Qatar has set out a new plan to grow film production in the Middle East and North Africa, announcing long-term partnerships with several international companies and launching a new national rebate scheme.
The work is being led by a new Film Committee at Media City Qatar, which will handle financing, development and production support.
Sony Pictures, Neon, Miramax, Parrot Analytics and Company 3 all confirmed new or expanded operations in Qatar during the 15th Doha Film Festival, forming the first group of international companies attached to the Film Committee’s wider strategy.
Miramax, Parrot Analytics and Company 3 did not release full details of their operations, but were named as early partners establishing a foothold in Doha.
Two of the partnerships have been outlined in more detail. Neon – the American independent studio and distributor behind Academy Award-winning films Anora and Parasite – has signed a four-year agreement to co-develop and co-finance between six and 10 films and short projects.
Neon chief executive Tom Quinn announced a co-production and distribution deal at th
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