Olivewood


Olivewood is a marketing term used in efforts of Cyprus to brand as a movie production destination. The term is a portmanteau of "Olive" and "Hollywood".

History

Cyprus film production dates back to the 1950s, soon after World War II, with They Who Dare as first film noted on location on IMDb. Productions since the 1950s include action, comedy, sci-fi, romance, drama and melodrama along with notable documentaries from the BBC and the National Geographic.

Climate

Cypriot climate is predictable and a key advantage for film production.

Locations

The island has a diverse set of film locations and dissimilar climates. Locations range from archaeological sites to antiquated villages, Greek amphitheatres, and modern European cities such as Limassol.

Inter-connectivity

The Republic has two deep-sea ports and two international airports.

Shooting Permits

Shooting Permits is a requirement for most purposes. Film Producers must liaison with the key Government Agencies depending on the necessity:
An incentive scheme was introduced in 2018 to encourage more international productions. S.O.S: Survive Or Sacrifice featuring William Baldwin was the first film to take advantage of the Olivewood incentive plan.