FDCP issues guidelines for film and audiovisual shoots in PH amid 'new normal'
While most countries await for final safety protocols for audiovisual production work and anticipate their government’s go signal to reopen for business, the Philippines is among the first few nations where cameras can finally start rolling again. Film, television, and other audiovisual shoots are permitted to take place in most parts of the country, following the changes in the community quarantine classifications that took effect on May 16 and will last until May 31, 2020. The Philippines is under General Community Quarantine (GCQ) except for Metro Manila, Laguna, Bataan, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, Zambales, and Angeles City that have a Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine (MECQ) status and Cebu City and Mandaue City that are under Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ). Film, music, and TV production is among the Category III sectors that are allowed in MECQ and GCQ areas, with strict compliance to health and safety protocols prescribed by the government. Production ...