NETFLIX Set to Film in Armenia: Major Deal Signed for Movie Productions

Get ready for lights, camera, action! Armenia is set to become a hub for movie productions as an exciting collaboration has been signed between key entities in the country and the renowned entertainment giant, NETFLIX.

A memorandum of cooperation was officially signed today, bringing together the Ministry of Education, Culture, Science, Education, Culture, Diaspora, Youth, and Sports of the National Assembly of the Republic of Armenia, the National Film Center of Armenia, and People of Art. This momentous occasion was reported by Armenia’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Science, Education, Culture, Diaspora, Youth and Sports,  marking a significant leap for Armenia's film industry.

The memorandum, signed by Minister of Education and Culture Zhanna Andreasyan, Chairman of the NA Standing Committee Sisak Gabrielyan, Acting Director of the National Cinema Center Shushanik Mirzakhanyan, and Director of People of Art Company Arman Nshanyan, signifies a promising collaboration aimed at boosting film production within Armenia.

Minister Zhanna Andreasyan highlighted the importance of this partnership, emphasizing that recent amendments to the RA Law "On Cinematography" have laid the groundwork to make the film sector more appealing for investments. "We've worked extensively with experts and partners to develop by-laws, enabling the system of partial return of investments. Today's memorandum is the outcome of those efforts," stated Minister Andreasyan.

Sisak Gabrielyan expressed gratitude to all partners, emphasizing the potential effectiveness of this collaboration not only for Armenian filmmakers but also for international film producers. Arman Nshanyan, director of "People of AR" LLC, emphasized that this significant step in film production will attract producers, investors, and industry specialists, facilitating the filming of international projects and collaborations with globally renowned professionals.

Excitingly, films such as "Underdog," "Dead by Dawn," and "Collapse," totaling eight parts, are slated to be shot in Armenia. Moreover, Armenian creative university students will have a chance to engage in the film production process, gaining valuable professional skills and experience.

The collaboration is set to position Armenia prominently in international film platforms, showcasing the country as a destination offering partial return of investments (cash rebate) to foreign film producers. The partnership will also focus on sub-legislative acts and reforms within the film sector.

Shushanik Mirzakhanyan, Acting Director of the National Film Center, expressed gratitude to the RA Government and the National Assembly for the amendment enabling the partial return of investments in cinematography, foreseeing the invitation of international filmmakers to Armenia.

Sisak Gabrielyan, chairman of the NA Standing Committee, shared details of the cooperation on Facebook, highlighting that Armenia is preparing to host film productions for NETFLIX, signaling an exciting chapter for the country's burgeoning film industry.