Bogotá as London — A Cinematic London in the Heart of Colombia
Looking for cost-effective, visually convincing London-like scenes? Bogotá delivers. With its Victorian-style architecture, misty cloudscapes, and European ambiance, it’s an ideal doubles location without the hassle of filming in the UK.
Why Choose Bogotá to Double as London
Historic Architecture: Tree-lined colonial boulevards and classic façades in Chapinero or La Candelaria evoke London’s Georgian and Victorian neighborhoods .
Iconic Fog & Weather: Bogotá’s high-altitude climate (about 2,640 m elevation) routinely brings low-hanging clouds and thin daylight—mood perfect for moody London scenes .
Urban Versatility: From grand plazas and modern business districts to quaint neighborhoods, Bogotá offers a range of “London” looks—from the Underground-vibe to leafy residential streets .
Ideal Film Scenarios
Drama and Period Film: Mysterious alleys, fog-drenched streets, and period-sounding architecture fit perfectly for detective noir, thriller, or period drama.
Commercials & Brand Imagery: Hotels, fashion, automotive—showcase London elegance with Bogotá flair.
Editorial & Fashion Shoots: Use Bogotá’s textured façades, leafy boulevards, and eclectic textures to conjure metropolitan charm and sophistication.
Red Creek Production Advantages
One-Stop Full-Service SupportFrom bidding and permits to crew sourcing and post-production—handled by our Bogotá office equipped for film, TV, commercials, and photo shoots .
Local Talent & CrewsSkilled local crews and vendors familiar with international production standards ensure top-quality results with seamless communication.
Cost & Logistics EfficiencyAvoid UK import duties, travel complexities, or location fees by shooting cost-effective Bogotá. Red Creek handles logistics, insurance, customs, and equipment transport.
Scouting DatabaseAccess curated, geo-tagged location imagery for Bogotá’s “London moments” from our massive regional database—find the visual fits fast.
Production Infrastructure
Base Airports & Transport: El Dorado International (Bogotá): major hub with flight links and freights to US/Europe .
Accommodation & Venues: Quality hotels, studios, turnkey venues, and service apartments in downtown Bogotá.
Permits & Regulations: Red Creek handles shooting permits (city, heritage, vehicle), traffic control, insurance, and carnet documents quickly and correctly.
Context & Credibility
Red Creek Productions—founded in New York City in 2002 by Nicolás and Iván Entel—is a top production services partner across the Americas . We collaborate with global agencies, studios, and brands such as Netflix, Amazon, HBO, Stella Artois, Ambev, Toyota, Apple, Google, and more.
Our Colombia track record includes working with stars like J. Balvin, Nicky Jam, and even Hugh Jackman in productions across Bogotá, Medellín, Cartagena, and coffee regions .
We follow Netflix-grade workflow for bidding, scheduling, safety, accounting, and delivery, using tools like Pix, Moxion, and ShotGrid—all supported by local offices in Buenos Aires, Costa Rica, Uruguay, and partner networks in Mexico, Brazil, Chile, and Colombia .