Organised by the Dubai Films and Games Commission (DFGC), part of the Dubai Media Council, in February 2025, this retreat brought together representatives of international production companies to discuss the strategic steps needed to establish Dubai firmly on the global filmmaking map. Discussions focused on attracting major productions, developing local production capabilities, and identifying the incentives and frameworks needed to make Dubai a preferred destination for international film and TV production
Topics included boosting local content production and competitiveness, film market development, and strategies for attracting more international shoots, building on Dubai's track record of hosting major international productions
Attracting major international film productions to Dubai
Strengthening local production capabilities and talent
Film market development and competitiveness
Incentives to position Dubai as a preferred filming destination
February 2025
Date
International production companies
Participants
Strategic roadmap for a global filmmaking hub, talent development, infrastructure, market expansion, and exploring incentives to attract major productions
Key Outcomes
