Thread: Filmmaker given boost by Thai scheme

A FILMMAKER from Oxford will be the first director to benefit from a new incentive programme in Thailand.

Vicky Jewson, who was born in Oxford, began shooting her action film, Close, in the East Asian country last month.

The movie – which centres on elite female bodyguards who offer ‘close’ protection to the rich and famous – will benefit from a new scheme introduced by the Thailand Film Office.

Launched in January, the new incentives offer a 15 to 20 per cent rebate for qualifying productions with a local spend of more than $1.4m

Several locations were considered for the film, but Ms Jewson was persuaded to shoot in Thailand.

Speaking to a film magazine, the director said: “I was aware of a number of productions that have shot in Thailand, but I truly wasn’t aware of the depth of film experience and the sophistication of the infrastructure.”

Close will be produced produced by London and Oxford-based Jewson Film/Whitaker Media.

The company was founded by Ms Jewson and Rupert Whitaker to produce films with female protagonists.

Oxford filmmaker given boost by Thai scheme (From The Oxford Times)

For many expats, many budget saving ideas for films shot here are glaringly obvious

Good for her. Best of luck!!