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Feature Film Production
Complete feature film production services in Turkey for studio-backed and independent productions.
Here is how this works in practice. Feature film production is the flagship format of the film industry, creating long-form narrative content for theatrical and premium distribution. These shoots demand the highest standards of craft across each department, from cinematography and design to performance and post-prod, sustained over extended shooting schedules.
Here is the short of it. We give full-service production support for feature films, setting up each logistical element from pre-production through wrap. Our team manages crew assembly, gear sourcing, location logistics, and daily operations to make sure your feature film production operates at the pro standard the format demands.
Capabilities
Production for Every Scale
We support feature film productions of all scales—from intimate independent films to major studio productions and international co-productions shooting across Turkey.
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Studio Productions
- Major studio partnerships
- Large-scale crew coordination
- Complex logistics management
- International co-production support
- Full service line production
Scale & Expertise
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Independent Films
- Budget-conscious production
- Creative flexibility
- Indie film expertise
- Festival circuit knowledge
- Emerging talent support
Creative Freedom
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International Co-Productions
- Treaty co-production expertise
- Multi-country coordination
- Tax incentive navigation
- Cross-border logistics
- Multilingual crew provision
Global Reach
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Streaming Features
- Platform-specific requirements
- High-volume delivery standards
- Quick turnaround capability
- Technical specifications
- Quality control protocols
Digital Delivery
On Location
Turkey has hosted major international features including 'Skyfall' and 'Argo', and its directors — Nuri Bilge Ceylan, Yılmaz Güney, Fatih Akın — have won the industry's highest honours.
Here is what that looks like on the ground. We give full-service production support for feature films across Turkey, setting up each logistical element from development through wrap. Our team manages crew assembly, gear sourcing, location scouting, permits and daily operations for studio-backed and independent shoots alike, scaling from small indie crews to major studio shoots of 150 or more. We support global co-productions with treaty-compliance guidance, Turkish partner introductions and crew integration, and connect shoots to the country's top post-prod facilities for editing, colour, VFX and sound. Qualifying spend can access the cash rebates of up to 30% administered by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism through its General Directorate of Cinema. The cost advantage of the Turkish lira (TRY) — combined with that rebates — makes the country strongly competitive for feature production.
Turkey has a distinguished feature-film tradition and a set up record as a global shooting destination. The James Bond film 'Skyfall' filmed widely in Istanbul in 2012, the same year 'Argo' used the city to double for Tehran, and 'The Water Diviner' shot in the country in 2014. Turkish directors are among world cinema's most decorated: Nuri Bilge Ceylan won the Palme d'Or in 2014 for 'Winter Sleep' and made 'Once Upon a Time in Anatolia' and 'The Wild Pear Tree'. Yılmaz Güney won the Palme d'Or in 1982 for 'Yol'. Fatih Akın took the Golden Bear in 2004 for 'Head-On'. And Semih Kaplanoğlu won the Golden Bear in 2010 for 'Honey'.
The Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival, running since 1963, and the Istanbul Film Festival, set up in 1982, anchor the country's cinema calendar. Locations span Istanbul streetscapes, Ottoman palaces, Cappadocian landscapes and Mediterranean coastlines.
FAQ
Our Production Network
What is the Turkish Tax Rebate for International Production?
Here is the breakdown. Turkey's incentive gives a tax rebates on qualifying Turkish expenditure for global shoots in Turkey. This has crew costs, gear rental, post-prod, and other eligible costs. We help shoots handle eligibility needs and application processes.
How do you support international co-productions?
We give complete co-production support including treaty compliance guidance, Turkish partner introductions, crew and gear planning, location services, and administrative support. Our team knows the needs of bilateral treaties with major film-producing nations.
What crew sizes can you accommodate for feature films?
We support shoots from small indie crews of 20-30 to major studio shoots needing 150+ crew members. Our network has all key departments and we set up with Turkish unions and guilds as needed.
Can you handle period or costume productions?
Yes. Turkey gives top resources for period shoots including historical locations, costume houses, prop suppliers, and crews skilled in period filmmaking. We set up all specialty needs for costume dramas.
What locations are available for feature film production?
Turkey gives extraordinary diversity: Istanbul streetscapes, Ottoman palaces, Cappadocian landscapes, Taurus mountains, Aegean coast, and Mediterranean beaches, and industrial settings. We scout and secure locations across all 13 metropolitan regions.
Do you provide post-production services for feature films?
We connect shoots with Turkey's top post-prod facilities for editing, grading, VFX, sound design, and mixing. Turkish post houses work to global standards and many give competitive rates boosted by tax incentives.
Related Services
Productions in Turkey that need this often pair it with Drama Series Production, Narrative Films & Web Series, and Documentary & Docuseries Production for full coverage. Most projects also draw on TV & Film Production Services and Educational & Explainer Video Production.
On Set
Ready to Produce Your Feature Film?
Tell us about your project and we'll provide a comprehensive production plan for filming in Turkey.