THE CUBA FIXER BLOG

The Cuba Fixer Blog is the place to stay up-to-date on Filming Regulations in Cuba. An insight into the latest trends and needs for filmmaking from Havana to Guantanamo. Here you will find stories from actual films, commercials, television shows, and photoshoots made in Havana. From Washington Post articles to Panasonic campaigns, you will learn and see the behind-the-scenes and what it took to make it happen.

We give you insider knowledge of the world of filmmaking in Cuba. We will hold your hand every step of the way to guide you and advise you on the best practices, the DOs and DON’Ts of the film industry in Cuba.

  • Shoot Cuba, Like a Pro. Cuba Fixer. Dustin Farrell Shoots at Parque Maceo in Havana for CUBA IMAX
    Shoot Cuba Like a Pro: Updated for 2025
    Why Cuba Shoot in Cuba? Cuba’s cinematic charm is undeniable— Shoot Cuba like a pro in all it’s color. Vibrant streets pulsing with music and movement, colonial architecture weathered with history, untouched landscapes that stretch from turquoise coastlines to lush valleys, and a cultural rhythm that breathes life into the frame. It’s a country where…
  • CUBA FIXER El Capitolio de La Habana. FIlm in Cuba
    FILM CUBA: Tax Incentives in Cuba?
    Tax incentives in Cuba Tax incentives in Cuba are a hoax. Recently I came across a website claiming to be the Cuba Film Commission, and also claiming a massive 40% CASH REBATE–ON EXPENSES INCURRED FOR FILM OR TELEVISION PROJECTS, this is nonsense. Are there Film Tax Breaks and Incentives in Cuba? No. Discover the truth…
  • Biden Administration’s Policy Shift: New Opportunities for Filming in Cuba and What it Means for Streaming Platforms and Hollywood Studios
    January 14, 2025 By cubafixer, a pseudonym used by an anonymous author with expertise in the Cuban film industry. Imagine a Hollywood blockbuster filmed in the vibrant streets of Havana or a Netflix series exploring the island’s rich history. This vision could soon become a reality, as the Biden administration’s recent decision to ease decades-old…
  • Plaza de la Revolucion de Santiago ed Cuba. FIlm Cuba 2023
    Film Production in Cuba: The Guide to Cuba Production Services
    Cuba production services cover the full spectrum of filmmaking. You can consider this your Guide for Film Production in Cuba. Filming in Cuba can be a unique and exciting opportunity for filmmakers, offering a rich blend of Spanish colonial architecture, stunning beaches, and lush tropical scenery. However, producing a film abroad requires careful consideration of…
  • Filming in Cuba with the Arri ALexa LF.
    Filming Cuba: What you need to know in 2023
    Can Americans film in Cuba? Yes, Americans can film in Cuba, but they need to follow certain regulations and restrictions. Under the current US embargo on Cuba, most types of commercial activity, including filming, are prohibited without a license from the US Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). However, certain categories of travel,…

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