2016Legal / Business Practices forum
Practical advice for film production work in Cambodia
What the thread found
- Maintain copies of all essential equipment and supplies since local availability of production gear is limited and international shipping is unreliable.
- Drink bottled water and consume local yogurt products to maintain digestive health during the assignment.
- Keep permits accessible at all times and arrange local assistance to navigate regulatory requirements.
- Carry cash in small bills as informal payments are common when dealing with local bureaucracy and access issues.
- Wear closed shoes rather than sandals to prevent infections from minor cuts and wounds.
- Exercise caution with street food and only eat in locations where locals are present.
- Be aware that certain remote areas, particularly around temples, may still contain unexploded ordnance.
- Anticipate extreme heat and humidity that can cause skin irritation, especially in areas prone to sweating.
- Bring appropriate clothing for both hot and rainy conditions.
Depends on
- Advice based on experiences from around 2012 and earlier, with some mention that conditions may have improved since then.
- Specific recommendations vary by region within Cambodia (Phnom Penh versus Siem Reap versus coastal areas like Sihanoukville).
- Thailand was noted as the nearest location with reliable production equipment supply as of the time of posting.