CNN | Go There, Why We Go

CNN | Go There, Why We Go

CNN | Go There, Why We Go

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Client: CNN
Campaign: Go There, Why We Go
Director: Klaus Obermeyer
DoP: Johan Palm
Market: USA
Production Company: Aerofilm
Executive Producer: Lance O’Connor
Producer: Anton Maillie
Production Service: Central Athens
Service Producer: Andreas Tsilifonis
Line Producer: Greg Sarantis
CNN, VP Creative: Whitney Friese
Sr. Director Production: Dan Brown
CNN Producer: Dominique van Heerden
Correspondent: Nima Elbagir
Production Manager: Christos Koukouzas
Location: Idomeni, Greece

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Andreas Tsilifonis

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Andreas Tsilifonis is the founder and Executive Producer of the PSN partner in Greece. He has been an active member of the film production industry in Greece for the last 40 years.

[cont.] He worked as film director, scriptwriter, music composer, and editor for feature films, TV shows, and in numerous commercial films. During the last 20 years he has mainly produced all types of projects. He is now the President of the Greek Producers Association of Communication Tasks (PACT).

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Cosmote | Karate Girl

Cosmote | Karate Girl

Cosmote | Karate Girl

Production Service in Greece

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Client: Cosmote
Campaign: Karate Girl
Director: Oskar Bard
Market: Greece
Agency: Ogilvy
Production Company: Central Athens
Location: Athens, Greece

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Andreas Tsilifonis is the founder and Executive Producer of the PSN partner in Greece. He has been an active member of the film production industry in Greece for the last 40 years.

[cont.] He worked as film director, scriptwriter, music composer, and editor for feature films, TV shows, and in numerous commercial films. During the last 20 years he has mainly produced all types of projects. He is now the President of the Greek Producers Association of Communication Tasks (PACT).

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Toyota | Start Your Impossible

Toyota | Start Your Impossible

Toyota | Start Your Impossible

Production Service in Greece

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Client: Toyota
Campaign: Start Your Impossible
Director: Johnny Hardstaff
Market: Worldwide
Agency: The & Partnership
Production Company: Independent, London
Production Service: Central Athens
Location: Kalimnos island, Greece

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Andreas Tsilifonis is the founder and Executive Producer of the PSN partner in Greece. He has been an active member of the film production industry in Greece for the last 40 years.

[cont.] He worked as film director, scriptwriter, music composer, and editor for feature films, TV shows, and in numerous commercial films. During the last 20 years he has mainly produced all types of projects. He is now the President of the Greek Producers Association of Communication Tasks (PACT).

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Corona | Protect Paradise

Corona | Protect Paradise

Corona | Protect Paradise

Production Service in Greece

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Client: Corona
Campaign: Protect Paradise
Director: Pantera
Market: Worldwide
Agency: W+K Amsterdam
Production Company: Somesuch, London
Production Service: Central Athens
Location: Athens & Corfu island, Greece

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Andreas Tsilifonis is the founder and Executive Producer of the PSN partner in Greece. He has been an active member of the film production industry in Greece for the last 40 years.

[cont.] He worked as film director, scriptwriter, music composer, and editor for feature films, TV shows, and in numerous commercial films. During the last 20 years he has mainly produced all types of projects. He is now the President of the Greek Producers Association of Communication Tasks (PACT).

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IHOP | Trojan Chicken

IHOP | Trojan Chicken

IHOP | Trojan Chicken

Production Service in Greece

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Client: IHOP
Campaign: Trojan Chicken
Director: The Bobbsey Twins
Market: USA
Agency: Droga 5
Production Company: Ruffian, Los Angeles
Production Service: Central Athens
Location: Crete island, Greece

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Andreas Tsilifonis is the founder and Executive Producer of the PSN partner in Greece. He has been an active member of the film production industry in Greece for the last 40 years.

[cont.] He worked as film director, scriptwriter, music composer, and editor for feature films, TV shows, and in numerous commercial films. During the last 20 years he has mainly produced all types of projects. He is now the President of the Greek Producers Association of Communication Tasks (PACT).

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Apple | iPhone 7+ Take Mine

Apple | iPhone 7+ Take Mine

Apple | iPhone 7+ Take Mine

Production Service in Greece

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Client: Apple
Campaign: iPhone 7+ Take Mine
Director: Christopher Riggert
Market: Worldwide
Agency: Apple USA
Production Company: Biscuit, Los Angeles
Production Service: Central Athens
Location: South Peloponnese, Greece

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Andreas Tsilifonis is the founder and Executive Producer of the PSN partner in Greece. He has been an active member of the film production industry in Greece for the last 40 years.

[cont.] He worked as film director, scriptwriter, music composer, and editor for feature films, TV shows, and in numerous commercial films. During the last 20 years he has mainly produced all types of projects. He is now the President of the Greek Producers Association of Communication Tasks (PACT).

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Greece | Location

Greece

Greece offers exceptional locations that are far beyond from what most expect from Greece

Greece is an ideal shooting environment featuring exciting locations, great weather, frequent and convenient flights plus some of the lowest rates in the Euro zone. We have worked hard to establish a system that understands the needs of international film productions and provides top English-speaking artistic and technical staff.

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Greece offers exceptional location options which are far beyond from what some might expect. Yes, there are plenty of sandy beaches with white and blue villages by the sea; but you can also shoot a generic European-looking city in Greece with modern apartments, trendy shops, or cafés. And then there are the unexpected locations like desert sands, lunar landscapes, medieval castles, and even a cowboy ranch. To fill such a wide array of settings we offer access to a location library of more than 200,000 photos spanning 2,500 locations from all over Greece.

Beyond the pretty pictures, we share our production know-how shooting on the Greek Islands for you to consider the typical Italian architecture of Corfu, the black sand beaches and spectacular views of Santorini, and the European paradise that is Mykonos.

Monasteries nestled atop monolithic rock formations are to be found on the mainland in Meteora. A new airport in Athens and 3-billion-euros worth of Olympic sport installations showcase modern Greece.

Casting wise, Greece is really a multi-ethnic country. Asians, blacks, Arabs, Hindis, and blondes are easy to find. We maintain the biggest casting database in Greece, with more than 20,000 people (actors, characters, performers, street faces, extras, kids, musicians, presenters, etc). And most all Greek actors speak good to excellent English.

All this under 9- to 14-hour sunlight and a Mediterranean climate with minimal rainfall in a country where mainland production costs are amongst the lowest in the Euro-zone.

During the last 20 years we have provided full-production service to more than 70 production companies in 25 countries. Along the way we feel fortunate to have worked with some great professionals in the production of award-winning work like this CNN Campaign as well as memorable others for Apple, Nissan, Esso, T-Mobile, Kraft, HSBC, Johnnie Walker, and Visa, to name a few.

Our company also draws from a roster of 30 international and Greek directors to produce more than 40 quality commercials per year for clients like Audi, Coca-Cola, and Deutsche Telecom (Cosmote).

Our reputation at home has spread to earn us work in the Gulf & Middle East markets for clients like Samsung, Royal Jordanian Airlines, Bank of Jordan, Orange, and more with requisites of suitable locations and specialized Arabic casting. Our experience working with overseas services from Serbia to South Africa keeps us extra sharp at delivering on the expectations of foreign producers and directors working with us in Greece.

Besides TV commercials, we service TV shows like The Amazing Race – for US and China broadcasters – as well as feature films. Production incentives initiated in 2018 promise a boon for long-format scripted content, documentaries, animation, and video games.

Our international connections with top artists have positioned us as specialists in beauty & hair commercials, utilizing special mock-ups, constructions, high-speed strobe shooting, and motion-controlled rigs and cameras for clients such as  L’Oreal or Vichy.

And once your shoot is a wrap, we can also provide in-house post-production for digital compositions, editing, and sound design while you take a few days to enjoy the Greek lifestyle.

PSN Greece delivers experience working with

  • Production houses like Stink, Somesuch, Biscuit, Park Pictures, Iconoclast, Unit9, Independent, Rogue, Radke, Pink...
  • Studios/Streamers like RTL, Warner, Disney, CBS/Bruckheimer...
  • Directors like George Lanthimos, Martin Arnaldo, Christopher Riggert, Bob Harlow, Klaus Obermeyer, Nick Gordon, Jeff Low, Alison Maclean...
  • DOPs like Benoit Soler, Johan Palm, Thimios Bakatakis, Tico Poulakakis, Christos Voudouris...

Greece is also home to

  • Directors like George Lanthimos...
  • DOPs like Thymios Bakatakis, Chris Voudouris, Thodoris Zacharackis...

Andreas Tsilifonis

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Andreas Tsilifonis is the founder and Executive Producer of the PSN partner in Greece. He has been an active member of the film production industry in Greece for the last 40 years.

[cont.] He worked as film director, scriptwriter, music composer, and editor for feature films, TV shows, and in numerous commercial films. During the last 20 years he has mainly produced all types of projects. He is now the President of the Greek Producers Association of Communication Tasks (PACT).

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Czech Republic | Location

Czech Republic

A treasured destination of filmmakers awaits. It is the Jewel of Europe that is Prague

We’ve spent the past 25 years working with foreign producers and directors to make movie magic in its medieval streets, iconic studios, and gorgeous countryside. Let us share its charms with you.

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At the foundation of our company is a long-standing collaboration between English producer, Kevan van Thompson and Czech producer, Vaclav Mottl. In 2021, English producer Nick Saward spearheaded the opening of a company division dedicated to short form commercial projects.  We are truly a partnership of both Czech and English cultures, taking the best from both worlds to provide top-notch production services for long and short format projects.

We’ve facilitated the production of dozens of feature films including Oscar winning JoJo Rabbit, A Boy Called Christmas and The Zookeeper’s Wife, as well as period TV Series The Three Musketeers, and Dangerous Liaisons. More recently we’ve serviced commercials for Hewlett Packard, OnePlus Nord, and Sony Bravia, to name a few. We pride ourselves in delivering the best possible production experience without compromise.

We guide filmmakers through the entire process, from pre-production and budgeting through locations, scheduling, talent acquisition and more. And if you want to take it further, we can offer post-production services as well. Our approach is hands-on when it comes to production; we are there every step of the way.

The Czech Republic is home to lush countryside and picturesque mountains dotted with luxurious villas and UNESCO World Heritage sites. There are few countries around the world that can boast the wealth of architecture to match all that’s available to filmmakers here at such short distances. In the film hub that is Prague, modern buildings have played a role in many film and commercial shoots at locations that stand in for other large cities around the globe, especially in Europe. We have doubled Prague for Moscow, Vienna, Milan, and New York in recent years. Our renowned historical architecture is a suitable backdrop for period shoots. Need Berlin in the 1880s? We got it. London in the 1700s? We got it. Need to shoot for Paris, but don’t have the budget? We got that too.

Need more? Our offices are based onsite at the world-famous Barrandov Studios. German-designed and built to last, these massive sound stages have sliding walls that allow for expanding or segmenting the total floor space. For outdoor set builds, there’s a large backlot adjacent. Barrandov is the biggest and the best so it’s our favorite, but there are many other studios available in Prague as well.

Czech crews are among the best in the world. With a history of filmmaking dating back to the 1920’s, Czechs have honed and perfected their craft over the years. Cinematographers and camera crews commonly win awards. Production designers, architects, and art department are artisans in their own right and can create entire worlds from absolutely nothing. Makeup and hair teams are second-to-none, as is every other department filmmakers need.

For producers, directors and any other traveling crew looking to stay in Prague for a few months, we entrust their comfort in our dedicated travel and accommodation experts who will find an apartment or hotel matching individual requirements. Our relations with local establishments enable us to find exactly what’s needed at the best possible rates.

PSN Czech Republic delivers experience working with

  • Production houses like Media Monks, Bloom, Scion Films, BBC Drama...
  • Studios/Streamers like Fox Searchlight Pictures, Lionsgate, Discovery Channel, 20th Century Fox, BBC, Studio Canal, Netflix, Focus Features...
  • Directors like Taika Waititi, Andy Hay, Nicholas Renton, Niki Caro, Gil Kenan, Michael Apted, Quentin Deronzier, Leonora Lonsdale, Olly Blackburn...

Czech Republic is also home to

  • Directors like Ivan Zacharias, Jakub Kohak, Martin Krejci, Wolfberg.
  • DOPs like Jan Velicky, Martin Matiasek, Radim Strelka, Jakub Dvorsky, Antonio Riestra.

Nick Saward

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Nick brings a lifetime of experience to his role managing commercial and short form projects for our team in Prague. He worked his way up to producer…

[cont.] over more than 15 years in the UK where he helmed campaigns for leading global agencies and international clients like Renault, Mazda, Toyota, Heineken, Cadbury, Schweppes, Cancer Research, Red Cross and Save the Children.

He moved to Prague in 2002 – initially for 6 months at a large local company – where he met his wife Pavlina and settled in to produce multiple commercials and service productions in Czech Republic. His experience filming in 25 countries around the world ensures a thorough understanding of the expectations of foreign filmmakers and how to deliver without disappointment.

Nick and Pavlina launched an agency for directors, DoP’s and technicians in 2009 that foreign producers continue to tap into for local talent behind the camera.

Since 2021, Nick’s work has focused on production service for everything from One Plus Mobile Phones and Four Sigmatic Coffee to Poland’s Next Top Model.

On top of his interest in feature films, Nick is a massive sports fan who grew up playing the usual ones and representing England juniors at field hockey. He’s a supporter of a London Football Club that will remain unnamed until coaxed into revealing it.

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Castle Lager | Road to Victory

Castle Lager | Road to Victory

Castle Lager | Road to Victory

Production Service in United Kingdom

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Shot in the heart of Soho, London with iconic landmark shots including Wembley Stadium, the UK’s national stadium, Houses of Parliament & Big Ben.

Client: The South African Breweries
Campaign: Road to Victory
Director: Ak & Mark Strydom
DoP: Denzil Armour-Brown
Market: South Africa
Agency: Ogilvy & Mather
Production Company: Spitfire Films
Producer: Liesl Karpinski, Ksenija Strydom-Micic
Production Service: Madam Films Ltd
Line Producer: Amanda Bronkhurst
Service EP: Carly Stone
Location: London-Soho, United Kingdom

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Marriott | Now that's rewarding

Marriott | Now that's rewarding

Marriott | Now that's rewarding

Production Service in United Kingdom

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An opportunity to shoot in one of Marriott’s flagship hotels in the heart of London. The location was set across Kings Cross St Pancras one of the World’s busiest international train stations. The concert was shot on location at a well-known music venue with a live band and audience made up of their fan base.

“Truly Wonderful work this week!! Thanks to you fine women!”
Ashlee Cohen, Head of Production Hey Baby Films LA

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Client: Marriott
Campaign: Now that’s rewarding
Director: Johan Tappert
DoP: Mattias Rudh
Market: USA
Agency: McGarry Bowen
Production Company: Hey Baby
Executive Producer: Johnny Parker, Richard Bjorlin
Producer: Michelle Stapleton
Production Service: Madam Films Ltd
Head of Production: Ashlee Cohen
Producer Manager: Mike Carr
Service EP: Carly Stone
Location: Renaissance Hotel St Pancras, St Pancreas Station, Scala Kings Cross, London, United Kingdom

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American Express | Wimbledon Bring Your Card

American Express | Wimbledon Bring Your Card

American Express | Wimbledon Bring Your Card

Production Service in United Kingdom

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A-List sports ambassador Andy Murray, on location in London. The one-day shoot consisted of highly visual art directed set pieces to reflect the iconic Wimbledon Tennis experience.

Client: American Express
Campaign: Wimbledon Bring Your Card
Director: Danielle Katvan
DoP: Alex Melman
Market: USA
Agency: Digitas
Production Service: Madam Films Ltd
Service Producer: Michelle Stapleton
Service EP: Carly Stone, Pippa Bhatt, Michelle Stapleton
Location: Wimbledon, London, United Kingdom

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Vodafone | She Talks

Vodafone | She Talks

Vodafone | She Talks

Production Service in United Kingdom

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Client: Vodafone
Campaign: She Talks
Director: Haha Khairat
DoP: Adric Watson
Market: Egypt
Agency: Wunderman Thompson
Production Company: Neo Production
Production Service: Madam Films Ltd
Service Producer: Michelle Stapleton
Service EP: Carly Stone, Pippa Bhatt, Michelle Stapleton
Location: Liverpool, United Kingdom

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