Alicante Film Office is set to participate in the association meeting for the first time. This office operates under the Alicante City & Beach Tourist Board, the authority that guides filming in the city. The Spanish Film Commission will be organized during the San Sebastian Film Festival next September, and a working session with location companies is planned in Valladolid to align with the International Film Festival. A seminar is also on the agenda.
Alicante Film Office joined a non-profit alliance within the Spanish Film Commission last May. Since 2001, the commission has championed Spain as a premier destination for audiovisual production, coordinating a nationwide network of film management offices to streamline shooting processes.
Deputy Mayor and Chair of the Alicante City & Beach Tourist Board, Mari Carmen Sánchez, commented that joining the Spanish Film Commission opens doors to audiovisual circuits. She noted that the commission’s extensive network connects manufacturers and industry players both nationally and internationally. Sánchez stressed that Alicante has already hosted significant productions, offers a diverse array of venues, and is well prepared for future shoots.
In the past year, the city hosted a range of productions, including feature films, television series, and streaming projects. Notable projects involved high-profile actors and creative teams, and the area has gained attention for projects like Money Robbery, among others. The city is also poised for new collaborations with streaming platforms such as Amazon Prime, set to expand its footprint in the coming year.
According to data from the Alicante Film Office, 49 shooting projects were undertaken in 2021 alone, encompassing features, short films, series, commercials, and TV programs. The revival of the audiovisual sector is propelled by platforms that showcase a wide variety of locations. This momentum has been highlighted by the series Paradise, directed by Fernando González Molina, which noted the city’s facilities in advancing project processing. The second season of Paradise premiered at the Alicante Film Festival, coinciding with announcements about reopening the Ciudad de la Luz studios.
The Alicante Film Office will participate in the Spanish Film Commission meeting, where new members are welcomed and approved. This gathering takes place during the San Sebastián Film Festival, and the association’s accounts will be reviewed as part of the discussion for the months ahead. It is also planned to attend a meeting with Seminci and the main location companies organized for the Valladolid International Film Festival under the Spanish Film Commission umbrella. The sessions are scheduled for October and will include three days of focused studies on film and television production.
Filming in Alicante continues to attract attention for its flexibility and variety. The city’s ability to host both large-scale productions and more intimate shoots makes it a competitive choice for creators seeking diverse settings. With ongoing enhancements to facilities and a growing network of industry partners, Alicante remains a strong hub for audiovisual activity in Spain, offering filmmakers a well-connected ecosystem and a welcoming environment for project development and execution.
Filming in Alicante — Credits and acknowledgments are attributed to the Alicante Film Office and associated partners. [Citation: Alicante Film Office]