Jordan’s Beefed Up Incentives, Studio Partnership With U.S. Group Shadowbox Set to Scale Up International Productions

By Ed Meza

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In addition to the natural wonders that continue to make Jordan a unique filming location, increased government funding support and new partnership between the country’s Olivewood Film Studios and U.S. studio operator Shadowbox have provided a major boost to the country’s film sector.

Last year the country increased its cash rebate program to 45% of local spend and introduced additional tax exemptions, making location shoots for foreign productions particularly attractive.

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