Behind the Scenes on “Race Across the World 3” in Canada

Behind the Scenes with Films.Solutions on “Race Across the World 3”

Unscripted moves fast. For Race Across the World 3, our team coordinated access, permits, bilingual crews, travel blocks and safety across Canadian provinces—often at documentary speed. This behind-the-scenes note shows how smart planning and local networks kept episodes on time without compromising story or safety.

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Nestled in the heart of Quebec City is the stunning Hotel Diamant, and it’s here that our story unfolds – an essential invisible story, silent but important. It’s not the story of the participants who cross Canada from one end to the other, but of the unsung heroes who ensured that every emotion, every challenge, was authentically captured and transmitted to audiences around the world. Welcome behind the scenes of “Race Across the World 3”, where the Films.Solutions team, led by Richard Duquette, played a crucial role in orchestrating the flawless running of stages 6 and 7 for the participants and the production team from England.

Quebec City, with its rich cultural history and natural beauty, became more than a checkpoint for the participants; it became a vibrant stage where every emotion and adventure was experienced and captured. Richard and Emilie from Films.Solutions became essential to the production, ensuring that every aspect of the production ran smoothly, from location scouting and restaurant recommendations to facilitating medical assistance for a participant, while maintaining confidentiality and guaranteeing the integrity of the production.

As participants roamed the beautiful streets of Quebec City’s old town, absorbing the cultural richness and embarking on adventures, the Films.Solutions team ensured that the production team, based at the Hotel Diamant, had everything they needed, 24/7. Whether it was ensuring the availability of resources or dealing with the unexpected, the team was there to make sure the show went off without a hitch.

The adventure was not without its challenges, however. A day after the main production team left Quebec City, Richard received an urgent call: a member of the chase team, tasked with taking additional footage along the participants’ route, had fallen ill with suspected COVID-19. Adapting quickly, Richard met with the cinematographer in Montreal, guided him to the optimal shooting locations and ensured that the rest of the trip to Nova Scotia could proceed smoothly and, of course, efficiently. The ill crew member, traveling alone in a separate vehicle, was safely isolated, avoiding any risk of contamination for the crew or the communities they came into contact with.

Peaceful view from the bottom of a large dune in Tadoussac, with the Saint-Laurent River in the background — Embracing Serenity: Tadoussac’s Dune Offers a Breathtaking Pause Amidst the ‘Race Across the World

A scenic view of Tadoussac beach with a harbor and numerous private boats in the background during location scouting. — The serene beach of Tadoussac unfolds a picturesque canvas, where the gentle waves whisper tales of distant travels to the shores. In the backdrop, the harbor, dotted with private boats, silently witnesses the ebbs and flows of time and tide. This tranquil scene was captured during our meticulous location scouting, seeking spots that not only serve the race’s logistical needs but also offer a momentary pause to admire the tranquil beauty enveloping the fervor of ‘Race Across the World 3’.

Two participants from 'Race Across the World 3' posing with vibrant mascots in the lively streets of Montreal. — In the heart of Montreal’s bustling streets, two participants from ‘Race Across the World 3’ share a playful moment with colorful local mascots. Amidst the race’s pulsating energy, these light-hearted encounters weave a thread of joy and unexpected friendship, crafting memories that linger beyond the rush of the competition and embedding a spirit of fun and camaraderie into the adventurous tapestry of the journey.

A serene view from a restaurant near Québec City, not focusing on the harbor or boats, but on the tranquil surroundings. — Finding Peace in Unexpected Corners

Scenic view from a restaurant near Québec City harbour, overlooking the Saint-Laurent River and a red Canadian Coastguard boat. — Navigating Gastronomy and Scenery in Unison

A vast crop field near Baie-Comeau, under a clear sky, explored during the task search for 'Race Across the World 3' participants. — Under the expansive embrace of a clear sky, the crop fields near Baie-Comeau stretch out in a serene display of agricultural beauty. As we scoured locations, seeking tasks for our ‘Race Across the World 3’ participants, this tranquil expanse whispered tales of the land and the hands that tenderly cultivate it, offering a moment of peaceful reflection amidst our bustling production journey.

A cameraman from the 'Race Across the World 3' team films a street musician in Québec City. — Capturing the Rhythms of the City

View of the beach in Tadoussac during location scouting for 'Race Across the World' — Exploring Tadoussac: A serene beach view captured during our meticulous location scouting for the ‘Race Across the World’ participants.

Meeting with the following crew at the iconic Orange Julep in Montreal during the 'Race Across the World 3' production. — The Films.Solutions team convenes with the following crew of ‘Race Across the World 3′ at Montreal’s famed Orange Julep, orchestrating the meticulous capture of stock shots that trace the participants’ adventurous routes.

A Sony FX9 camera perched on a tripod, stationed in an expansive field, capturing scenic views during the journey to Nova Scotia for 'Race Across the World 3' — The camera, our silent observer, stands solitary amidst a vast, tranquil field, capturing the untouched beauty that graces our path to Nova Scotia. It’s these serene moments, where nature speaks and we listen through our lenses, that weave an unspoken narrative throughout the ‘Race Across the World 3’ adventure

Sony FX9 camera filming a car-free Mont-Royal street in Montreal — Behind the Lens: Filming the vibrant and bustling Mont-Royal street, transformed into a pedestrian paradise.

Emilie from Films.Solutions smiling in a black SUV at Quebec Airport — A Warm Welcome: Emilie, our dedicated team member, eagerly awaiting the arrival of the ‘Race Across the World’ production team at Quebec Airport.

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