Guyana to launch film commission

The Guyanese administration is laying the groundwork for a national film commission in an effort to inspire a world-class film production environment.

President Mohamed Irfaan Ali made this announcement during his address at a special sitting of the 12th Parliament on Thursday, October 10, 2024. 

He said: "The Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports, is currently negotiating a co-production agreement with one key international partner, an agreement that will precipitate the establishment of a national film commission in the area of heritage."

Looking ahead, the government also plans to launch a public consultation in 2025 on a revised National Cultural Policy which will address issues such as integrating culture into development, heritage preservation, and the growth of the creative industry, while also considering the impact of the digital ecosystem and artificial intelligence (AI) on culture.

President Ali further stated that future investments will focus on projects such as the first regional cultural market at Palmyra, the development of music and entertainment synergies, and the creation of recording studios to nurture local talent.

Guyana sits on South America’s North Atlantic coast and has played host to the 2023 HBO miniseries Full Circle, which was filmed in the country's iconic Georgetown.

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