It’s been interesting to see the film and television industry continuing during the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. I saw first-hand the steps in place for ‘The Batman’ filming in Liverpool last October – including facemasks and checkpoints. I’m grateful that production on shows and movies has carried on in a safe manner – it means employment … Continue reading It’s all happening in the North West
Category: Film Tourism
“Choosing location is integral to the film: in essence, another character” Ridley Scott, director With spring approaching and the UK Government making talk of ending lockdown in a controlled manner there is hope of adventures to come. I’m not even considering going abroad this year so if the chance comes to take a few days … Continue reading Future plans
I’ll admit it, I’m easily influenced when it comes to locations – take ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ for example – that last shot of Rey finding Luke on Ach-to? That led to a week’s holiday in the west coast of Ireland and boat trip to Skellig Michael. I also visited the ridiculously photogenic Puzzlewood … Continue reading External stimuli
A classic Doctor Who location – Winspit Quarry, Dorset. Being a child of the 80s and the younger sister of a child of the 70s, I have fortunately had a strong upbringing (or brainwashing – depending on your point of view) on what is now considered classic British sci-fi. We’re talking Doctor Who, Blake’s 7, … Continue reading Finally – a Doctor Who quarry!
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