SCENE PILOTS:

City of Athens

As a city rich in cultural heritage, Athens offers a great scenery for film productions. From its historical landmarks to its dynamic urban scenery, the Greek capital attracts international productions, boosting the local creative economy and fostering sustainable audiovisual development.

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HOW SCENE WILL MAKE ATHENS
A FILM PRODUCTION HUB

Various Historical and Cultural Assets

Athens provides a unique blend of ancient and modern settings, enhancing storytelling with visually striking backgrounds.

Maximising International Reach - out

The upcoming productions will take place at the heart of Europe’s thriving audiovisual landscape while leveraging Athens’ growing reputation as a global filming destination.

Economic and Logistic efficiency

The integration of SCENE’s digital tools streamlines location scouting, accelerates permitting processes, and reduces overall production costs.

Cultural Heritage Promotion & Sustainable Growth

Over 100 cultural sites will be digitally cataloged, ensuring global visibility while supporting local creative industries and economic development.

What is the impact?

10% reduction in travel and operational costs for productions choosing Athens.
30% increase in revenue potential from film distribution and location-based data services.
Enhanced location scouting efficiency, expediting pre-production workflows.
Stronger industry engagement, connecting international filmmakers with local production networks.

ICONIC
ATHENIAN FILMING LOCATIONS

From ancient temples to modern cityscapes, Athens provides an unparalleled canvas for filmmakers worldwide.

Acropolis and Parthenon

The ultimate symbol of ancient Greece, offering stunning historic backdrops.

Odeon of Herodes Atticus

A grand stone theatre, perfect for dramatic performances.

Panathenaic Stadium (Kallimarmaro)

A marble arena, perfect for sports and historical recreations.

Athens Riviera &
Flisvos Marina

A marble arena, perfect for sports and historical recreations.

Plaka &
Anafiotika

Plaka & Anafiotika

Picturesque, winding streets capturing the essence of Athenian charm.

Pilot Scenario

Through an upcoming promotional campaign and a video showcasing pilot’s assets, the Athens Film Office (ADDMA) will highlight the city’s most compelling filming locations, demonstrating how Athens integrates history, culture, and modernity to meet the evolving needs of global productions.

Timeline and used tools

November

Script

December

budget

January

Crew

Fabruary - April

Preparation Phase

May - June

Pre-Production Phase

July - September

Production Phase

Post-Production Phase

Distribution Phase

Evaluation Phase

Pre-production

Location Scouting Tool – Helps directors and production teams assess filming sites based on accessibility, lighting, and logistics. It also supports crowd control and permits for a smoother shoot.
Audience Building Tool – Engages marketing teams early to generate buzz. By promoting Athens’ stunning locations across platforms, it attracts local and international audiences before the film even premieres.
Light & Audio Simulation Tools – Elevate production quality by refining visual and sound elements before filming begins, ensuring the best possible results.

Production

During filming, the chosen locations are captured in their natural ambiance without additional SCENE tools applied directly during this stage. Filming permissions and any logistical arrangements, however, are managed seamlessly through the SCENE platform.

Distribution

Distribution Engine: This tool manages the film’s release strategy by analyzing viewer demographics and engagement metrics, helping the team target the most appropriate platforms.