Our purpose, vision and values.
Durban Film Office markets and promotes Durban as a premier destination for Television, Film, Photo and Digital Media, while also nurturing the local content creators that continue to develop a creative film and entertainment community.
For Durban to be internationally recognised as a dynamic, creative, innovative and cost-effective production centre — where the film sector contributes significantly to the economy and profile of Durban and its citizens.
The goal is to support the creation of a viable and economically sustainable film and television sector in the City, where Durban filmmakers are renowned for creating high-quality content for local and international audiences.
Market Durban as a premier film and media production destination to local and international producers.
Nurture local content creators through funding, training and industry development programmes.
Provide a one-stop service centre for permitting, crew, locations and production logistics.
Link Durban filmmakers to global markets through the Durban FilmMart and international festivals.