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Russian film producers discover Austria

Russian producers are increasingly appreciating the value of Austrian film locations. “The Secret of the Snow Queen”, a story based on the fairy tale written by Hans Christian Andersen, was filmed in Moscow, Bavaria and Tyrol, among other places. The new 3D film is expected to be out during the coming winter. The budget for this Austrian-Russian production amounted to USD 7 million.

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Bollywood is making films in Austria

For years India, known as the hub of the dream factory “Bollywood“, has preferred to make its lavishly staged romantic dramas in Austria. More than 70 productions from Bombay (Mumbai), Hyderabad, Bangalore and Chennai have already been filmed in Austria.

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Christoph Waltz on the competition jury at the Cannes Film Festival

The Austrian film actor and two-time Oscar award winner Christoph Waltz has been named a member of the competition jury at the 66th Cannes Film Festival to be held from May 15-26, 2013.

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Oscars for Christoph Waltz and Michael Haneke

The 85th Academy Awards were also marked by honors granted to Austrians. Film director Michael Haneke ("Amour") won the Oscar for the best foreign language film. For the second time, Christoph Waltz won his second Academy Award as best supporting actor following his first one in 2010 ("Inglourious Basterds").

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Location Austria and AUSTRIAN Film Commissions & Funds at the Berlinale 2013

The reception held by the AUSTRIAN Film Commissions & Funds at this year’s Berlinale took place for the second time and once again attracted a large crowd. Close to 700 guests from all areas of the national and international film industry gathered together at the club “40 Seconds” on February 11, 2013.

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Austrians Conquer Hollywood: Haneke and Waltz Win Golden Globes

Once again two Austrians triumphed in Hollywood. The two nominees at the Golden Globe gala managed a great feat: Christoph Waltz as well as Michael Haneke repeated their success of 2010 and won awards granted by the foreign press in Hollywood.

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Funding model “Film Location Austria” will be continued

The Austrian Federal Ministry of Economy, Family and Youth has announced that it will extend the successful funding model “Film Location Austria” for another two years. Each year a total of EUR 7.5 million is funding is made available.

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