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FILM IN LAPLAND – A LOCATION ABOVE ORDINARY

Finnish Lapland is pristine natural beauty and untouched wilderness. As the most connected wilderness in the Arctic, Lapland has high-quality services and a well-maintained transport network. A plethora of landscapes, diversity of seasons and unique light conditions make Lapland stand out as a filming location.

Film Lapland (Finnish Lapland Film Commission) and the Film Friendly service providers network are more than happy to help bring your production above ordinary. We will help you find the ideal locations, service providers and crew members for your production. Film Lapland is here to make your experience in Finnish Lapland efficient, easy and enjoyable.

You can meet the Film Lapland at Cannes, Berlinale, the American Film Market, Focus London and other film events and festivals around the world.

WHERE, WHAT AND HOW?

Basic information and help on making your production work in Lapland.

Unique Light Conditions
Lapland is mostly located above the Arctic Circle, giving daylight a unique, distinctive tone all year long.
Everyman's Right & Film Permits
Capture the Arctic wildernesses without red tape. If needed, we can also help in the process of getting film permits.
Crew Info
Looking for information on Finnish film crews? We cover hours, wages, per diems, language skills and working permits.
Seasons & Weather in Lapland
Weather in Lapland is milder than other areas in the same latitudes. Conditions vary to a large extent across Lapland.
Film Lapland Code of Conduct & Production Guide
We cover best practices when filming wilderness locations or downtown, culture, support & production services and more.
How to Travel to Lapland
Despite its size, operating in Lapland is effortless thanks to the wide transportation, service and cellular networks.
Filming Locations in Lapland
No matter where you go in Lapland, you’ll find wilderness only a stone’s throw away. Our network of well-maintained transportation infrastructure, including roads, trains and airports, puts the whole of Lapland at your disposal.
About Us
We promote Lapland's filming locations, production and support services and develop local AV and production service businesses.

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CONTACT US

Anna Niemelä, House of Lapland
Anna Niemelä
Film Commissioner
+358 40 820 75 75
Kirsikka Paakkinen, House of Lapland
Kirsikka Paakkinen
Junior Film Commissioner
+358 40 354 53 22
Kristiina Werner, House of Lapland
Kristiina Werner
Director, Int’l Sales and Marketing
+358 40 485 9877
Adicus Garton, House of Lapland
Adicus Ryan Garton
Content Creator

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