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Roughcut is a Malta-based production and post-production company focused on independent cinema, national film development, and European co-productions. We work with filmmakers to shape and execute ambitious projects from the ground up whether as lead producers or as line producers supporting international teams filming in Malta.
Our services span development support, budgeting, crew assembly, and line servicing for visiting productions, we help productions access the 40% cash rebate, offering practical guidance on how to meet the criteria while maximising local value.
Roughcut also offers end-to-end post-production, working alongside our trusted partners  to deliver editorial, sound, visual effects, finishing, and delivery for cinema, broadcast, and streaming. With a hybrid of in-house and remote-ready team, we ensure seamless workflows from shoot through to screen.
Whether you’re producing a national film, seeking a co-producing partner, or looking to complete post with precision and flexibility Roughcut is your creative and logistical partner in Malta.

ABOUT

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Roughcut is a Malta-based production company dedicated to developing and producing bold, independent films across Malta and Europe for the international market. We support visionary directors and writers, focusing on culturally resonant stories with strong cinematic appeal.

    Alongside our own slate, we also offer line production and servicing for foreign productions shooting in Malta. With access to local crew, equipment, permitting, and incentives (including Malta's 40% cash rebate), we assemble and manage productions from the ground up ensuring seamless execution, cost efficiency, and
    on-the-ground support tailored for international teams.

    What We Offer

    • Production Servicing

    • Local production management

    • Budgeting & cost control

    • Location scouting & permits

    • Crew sourcing & coordination

    • Equipment rental coordination

    • Casting & talent coordination

    • Scheduling & call sheet management

    • On-set supervision & workflow oversight

  • Roughcut provides complete post-production solutions for film, television, and digital content. Based in Malta with remote operations across Europe, our team supports international producers with editorial, finishing, and delivery services across every stage of the post-production pipeline.

    Our services include:

    • Data & Lab Services: Ingest, backup, sync, and dailies workflows.

    • Post-Workflow Coordination: From offline edit to mastering and delivery.

    • Editorial Team: Scripted narrative and documentary editing.

    • Post-Sound: Dialogue editing, sound design, ADR, mixing, and audio mastering.

    • Finishing: Colour grading, titling, and subtitles.

    • Multi-Deliverables Export: Deliverables for platforms.

    • DCP: Digital Cinema Packages for theatrical screenings and festival delivery.

    We tailor each workflow to the creative and technical demands of your project whether you’re finishing an indie feature, delivering to a streamer, or prepping for festival circuits.

  • Roughcut Films provides comprehensive commercial servicing solutions for international and local productions filming in Malta. We act as a trusted production partner, delivering streamlined execution across all stages from pre-production planning to post-production workflow management.

    With extensive experience across narrative features, documentaries, and commercial work, we understand the precision, pace, and logistical control required in commercial production. Our approach combines structured production systems with creative sensitivity, ensuring that both brand integrity and cinematic quality are preserved.

  • Roughcut offers dedicated consultation support for emerging filmmakers, first-time producers, and international teams looking to set up projects in Malta or the EU, both local and for co-production.

    Our consultation services are designed to help you navigate the complex landscape of film production and post, from development through delivery, with the confidence and clarity you need to move forward.

    We offer guidance in:

    • Production Planning – Understanding and plan a strategy for your production.

    • Creative Development Support – Helping shape your project’s scope, tone, and visual strategy.

    • First-Time Director/Producer Mentorship – Step-by-step coaching on setting up a production, managing a shoot.

    • Incentives & Rebate Guidance – Understanding and accessing Malta’s 40% film rebate and other funding routes.

    Whether you're launching your debut film or setting up an international co-production in Malta, Roughcut’s consultation services provide you with a production-savvy partner who can help you do it right, the first time.

We offer a range of services to meet the needs of every client. Have something else in mind? We'd be happy to work with you to create a custom quote.

Working closely with our trusted partners