Film industry awaits Narnia decision

The film industry expects to hear this week whether the sequel to "The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe" will be made in New Zealand.

It is being reported that Disney has abandoned its plans to film Prince Caspian here, opting to use Britain's Pinewood Studios instead.

The reports say that could leave about 200 crew members without work.

However, the executive director of the New Zealand Screen Council, Tim Thorpe, says no announcements have been made to the industry here.

He says people could find out what is happening in the next few days.

Mr Thorpe says changes to tax incentives for filmmakers in Britain may have a role in the decision.