Monday, April 25, 2011

The film industry is without question invading the hotels of Rio de Janeiro

By Kathryn Lopez


This is a discussion that will point out an very clear trend, Brazil's presence in the film industry is maturing. It's already been established that Rio de Janeiro will be holding both the World Cup plus the Olympics. This in addition to Brazil's economic success has had a vibrant effect on the Latin country's logistical capabilities.

No longer just a spot for a vacation or taking a holiday, apartments, flats and hotels are springing up that could easily deliver accommodations to Hollywood's masses. Should additional big budget films show up to the shores of Copacabana and Ipanema. Over recent times, Incredible Hulk, starring Edward Norton was filmed in Rio de Janeiro as well as more recently Stallone's Expendables was also filmed in Brazil. Maybe he'll be back to blow up a few more buildings and hotels.

After Elite Squad II, was released at theatres across Brazil in early October, taking in a record R$14 million (US$8.23 million) at the box-office receipts in its first weekend. As the follow up to the 2007 hit there was a lot of buzz and hope, while also supplying yet more proof that Brazil's industry is not only growing, it is pushing ingenuity to the next level.

While Rio de Janeiro was once just a place to take a vacation and visit the stunning beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema, it would now seem to be that the type of real estate has developed. While it was once cost prohibitive for production companies to travel to Brazil to make their films it would now appear that the playing fields are evolving. Rentals of more elaborate equipments are now readily available and Brazil now has artistic professionals to bring to the table. The industry is without doubt growing. The fact that professionals can be found who live in the country in their own homes and apartments can absolutely lower expenses, such as the bills you are likely to have in hotels.

So is Brazil set to be house of the Latin Hollywood? May be, at the rate that apartments and flats are being built, it's only logical that there is sizeable progress taking place in all industries of Brazil's economy. While the availability of accommodations is obvious, it can also be noted that contributions that can be made by skilled artists and workers is also growing. Without a doubt, the artistic efforts to the film industry originating in Brazil will be something to keep an eye on in the coming years.




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