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Colombia's Audiovisual Industry Takes Center Stage: A Look at Its Growth, Opportunities, and International Recognition

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Friday, August 25, 2023

This evolution has positioned the nation as an enticing prospect for prominent international production entities and investors, underscored by its rich talent pool, compelling legal incentives, and dedicated platforms spotlighting Colombian audiovisual prowess.

Key Points: 
  • This evolution has positioned the nation as an enticing prospect for prominent international production entities and investors, underscored by its rich talent pool, compelling legal incentives, and dedicated platforms spotlighting Colombian audiovisual prowess.
  • Proimágenes data underscores a transformative shift, where merely 14 foreign films were shot in Colombia between 1969 and 2012.
  • The tide turned dramatically in 2012 with the enactment of the Colombian "Film Law" (Law 1556 of 2012), fueling 39 international productions on Colombian soil from 2013 to 2019.
  • In 2022, exports tallied approximately USD 206.2 million, with the US consuming 83% of Colombian audiovisual exports.

Colombia's Audiovisual Industry Takes Center Stage: A Look at Its Growth, Opportunities, and International Recognition

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Colombia's audiovisual industry has experienced remarkable growth in recent years, garnering international attention and creating opportunities within the sector.

Key Points: 
  • Colombia's audiovisual industry has experienced remarkable growth in recent years, garnering international attention and creating opportunities within the sector.
  • These films have not only achieved box office success but have also garnered international recognition and awards at prestigious festivals.
  • Proimágenes has the mission of promoting, strengthening, and preserving the industry by managing the Cinematographic Development Fund, which provides resources for the national film industry.
  • The Colombian Film Commission promotes the country's image as a location for international audiovisual productions and advises and supports producers and directors in managing their projects.