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Poland’s Pending Incentives Escalate Rebate Arms Race in Region
Posted by BrianDzyak in "Incentives"/Tax breaks, Czech Republic, European Union EU, Poland, Romania, Tax Incentives on November 5, 2018
By WILL TIZARD Poland’s pending film incentives law, offering filmmakers both foreign and domestic 30% cash back on production spends, has been the subject of intense scrutiny of late. Polish producers, who have been at a disadvantage in a region of Europe where others have long had incentives, are concerned that Poland’s package be competitive, […]
Why Hollywood franchises like ‘Mission: Impossible’ and ‘Star Wars’ treat London as a second home
Posted by BrianDzyak in "Incentives"/Tax breaks, California/Los Angeles, European Union EU, Tax Incentives, United Kingdom, United States on August 4, 2018
By Emily Zemler Jul 27, 2018 When Tom Cruise rushes to the peak of the iconic rooftop of the Tate Modern in “Mission: Impossible — Fallout,” it’s not just one of the film’s many thrilling action set pieces, it’s also a prime showcase for Hollywood’s latest home away from home. As U.S. film production continues […]
Lessons for the post-EU British film industry from the collapse of the Soviet Union
Posted by BrianDzyak in European Union EU, Russia, United Kingdom on July 6, 2016
Almost a week on from Brexit we have begun to see the ramifications of Britain’s vote to leave the European Union, both financially and politically. Very little attention has been paid, however, to the effect this vote has had on the cultural industries in Britain. Of course, any changes in the arts sector will occur […]
Brexit could threaten the Irish film industry warns IFB boss: ”Anything that prevents free trade or free movement is a problem’
Posted by BrianDzyak in European Union EU, United Kingdom on July 6, 2016
David Kearns The spectre of Brexit is threatening to derail much of the hard work that has seen the Irish film industry enjoy its most successful 12 months ever, industry experts have said. The warning came from the Irish Film Board (IFB), which said it has concerns over any changes to the common travel area […]
Why the EU’s plans for a single market in film need to be opposed
Posted by BrianDzyak in European Union EU, United Kingdom on June 9, 2016
Rebecca O’Brien If we prefer thought-provoking European films to formulaic blockbusters, we must halt this attempt to buffer the power of monopolistic players Ken Loach’s second Cannes Palme d’Or for his new film, I, Daniel Blake is the ultimate accolade for a politically engaged film-maker, whose body of work has consistently challenged establishment politics and the […]
Italian Film Industry Condemns Paramount’s EU Antitrust Deal
Posted by BrianDzyak in European Union EU, Italy, Studio on May 9, 2016
by Ariston Anderson Leaders in the Italian film industry say Paramount’s proposed actions will threaten the very core of the European audiovisual industry. The Italian film industry has condemned Paramount for offering concessions to the EU in an ongoing antitrust case. It joins the ranks of leaders in the European audiovisual industry who claim that the […]
Tax incentives for film and TV production around the world
Posted by BrianDzyak in Asia, Australiia, Canada, European Union EU, Middle East, South Africa, South America, Tax Incentives, United States on October 19, 2015
By REUTERS MADRID, Oct 18 (Reuters) – Many countries around the world offer tax rebates or tax credits to attract foreign film or TV productions, as well as animation or video game projects, which can boost local economies. Spain is trying to catch up, with a 15 percent rebate for international production costs up to a […]
European Film Industry Declares New Commitment to Gender Parity; Your Move, Hollywood
Posted by BrianDzyak in European Union EU, General on August 19, 2015
by Carolyn Cox Talk might be relatively cheap, but that doesn’t mean it’s not cause for optimism. During a conference on gender issues at the Sarajevo Film Festival, attendees from various film funds and ministries of culture agreed to declare a new commitment to advocating for policies that will correct the current gender gap in the […]
Independent films in Egypt, Middle East: coproductions and agendas
Posted by BrianDzyak in Egypt, European Union EU, General, Studio on May 27, 2015
As a part of Hybrid Reels programme, Mostafa Youssef of Seen Film Production led a discussion about film co-production as a source of funding Marwa Morgan Every weekend, cinemas in Cairo are filled with audiences eager to see the biggest releases, which have been advertised on billboards all over the city. Given this enthusiastic audience, […]
Europe’s Film Industry Unites to Increase Distribution in Europe
Posted by BrianDzyak in European Union EU on May 21, 2015
CANNES: European film industry associations are joining forces to improve the circulation of films in Europe. Four associations representing professionals from the entire film creation chain, the European Producers Club, Europa International, Europa Distribution and EuroVoD, announced the launch of a focus group to develop higher accessibility, distribution and circulation of films in Europe. The group will meet during summer […]
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