, that could be the Mid-West", "This could be Dakota", "Parts of this coastline could be California", "This could easily pass for New Orleans", are some of the comments we have heard. Another, more telling observation, "I can't figure out why more American producers aren't taking advantage of these rates and locations", the latter by a DOP out of New York. From afar it is all too easy to get a false impression, those "in the know" come again and again, making use of South African production values to increase their competitive edge as well as their margins.
Architecture in South Africa shares many traits with the US, settlers from overseas bringing their various influences and adapting them to local needs and materials, so even our countryside seems familiar to an American eye.
The landscape is more varied, within a smaller area, than most in the world, with variations on deserts, vineyards, mountains, large scale agriculture, ranches, and modern cities - all relatively close to major centers of production and equipment. Industrious, English speaking, professional crews, with a good work ethic, and a desire to showcase their skills, which are world class in ALL areas of production, add to the attraction.
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A typical day's shoot in South Africa would cost around US$55 000
- US$60 000*
*This cost is for guidance only, and is based on the current rate of exchange of 10: 1 , with no art dept, cast, wardrobe, crane, remote head or specialist equipment. 10 rolls of 35mm stock is included. All our cost estimates are done individually in consultation with clients needs.
We believe we offer as good a service and as reliable production support as any other in the world, at prices which are very hard to beat. Our aim is to give you and your directors ALL you need to compete, so that your pitch is as comprehensive, reliable and transparent as it can be, based on 15 years of experience (corkscrew included). Try us out, look at our locations, let us do a competitive pitch for you, then "do the math" yourself, the value for money just might persuade you to go further for your dollar.
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