Despite repeated announcements and widespread promotion since 2020, Malta’s proposed national film sound stage has yet to materialise. Initially billed as a cornerstone development to modernise the island’s screen production capabilities, the project has become mired in delays, ambiguity, and a growing lack of transparency from those leading it—namely Film Commissioner Johann Grech and Culture Minister Owen Bonnici....
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NEWS Malta
July 12, 2025
MEIA pushes for sustainable Malta film industry
The Malta Entertainment Industry and Arts Association (MEIA) has issued a strong and carefully worded statement urging the Mediterrane Film Festival to undergo a fundamental transformation—from a primarily promotional and...
NEWS Malta
January 11, 2025
Fort Ricasoli Leasing Agreements Raise Questions
The Malta Film Commission (MFC), under the leadership of Johann Grech, has recently come under scrutiny due to several unresolved lease agreements with international filmmakers. The most notable concern is...
NEWS Malta
December 28, 2024
Julie Zahra Questions Johann Grech’s Credibility
Malta’s film industry, often celebrated for its potential to attract international productions and bolster cultural visibility, is now under scrutiny following a high-profile controversy. Julie Zahra, Shadow Minister for Culture,...
NEWS Malta
November 7, 2024
Malta cuts film rebate fund by €7M in 2025 budget
The Maltese film industry is set to experience significant budgetary changes in the coming year. While the government has decreased the cash rebate fund for film productions by €7 million,...