As production costs soar, Hollywood studios are relocating projects abroad, with Hungary emerging as a preferred destination. Filming in Los Angeles has dropped significantly, with a report indicating a 22.4% decrease in on-location filming. Hungary, once overlooked, has developed a robust film infrastructure and tax incentives, branding itself as the 'Hollywood of the Danube.' Despite recent political controversies regarding LGBTQ+ rights, the country continues to attract numerous Hollywood productions, illustrating how economic considerations often take precedence over political concerns in the industry.
In one of the most ambitious scenes of Francis Ford Coppola's 'Megalopolis,' the musical score comes to life with a grandeur that only a large orchestra can provide. What few viewers know is that this soundtrack was not recorded in Los Angeles or London, but in Budapest.
Despite this legacy, Hungary spent much of the 20th century without a leading role in the industry. But in the last 20 years, the country has evolved from just another filming location in Europe to becoming a cinematic hub.
Even as the Hungarian government faces international criticism for its recent constitutional amendment banning LGBTQ+ public events, Hollywood productions continue to flock to the country.
As Hollywood grapples with escalating production costs, labor disputes, and a competitive global market, studios are increasingly relocating their projects abroad, with Hungary being a significant beneficiary of this trend.
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