Germany
Best known for its World War II history and Oktoberfest, Germany is also home to some of Europa’s most beautiful scenery, fairytale castles, renowned historic sites, and lively party scenes. Every specific area of Germany has its own unique identity, making it a versatile and beautiful location for the shootings, whether you want a fairytale land or a gritty backdrop.
Filming and getting in Germany isn’t an easy task, though it is usually a quick process. Each and every filming location requires its own permit, and hence you need to have the support of local fixers like Tirumala Productions GERMANY to guide you through the process. If you are from outside the EU might need a work visa, and we are there to advise on which members of cast and crew will need permission to work in the country.
Germany has an excellent infrastructure including several film studios and access to high-quality technology. Tirumala Productions can arrange your required equipment and can find a local crew such as producers, directors, camera operators, runners, and sound technicians. As most of the Germans are fluent in English, it often makes sense to hire locally.
You might have seen Germany in a huge number of high profile productions. It’s often used in WW2 dramas, such as Downfall and Germany, Year Zero for authenticity. It’s often used in fantasy and fairy tale movies, with some famous productions including Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, which used Munich Gasworks as the exterior of the chocolate factory, and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang which used Neuschwanstein Castle in Bavaria. Berlin is also a popular place to film large-scale productions with Captain America: Civil War, Jason Bourne, and The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2 filmed in the city.
There’s no shortage of beautiful filming locations in Germany, which is why Tirumala Productions GERMANY can help you out.
What can our fixers in Germany do for you?
Tirumala Productions GERMANY team are well aware of the locations, filming process and our knowledge can make the production process easier. We help you in having the right cast, crew, and equipment, and take care of things such as transport and accommodation. As the process of filming in Germany can be bureaucratic, we take care of work visas and filming permits, with our knowledge of the industry to ensure you go ahead with your work without any issues and deviations. For any help contact to contact@tirumalafp.com find out how we can help you.
Berlin – The country’s capital city Berlin is full of beautiful and famous filming locations which range from historic to modern. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2 used an old cement factory as the gloomy District 8, and turned a power station into a weapons lab. Most of the WW2 dramas are filmed around the city.
Neuschwanstein Castle – It was used in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, this dramatic Romanesque Revival castle has been used in several historic and fantasy films.
Gorlitz – This German-Polish border city is known for its well-preserved old town, where buildings of different eras show off a wealth of architectural styles. The town was the backdrop of The Grand Budapest Hotel, set in a fictional Eastern European country. It made the perfect backdrop with red-roofed buildings.
Frequently Asked Questions ?
How easy is it to get permits?
It is usually a time taking process but can be an easy and speedy process if you hire a local fixer company. Every location can often require a variety of different permits, so please do not hesitate to contact us for any information.
Do I need a visa or work permit?
It solely depends on your country of origin and hence we request you to check with your local embassy.
Can I hire equipment once there?
Germany has abundant camera equipment suppliers along with the specialist props and tools. However, if you wish to bring in other equipment German production houses don’t have, Germany is an ATA carnet country.
What is the climate like?
It’s a four-season climate in Germany. From chilly winters to hot summers, mild spring and geat autumn, the climate is enjoyable in Germany. However, it’s advisable to be beware of snow during the months of November – April. We recommend May – October are the ideal months for shootings.