The SCENE EU project tools are designed to bring, among others, Athens’ rich cultural and historical landmarks to life throughout the filmmaking process. Below, we explore how these landmarks are highlighted at each stage of production. The Scenario cases development was conducted by Athens Film Office.

Scenario 1: Athens City Hall

Pre-Production: A production team plans to shoot a historical drama at Athens City Hall, utilizing the SCENE EU location scouting tool to find the best filming spots that ensure historical accuracy and aesthetic appeal.

Production: The team uses the SCENE EU light and audio effects tool to enhance the ambiance of the scenes, capturing the grandeur of the location with carefully selected lighting and audio cues.

Post-Production: The crew refines the footage to ensure historical authenticity and cinematic quality. They use the SCENE EU audience-building tool to engage viewers interested in historical dramas and the distribution engine to create teaser clips showcasing the City Hall’s historical significance.

Distribution: The team leverages the SCENE EU distribution engine to reach a global audience via streaming platforms and specialized historical drama channels.

Scenario 2: The National Garden

Pre-Production: A romantic comedy film is set to shoot in the National Garden. The filmmakers use the SCENE EU location scouting tool to identify charming corners and scenic paths within the garden.

Production: The SCENE EU light and audio effects tool helps create a whimsical atmosphere, enhancing natural lighting during sunrise to capture the garden’s peaceful ambiance.

Post-Production: The editing team refines the film’s romantic sequences, ensuring visuals and soundtrack resonate with the audience. They use the SCENE EU light and audio effects tool to highlight the natural soundscape.

Distribution: The film team uses the SCENE EU distribution engine to promote the romantic comedy across digital platforms and through collaborations with distributors specializing in romantic genre films.

Scenario 3: Olympia Municipal Music Theatre “Maria Callas”

Pre-Production: A documentary crew plans to film at the Olympia Municipal Music Theatre “Maria Callas”, using the SCENE EU location scouting tool to assess acoustics and stage setup for optimal filming conditions.

Production: The SCENE EU light and audio effects tool is crucial for capturing the venue’s theatrical lighting effects, evoking the drama and elegance of opera performances.

Post-Production: The team edits the footage to showcase the theater’s grandeur and acoustics, using the SCENE EU light and audio effects tool to capture the essence of a live performance.

Distribution: The documentary makers use the SCENE EU distribution engine to showcase the opera documentary on streaming platforms and through partnerships with classical music channels.

Scenario 4: The First Cemetery of Athens

Pre-Production: A mystery film is scheduled to shoot eerie night scenes at the historic First Cemetery of Athens. Filmmakers use the SCENE EU location scouting tool to explore the cemetery’s paths and mausoleums, creating an atmospheric backdrop.

Production: The SCENE EU light and audio effects tool sets a chilling mood with strategic lighting and sound design, enhancing the suspenseful nighttime scenes.

Post-Production: The editing team enhances the film’s tension, ensuring the narrative unfolds seamlessly within the atmospheric setting. They use the SCENE EU light and audio effects tool and the distribution engine.

Distribution: The film crew uses the SCENE EU distribution engine to reach global audiences through historical societies, academic circles, and heritage tourism platforms.

These scenarios highlight the SCENE EU project’s comprehensive tools that support filmmakers in creating engaging and authentic content, maximizing the potential of Athens’ cultural and historical landmarks.