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Vertical Dramas and Choosing the Right Film Location

The way audiences watch entertainment is changing, and so are productions behind it. At Location Creation, we are seeing a rise in enquiries for modern film houses needed for vertical dramas.

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What is a Vertical Drama?

Vertical dramas are short-form series, filmed and viewed in portrait (9:16) specifically on smartphones. Episodes are much shorter, and so are the production schedules. Meaning there is more need for film locations that are ready to support this fast-paced industry.

Popular Location Creation Properties for Vertical Dramas:

Kew House
Macaulay Road
Telford Park
The Shrubbery: Vertical film coming out soon with Seastar Productions
St Edwards School

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Kew House
Macaulay Road
Telford Park
The Shrubbery
St Edwards School

How Do Vertical Productions Differ From Regular Film Productions?

Stories in micro dramas unfold through quick, engaging episodes that keep audiences hooked, catering to today’s shorter viewing habits. The format is intended to keep viewers engaged for as long as possible.

Vertical dramas are made for social media apps like TikTok, Instagram and YouTube Shorts. They are also consumed on subscription-based apps like Reelshort and Dramabox.

Industry Recognition:
The format has gained formal backing and festival space, highlighted by events like the Vertical Screen Renaissance at the Raindance Film Festival.

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Popular genres include:

Romance
Family/drama
Mystery and suspense
Comedy
Young adult fiction

Location Creation Houses Are Set Up For Production Success

Working with Location Creation helps streamline the process from initial shoot enquiry through to wrap day. Our film location houses have the requirements to ensure shoot days run as smoothly and efficiently as possible: