Pictorially Riga is extremely charming and captivating and I’ve been very struck by that. And the people of Riga have been extremely welcoming, very kind, very friendly, can’t do enough for you, so it’s been a great pleasure.
Kenneth Branagh, actor
Wallander: Dogs of Riga, 2012

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RIGA

Located in Northern-Eastern Europe, only a 2 hour flight away from London, Paris, and Moscow
A compact, but extensive reservoir of diverse undiscovered filmmaking locations
Included in UNESCO World heritage list for its medieval architecture, for the quality and quantity of its Art Nouveau architecture, for its 19th century architecture in wood
A starting point on the way to Latvian picturesque, unspoilt nature, sea, fields, forests, swamps, manors and colourful towns
The city-actress who is able to double many European cities just like Latvian nature doubles many places from all around the world

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Shooting permits can be arranged quickly and easily
Well developed film industry with qualified professionals
Quality filmmaking and technical service with experience in international projects
Responsive and welcoming municipality

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Riga City Council co-financing programme “Riga Film Fund”
Some of the lowest filmmaking costs in Europe
Refund of value added tax
Latvian membership at the Council of Europe fund "Eurimages" for co-production, distribution and support and in „Media”, the European Commission’s support programme for cinema and audiovisual media

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