Korda Studios (in
Hungarian: ''Korda Filmstúdió'') is a film studio complex in the wine-making village of
Etyek
Etyek () is a village in Fejér County, Hungary, approximately 30 km from Budapest. The area is surrounded by vineyards and is known for its wine-production. The Korda Studios
Korda Studios (in Hungarian language, Hungarian: ''Korda Films ...
; hence the nickname ''Etyekwood''. The studio is named after Sir
Alexander Korda
Sir Alexander Korda (; born Sándor László Kellner; ; 16 September 1893 – 23 January 1956) , Hungarian born British film producer, director and screenwriter, who founded his own film production studios and distribution company,
Denham Film Studios
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Notable films made at Denham include ''Brief Encounter'' and D ...
in Buckinghamshire, England.
History
Korda Studios were inaugurated in April 2007 and an additional sound stage was built in 2009. The studio was designed by Bastien and Associates Inc.
The first film produced at Korda Studios was ''
Hellboy II: The Golden Army'' of
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, directed by
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. Some scenes from the
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and
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series
The Last Kingdom
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, were filmed there in 2018.
Layout
Stages
Backlot Sets
Korda Studios has 15 hectares of back lot space, as well as 10 hectares of space consisting of existing sets.
References
External links
{{Commons, Etyekwood
''Company website''
Buildings and structures in Fejér County
Film production companies of Hungary
Hungarian film studios
Korda family