Filming in Brazil
Filming Made Easy with Your Fixer in Brazil
Filming in Brazil can be tricky. That’s why working with Fixer Brazil as your video production company in Brazil is a smart idea. We know what it’s like to work with a major foreign film production company, with one of our most recent projects involving Disney Plus, Formula One, and the wonderful Keanu Reeves. So, from helping you to apply for permission to film in Brazil to organizing visas and renting equipment, we can guide you through any potential problems that might otherwise delay filming.
Cultural facts
Brazil is known for its friendly and demonstrative culture, and you can expect your Brazilian colleagues to hug you or kiss you (left to right cheek) upon meeting. Family is also hugely important here, with many large and small companies being family-run.
As you know, film permits are required for filming in the country, but additional location access may be needed from local authorities or private individuals. Again, knowing the family of those in charge can help secure necessary permits sooner rather than later.
Weather when filming in Brazil
Brazil is a huge country so the weather varies considerably from tropical in the north tomore temperate in the south. Areas in or near the Amazon rainforest, such as Belém, are humid and sticky, while in the interior, the country’s capital city, Brasilia, is much hotter and drier. Winter lasts from June to August and summer is November to February, but both are pretty warm, with the tempertures in summer often reaching a sizzling 40° C (104° F) in Rio de Janerio.
Tax rebate in Brazil
There are currently no federal production incentive programs for foreign companies filming in Brazil. However, several cities have recently launched their own programs. For instance, intenrational film companies in Sao Paulo can access a cash rebate of between 20% and 30% of their local eligible spend,while Rio’s public program offers up to 35% cash rebate. As certain criteria must be fulfilled to be eligible for these incentives, let your film fixer from Fixer Brazil guide you successfully navigating these programs.
Filming in Brazil
With its unique ecosystems, incredible history and culture, and lively urban areas, Brazil offers an inspiring experience for filming. However, organizing film permits, securing location access, and booking filming gear need time and specialized on-the-ground knowledge. A dedicated fixer in Brazil can guide filmmakers through these challenges, making filming in Brazil so much easier and efficient than most could imagine. This ensures that the filming process is flawlessly realized, allowing filmmakers to fully focus on unfurling their storytelling in front of the camera and not worry about any issues that may occur in other areas of the production.
So, get in touch with Fixer Brazil–our expert services are everything you need for polished and hassle-free production in this fabulous Latin American country.
