Mbrella Films
Film Production Company in the Faroe Islands
The Faroe Islands, a self-governing archipelago under the Kingdom of Denmark in the Atlantic Ocean, is known for its pristine beauty blanketed across raw terrain. Composed of 18 volcanic islands, the Faroe Islands are chained together by one-lane tunnels, bridges, and causeways. Filming at the Faroe Islands is every cinematographer’s dream, with the islands offering one-of-a-kind scenic backdrops found nowhere else in the world. Sharp cliffs, rugged coastlines, plummeting waterfalls, black sands, and a blanket of mossy-green hills make the Faroe Islands a diverse location for filmmakers.
Visually striking, enchanting, and mysterious, the Faroe Islands are a must-visit destination. To get started, you need to hire a local production company to obtain visas and film permits. Mbrella Films has worked closely with cinematographers across its 10-year history in the Faroe Islands, assisting international film crews with production, post-production, and tax incentives.
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Top 5 Filming Locations in the Faroe Islands
Kalsoy Island
Kalsoy Island is one of the 18 islands situated on the northern tip of the Faroe Islands, its secluded nature boasts incredible and breathtaking views. Recommended places to film on the island include Kópakonan, known as the Seal Woman statue and the Kallur Lighthouse. The most recent movie filmed on the island was No Time to Die (2021).
Lake Sørvágsvatn
Dubbed ‘Lake Above the Ocean’, Lake Leitisvatn or Sørvágsvatn, stands out as one of the best and most famous locations on the Faroe Islands. The lake itself spans an area of 3.4 km² from edge to edge. Depending on which season you go, cinematographers can capture blankets of emerald grass or rust-colored grass. Regardless of which season you go, Lake Leitisvatn is an unmissable location on the Faroe Islands.
Gjógv Village
Gjógv Village or the Sea Gorge village is located on the northernmost tip of the Eysturoy Island found in a deep valley. No more than a hundred houses settle around the gorge used as a national entrance channel to the village. Surrounding the area are flat and hilly scapes and astounding national scenery.
Vágar Island
Across Vágar Island, you’ll find no shortage of captivating landscapes jutting out into the sea resulting in formations made during the last ice age. The highest peaks on the island are found in the northwestern part near Gásadalur and within close proximity is Gásadalur village. Venturing out a little further brings you to the famous Múlafossur waterfall which plunges into the dark, icey ocean below.
Tórshavn
Tórshavn, also known as Havn, is the capital of the Faroe Islands located on Streymoy Island. The small town bustles with life and offers a handful of charming structures for filming; old wooden roofed houses, brightly painted houses, cultural centers, museums, restaurants, churches, and historic sites. Located within walking distance from the city center, Skansin is a popular vantage point with a lighthouse, overlooking the dark sea. Stepping outside Tórshavn are stunning landscapes, etched with scars from the last ice age.
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Acquiring film permits is a tricky process in the Faroe Islands, but with the right planning, Mbrella Films can help you secure film permits and more. Our expert team of specialists knows the island intimately, and their knowledge is vital to the success of your production. We can assist you with permits, logistics, transportation, legal and insurance services, and much more.
Our well-organized producers can provide you with a transparent line budget breakdown for filming in the Faroe Islands, matching your specific requirements. Let us help you start filming in this fantastic location and bring your creativity to screens worldwide.
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