Select articles from the archives
The following are select articles about Malta's film industry published over the last two decades with arguments, proposals and assessments of the producing and servicing aspects of the film industry. For access to the full list of archives please write to us.
A challenging future for the film servicing industry
August 24, 2012 - The Times of Malta
Malta can easily become one of the most popular and film-friendly islands in the world, writes MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE
Money for a film industry
August 17, 2012 - The Times of Malta
MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE suggests ways of how the Malta Film Fund, an excellent initiative for starting an indigenous industry, can maximise its chances of reaching its goals.
Good storyboarding for film servicing industry
March 10, 2011 - The Times of Malta
An EDITORIAL
Fears of local crew shortage as film productions flow in
February 14, 2011 - The Times of Malta
by CLAUDIA CALLEJA
Dwejra: An intelligent way forward
November 29, 2010 - The Times of Malta
MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE proposes ways MEPA can learn from the recent Dwejra incident.
Don't blame the industry!
November 4, 2010 - The Times of Malta
Following the "Dwejra incident", MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE argues that the majority of film productions highly respect environmental regulations.
It is now time for action
February 24, 2010 - The Times of Malta
MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE calls for enough of studies and reports. It's time for action for the film industry to grow.
Malta's no-show at the advertising 'Oscars'
June 27, 2008 - The Times of Malta
MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE questions why there is not one single participation by a Maltese company at the Cannes Lions Festival.
PCP urges Malta to follow the right cues
December 27, 2008 - The Times of Malta
About the possible future of Malta's film servicing industry in light of the global recession.
Riding the wave
January 5, 2008 - The Times of Malta
A PCP review about the current boost of film work, the new incentives and the crew shortage problems that persist in the industry.
A Road for Malta
December 30, 2006 - The Times of Malta
MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE looks at what Malta needs to do to develop its indigenous and servicing industry.
Blue Sky Thinking
October, 2005 - Screen International
Malta has been attracting film-makers for decades - but is facing increased competition from other low-cost production hubs. GEOFFREY MACNAB looks at how the Mediterranean island is luring foreign producers.
Missing the Train...or not?
November 24, 2004 - The Times of Malta
MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE urges government to introduce financial incentives
Creating a film producing industry
November 20, 2003 - The Times Business
There is no reason why Malta cannot be a real player on the world stage by generating a home-grown production industry, argues MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE
Developing our film servicing industry
November 13, 2003 - The Times Business
MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE writes about the cost of filming in Malta, financial incentives and ways to bring more productions to Malta.
Malta Film Industry: Realities on the ground and opportunities for Malta
November 7, 2003 - A seminar organised by the American-Maltese Chamber of Commerce
MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE talks about Malta's potential for the film servicing industry and for an indigenous one.
Helen of Troy leaves her mark in Malta's film history
August 29, 2003 - The Times of Malta
MALCOLM SCERRI FERRANTE takes a look at how the USA Cable TV Series maximised Malta's locations and acting talent.
The Island of Everywhere
April 18, 2002 - The Times of London
DANIEL ROSENTHAL takes a look at Malta's film servicing industry and the island's ability to portray several countries.
How can Malta attract more film productions?
April 30, 2001 - The Times of Malta
The Country's Agenda of Times of Malta asks MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE
In appreciation of Paul Avellino
April 18, 2000 - The Times of Malta
MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE writes in appreciation of the co-founder of the famous water tank facility company who has just passed away.
Missing the boat
n/a, 2000 - The Times of Malta
MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE writes about how financial incentives can help build the industry
Developing the local film industry
June 16, 1999 - The Times of Malta
JOSETTE CASSAR interviews MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE about the recent developments in Malta's film industry and the future that lies ahead.
Building a future for a local film industry
June 18, 1997 - The Times of Malta
JOSETTE CASSAR interviews MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE about building a film industry by training local crews and investing in co-productions.
A challenging future for the film servicing industry
August 24, 2012 - The Times of Malta
Malta can easily become one of the most popular and film-friendly islands in the world, writes MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE
Money for a film industry
August 17, 2012 - The Times of Malta
MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE suggests ways of how the Malta Film Fund, an excellent initiative for starting an indigenous industry, can maximise its chances of reaching its goals.
Good storyboarding for film servicing industry
March 10, 2011 - The Times of Malta
An EDITORIAL
Fears of local crew shortage as film productions flow in
February 14, 2011 - The Times of Malta
by CLAUDIA CALLEJA
Dwejra: An intelligent way forward
November 29, 2010 - The Times of Malta
MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE proposes ways MEPA can learn from the recent Dwejra incident.
Don't blame the industry!
November 4, 2010 - The Times of Malta
Following the "Dwejra incident", MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE argues that the majority of film productions highly respect environmental regulations.
It is now time for action
February 24, 2010 - The Times of Malta
MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE calls for enough of studies and reports. It's time for action for the film industry to grow.
Malta's no-show at the advertising 'Oscars'
June 27, 2008 - The Times of Malta
MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE questions why there is not one single participation by a Maltese company at the Cannes Lions Festival.
PCP urges Malta to follow the right cues
December 27, 2008 - The Times of Malta
About the possible future of Malta's film servicing industry in light of the global recession.
Riding the wave
January 5, 2008 - The Times of Malta
A PCP review about the current boost of film work, the new incentives and the crew shortage problems that persist in the industry.
A Road for Malta
December 30, 2006 - The Times of Malta
MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE looks at what Malta needs to do to develop its indigenous and servicing industry.
Blue Sky Thinking
October, 2005 - Screen International
Malta has been attracting film-makers for decades - but is facing increased competition from other low-cost production hubs. GEOFFREY MACNAB looks at how the Mediterranean island is luring foreign producers.
Missing the Train...or not?
November 24, 2004 - The Times of Malta
MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE urges government to introduce financial incentives
Creating a film producing industry
November 20, 2003 - The Times Business
There is no reason why Malta cannot be a real player on the world stage by generating a home-grown production industry, argues MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE
Developing our film servicing industry
November 13, 2003 - The Times Business
MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE writes about the cost of filming in Malta, financial incentives and ways to bring more productions to Malta.
Malta Film Industry: Realities on the ground and opportunities for Malta
November 7, 2003 - A seminar organised by the American-Maltese Chamber of Commerce
MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE talks about Malta's potential for the film servicing industry and for an indigenous one.
Helen of Troy leaves her mark in Malta's film history
August 29, 2003 - The Times of Malta
MALCOLM SCERRI FERRANTE takes a look at how the USA Cable TV Series maximised Malta's locations and acting talent.
The Island of Everywhere
April 18, 2002 - The Times of London
DANIEL ROSENTHAL takes a look at Malta's film servicing industry and the island's ability to portray several countries.
How can Malta attract more film productions?
April 30, 2001 - The Times of Malta
The Country's Agenda of Times of Malta asks MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE
In appreciation of Paul Avellino
April 18, 2000 - The Times of Malta
MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE writes in appreciation of the co-founder of the famous water tank facility company who has just passed away.
Missing the boat
n/a, 2000 - The Times of Malta
MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE writes about how financial incentives can help build the industry
Developing the local film industry
June 16, 1999 - The Times of Malta
JOSETTE CASSAR interviews MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE about the recent developments in Malta's film industry and the future that lies ahead.
Building a future for a local film industry
June 18, 1997 - The Times of Malta
JOSETTE CASSAR interviews MALCOLM SCERRI-FERRANTE about building a film industry by training local crews and investing in co-productions.