The Republic of Cuba is a destination in the Caribbean, famous for its natural attractiveness, beaches and sun, great historical and cultural, ecological and natural landscapes. Historical cities and picturesque rural areas, which give the island a great diversity of locations and shooting possibilities. Subtropical weather, with two clearly defined seasons makes Cuba a very fantastic place to shoot.
Havana is the capital and largest city, a major port, and leading commercial center of Cuba. Old Havana was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1982. The city is also noted for its history, culture, architecture and monuments.
Advantages of the region
• Safe region
• Trustworthy & professional
• Great variety of locations, which have not yet been seen or over used in the film industry.
• Production costs are very competitive
• Compactness – reasonable distances between very different types of locations – from untouched nature to historical city centers.
• Diverse and well-preserved flora and fauna
• Good connections with USA, Europe and Russia – by planes
• Experienced professionals who speak Spanish/English
• Flexible working hours
• No trade union or similar fees
• Availability of wide selection of modern camera, lighting and sound technology
Climate
The climate of Cuba is subtropical humid, with two clearly defined seasons, winter (November to April), and summer (May to October). The annual average temperature is 25°C
Architecture
The capital city – Havana – is one of the most architecturally diverse cities in the world. Cuban architecture is mainly influenced by the 3 different periods:
– Colonial & baroque
– Neo-classical
– Art Nouveau, Art Deco & contemporary eclectic influences
Nature
Cuba has a large variety of natural attractiveness. It is a destination of beaches, rainforests, waterfalls and adventurous caves. The rich and colorful nature of Cuba can bee seen and felt on every step you take.
