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The Independent Film Parliament
Presents
Local Film Culture, Global Exchange
Wednesday 30th November 2005
Institut Français, London
A one-day event on policy for a thriving, diverse film culture
A government review of film policy is currently underway in the UK. Globally, UNESCO has launched a unique initiative to sustain diversity in the marketplace. This day offers the chance to debate what policy can deliver, and to offer independent feedback to the government review.
National and international speakers, active in filmmaking and policy, will lead the debate. Panellists will include Québécois actor, Pierre Curzi; cultural analyst Baroness Lola Young; author of "Blockbusters and Trade Wars", Peter S. Grant; the director of the National Film and Television School and Acting Chairman of The European Film Academy Nik Powell; Head of bfi Education, Cary Bazalgette and Director of Dochouse, Elizabeth Wood.
What policies do we need to keep our film culture diverse and thriving?ŠŠShould festivals be the best chance to see the range of international cinema?Š..Is there enough support for productions below the tax-break line?Š..What role for broadcasters in a pay-to-view era?Š..
Will international policy keep faith with tomorrow's viewers? What can the moving image offer as an architect of ideas and understanding in our diverse society?
REGISTRATION: please email or contact the IFP office on (44) 207 690 0124. On-line registration available mid-October.
Ticket prices: £40 (Individuals), £75 (institutions), Concessions available.
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Patrons: Baroness LOLA YOUNG, ALEX COX, MICHAEL NYMAN, SALLY POTTER, TILDA SWINTON
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