THE ENABLERS
ABU DHABI FILM COMMISSION (ADFC) | UAE
CAREER HIGHLIGHT(S):
The Abu Dhabi Film Commission (ADFC) is a government agency formed to support the development of Abu Dhabi's film and TV industry. Its mission is to promote Abu Dhabi as a production destination. The ADFC has helped attract global franchises, including STAR WARS, MISSION IMPOSSIBLE, and FAST & FURIOUS, with three of the top-10 highest-grossing films of all time having been shot in the Emirate, as well as a diverse slate of high-quality Indian and Arabic-language productions.It also offers a 30% production rebate and technical services such as free scouting assistance and support with government services.

TWELVE-MONTH HIGHLIGHT(S):
The ADFC supported the first edition of the I-Film Festival Abu Dhabi, organized by the Innovative Film Academy. The event showcased film art, discussed filmmaking technology, promoted content exchange, fostered collaborations, and offered educational opportunities. It has also successfully attracted a number of international productions, including Denis Villeneuve's DUNE: PART TWO, and MGM's TV series LAST NIGHT.

HANS FRAIKIN
FILM AND TELEVISION COMMISSIONER AT ABU DHABI FILM COMMISSION
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