Central Asia - Where Film is Growing
ROBIN A. TOWNSEND
Producer • Director • Writer • International Production Bridge
I operate across the UK, Kyrgyzstan, and Kazakhstan with direct access to ministers, studios, celebrity circles, and top-tier production networks. I can open doors that are normally closed to foreign filmmakers — and convert that access into one thing:
Elite-level production value at a fraction of the usual price.
Why Central Asia Is the Most Untapped Production Goldmine
Kyrgyzstan & Kazakhstan offer:
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Tien Shan Mountains — Himalayan-level cinematic scale without Himalayan budgets.
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Mars-like deserts, red-rock canyons, and alien landscapes perfect for sci-fi and dystopia.
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Endless untouched wilderness bigger than most Western European countries.
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Authentic nomadic culture: yurts, villages, eagle hunters, horsemen, traditional warriors.
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Elite horse stunt teams capable of advanced action choreography.
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Extreme seasonal variety (snow, forests, lakes, deserts): several “worlds” in one region.
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70–90% cheaper than UK/US or European equivalents.
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Experienced local crews used to international projects.
This isn’t travel marketing.
This is first-hand, personal, operational access.
And I can take any producer straight into it.
What I Deliver
1. Full Production Strategy & Consultancy
Guiding producers, directors, and investors from early development to final wrap.
2. Line Producing & Production House Services
Complete on-the-ground execution, including:
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Location sourcing
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Stunts and horse units
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Local casting
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Government and ministry support
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Permits
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Logistics
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Vehicles and remote travel coordination
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Crew sourcing
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On-set operations
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Extreme-terrain solutions and risk management
3. Government-Level Access
I can secure restricted locations, high-clearance areas, cultural sites, military-level landscapes, and support that other foreign productions cannot obtain.
4. A True Bridge Between the UK and Central Asia
British producers benefit from a major financial advantage:
If the story remains culturally British, UK tax reliefs still apply, even when shooting 60–80% of the movie abroad.
This pushes production costs even lower and creates exceptional ROI.
Your Investment Advantage
A film budgeted at £10 million in the UK can be delivered in Kyrgyzstan for under £1 million — with equal scope and stronger visuals.
This is a major opportunity for:
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UK production houses
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US and European producers
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Independent filmmakers
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Streamers needing scale on tight budgets
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Investors seeking high-margin returns
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Series creators developing large-scale worldbuilding
The result:
World-class images and epic cinematic depth — for indie prices.
My Personal Capabilities
I work in English, Russian, Kyrgyz, and Kazakh, with access to full translation teams and local support networks.
I can operate as:
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Producer
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Director
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Writer
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Line Producer / Fixer
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Creative Lead
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On-screen talent, if required
I have access to:
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Celebrities and cultural figures
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Government contacts and ministries
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Local studios and equipment rental houses
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Stunt teams, horse units, and cultural performers
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Remote logistics, vehicles, and guides
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High-altitude, desert, and wilderness locations
You are not just getting a fixer — you’re getting a partner who can deliver the full spectrum of production.
Looking for Partners
I am currently seeking to collaborate with:
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UK production houses
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US & EU producers
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Independent directors
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Series creators
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Investors and financiers
If you want:
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Cinematic scale on controlled budgets
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A trusted production partner with high-level access
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Landscapes and action Western studios pay fortunes for
Then I can deliver it — efficiently, safely, and at a level that outperforms your budget.
Let’s Build Something With Scale
If you want to explore co-production, consultancy, or shooting your next feature or series in Central Asia, I’m open to partnerships now.
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