Every filmmaker, from major studios to independent producers, experiences some element of risk while filming in foreign countries. That is why, each year, Aon/Albert G Ruben, the largest entertainment insurance broker in the world, comprehensively measures and maps the risks filmmakers face across the globe.2005 Risks in Global Filmmaking Map (PDF, 2 MB)
The 2005 Risks in Global Filmmaking Map measures crime, corruption, kidnap and ransom, disease and medical care risks, and references terrorism and political risks.
- Crime identifies the risk for crimes including theft, robbery, street crime and assault.
- Organized Crime and Corruption reflects the likelihood that business will be affected by bribery, extortion or threats from organized crime elements or government corruption.
- Kidnap and Ransom identifies the kidnap and ransom risk that participants in filmmaking may encounter.
- Disease Risk reflects the prevalence of epidemic, communicable or tropical diseases.
- Medical Care Risk measures the extent to which medical care is available and meets modern standards.
Related: Aon also publishes a very interesting Global Political and Economic Risk map, which is available for the asking but requires you to register. This map covers risks of government interference, legal and regulatory risks, terrorism and war, currency and credit risks.
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