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The document discusses several key aspects of the British film industry: - It identifies the main organizations that support and promote British film, including the BFI and UK Film Council. - It notes that a film needs to meet three of six criteria to qualify as a British film, such as having a British director or production company. - It examines box office figures from a sample weekend, finding that while some British films made the top 10, Hollywood blockbusters dominated earnings.
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The document discusses several key aspects of the British film industry:
- It identifies the main organizations that support and promote British film, including the BFI and UK Film Council.
- It outlines the criteria for a film to be considered British, such as having a British director or being based on a British story.
- It examines box office data from a sample weekend which shows that while US films dominated the top spots, several British films also performed well, indicating the British industry can attract audiences.
What makes a film british
To be considered a British film, a film must pass a cultural test administered by the UK film council. The test contains 31 points across 4 sections - cultural content, cultural contribution, cultural hubs, and cultural practitioners. A film needs at least 16 points to pass the test. Being designated a British film provides tax relief for film production companies of up to 25% for films spending less than £20 million or 20% for films spending more. In addition to passing the cultural test, British films must be intended for theatrical release and have minimum UK production spending of 25%.
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The British film industry faces significant challenges competing with Hollywood for distribution and audiences. Hollywood distributes over 80% of films shown in UK theaters and its stars are more recognizable to British audiences. In contrast, the British film industry is much smaller and operates more as a "cottage industry" with 95% of production companies employing fewer than 10 people. While Britain has impressive filmmaking infrastructure and facilities, Hollywood has been more successful at continually reinventing itself, investing in new technologies, and retaining international distribution rights to profits from its films for many years. As a result, audiences in the UK predominantly choose to see Hollywood productions.
What defines a British film?
The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) is responsible for setting policy to support the British film industry through funding, tax incentives, and the Cultural Test, which determines if a film qualifies as British; the DCMS works with organizations like the British Film Institute (BFI) and provides lottery funding and financial support for production. The DCMS also negotiates co-production agreements and issues film certificates to allow companies to claim tax relief.
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The document discusses factors that define a British film, including whether the story/setting, director, cast, financing, and intended audience are British. It provides examples of films like "Control" and "This is England" that would qualify as British films according to recent UK government criteria focusing on cultural hubs (UK production), cultural practitioners (UK cast and crew), and cultural content (British setting and characters). Readers are asked to discuss films that meet these criteria in small groups.
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There are several key factors that influence the kinds of films that get made today. One major influence is the target audience and who is most likely to see films in cinemas. As shown in the table of cinema-going by age, the largest audience is those aged 15-24, which is the target demographic for many blockbuster films.
Properties that already have brand recognition and a built-in fanbase are attractive to studios as they are seen as less risky investments. For example, the Hannah Montana website example demonstrates the huge popularity of that franchise among young girls. Similarly, the X-Men comic and films show how comic book properties with loyal
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The document discusses several key aspects of the British film industry:
- It identifies the main organizations that support and promote British film, including the BFI and UK Film Council.
- It outlines the criteria for a film to be considered British, such as having a British director or being based on a British story.
- It examines box office data from a sample weekend which shows that while US films dominated the top spots, several British films also performed well, indicating the British industry can attract audiences.
What makes a film british
To be considered a British film, a film must pass a cultural test administered by the UK film council. The test contains 31 points across 4 sections - cultural content, cultural contribution, cultural hubs, and cultural practitioners. A film needs at least 16 points to pass the test. Being designated a British film provides tax relief for film production companies of up to 25% for films spending less than £20 million or 20% for films spending more. In addition to passing the cultural test, British films must be intended for theatrical release and have minimum UK production spending of 25%.
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The British film industry faces significant challenges competing with Hollywood for distribution and audiences. Hollywood distributes over 80% of films shown in UK theaters and its stars are more recognizable to British audiences. In contrast, the British film industry is much smaller and operates more as a "cottage industry" with 95% of production companies employing fewer than 10 people. While Britain has impressive filmmaking infrastructure and facilities, Hollywood has been more successful at continually reinventing itself, investing in new technologies, and retaining international distribution rights to profits from its films for many years. As a result, audiences in the UK predominantly choose to see Hollywood productions.
What defines a British film?
The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) is responsible for setting policy to support the British film industry through funding, tax incentives, and the Cultural Test, which determines if a film qualifies as British; the DCMS works with organizations like the British Film Institute (BFI) and provides lottery funding and financial support for production. The DCMS also negotiates co-production agreements and issues film certificates to allow companies to claim tax relief.
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Here is a draft response to the question using the provided material and case studies:
There are several key factors that influence the kinds of films that get made today. One major influence is the target audience and who is most likely to see films in cinemas. As shown in the table of cinema-going by age, the largest audience is those aged 15-24, which is the target demographic for many blockbuster films.
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3) Major production companies receive funding from domestic organizations and sometimes partner with Hollywood to distribute films more widely.
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2) The British Film Institute funds various aspects of the film industry like script development, production, distribution and exports, as well as education and cultural programs, with £15 million annually though most applicants are rejected.
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Warp Films is an independent film company based in London and Sheffield that produces low-budget films that often go on to critical and commercial success. They receive funding from various UK sources like the BFI and Film4. While their films have small budgets, many end up profitable at the box office and win numerous awards. Some of their most acclaimed films that found both success and acclaim include This is England and Submarine. Their ability to produce unique films on tight budgets that resonate with audiences is what makes Warp Films a successful independent studio.
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- 2012 was a strong year for British film, with successful films like Harry Potter and The King's Speech.
- UK films earned 17% of the $33 billion worldwide box office in 2011.
- The King's Speech was a huge commercial and critical success, grossing over $414 million worldwide.
- Issues like the transition to digital projection and the decline in DVD sales present challenges for the industry.
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3) Major production companies receive funding from domestic organizations and sometimes partner with Hollywood to distribute films more widely.
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- Issues like the transition to digital projection and the decline in DVD sales present challenges for the industry.
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The UK Film Council was established in 2000 by the UK government to support and promote the British film industry. It distributed around £27 million per year from the national lottery to support film production, development, distribution, and exhibition. It worked with regional screen agencies and the BFI. In 2010, the UK Film Council was dismantled and its responsibilities were transferred to the BFI. The BFI now handles film funding in the UK, including distributing lottery money to short filmmakers. Several regional and national funds still exist to support short filmmakers, festivals are also important for promotion.
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1. The film industry involves three stages: production, distribution, and exhibition. Production involves creating the film, distribution gets the film to audiences, and exhibition is when audiences view the film.
2. The document discusses funding methods for films, including studio funding, government funding, presales, and crowdfunding. It also discusses the differences between the Hollywood and British film industries.
3. The Hollywood system relies on large conglomerates and aims to produce big-budget, high-concept films to appeal to global audiences. The British industry is smaller and produces more low-budget, socially-focused films that target domestic audiences.
Part 2 fundin and suppor
The UK Film Council was established in 2000 to support the British film industry and was dissolved in 2011 with its responsibilities handed over to the British Film Institute (BFI). The UK Film Council distributed funding through regional screen agencies to support production, development, distribution and exhibition of films across the UK. As a short filmmaker, there are now several funds one could apply to outside of the BFI, including the London Borough Film Fund Challenge, The Shorts Support Scheme, and Virgin Media Shorts.
Part 2 fundin and suppor
The UK Film Council was established in 2000 to support the British film industry and was dissolved in 2011 with its responsibilities handed over to the British Film Institute (BFI). The UK Film Council distributed around £27 million annually from the national lottery to support film production, development, distribution and more. It also supported short filmmakers through three funds totaling nearly £17 million. Regional Screen Agencies received funding from the UK Film Council to support production, training, exhibitions and more in their regions. Since the UK Film Council closed, the BFI now handles film funding, including £18 million annually for feature film development and production and the BFI Shorts scheme managed by Lighthouse Productions. Short filmmakers now apply to different funds like
Part 2 and 3
The UK Film Council (UKFC) was established in 2000 by the Labour government to develop and promote the UK film industry. It invested lottery funding into various programs that supported emerging filmmakers, ambitious projects, and over 100 short films per year. In 2011, the UKFC was dismantled by the Conservative government and its roles and funding were transferred to the BFI. The BFI had historically focused on film archives and education prior to taking over the UKFC's responsibilities of investing in film production and development. It now distributes lottery funds and supports filmmakers through programs like its short film fund.
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The UK film industry had total revenues of over £4.1 billion in 2016, up from £4 billion in 2013. Cinema admissions were down 2% year-over-year but have remained relatively stable since 2007. Public funding for film in the UK reached £523 million in 2016, up 26% from 2015, largely due to an increase in film tax relief. The top two films of 2016 were Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.
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This document discusses what defines a "British film" and examines some examples. It provides several potential definitions from the UK Film Council, including films that are principally shot in the UK with a British crew/cast, financed from within the UK, set in the UK, or address British identity and society. To qualify as British, a film need only meet 16 out of 32 possible criteria, such as representing British culture, heritage, or creativity. The document then analyzes whether the films "The Bourne Ultimatum" and "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" meet the definitions to be considered British films. It concludes by outlining the ongoing debate around whether British cinema should aim to represent British culture for a domestic audience
03 g322 section b the british film industry 2013
The document discusses the British film industry in 2011-2012. It notes that 2011 was a strong year for British film, with successful independent films like The King's Speech and The Inbetweeners Movie. It provides statistics on the UK film industry's performance internationally and success of British talent abroad. Some key points made are that UK films earned 17% of the $33 billion worldwide box office in 2011, the industry generated over £1.5 billion for the British economy, and British films and talent won numerous awards. The summary highlights the success of British films in 2011 both at home and abroad.
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- 1. The British Film Industry LO: To identify key issues within the British Film industry LO: To evaluate whether the British Film industry is popular with audiences Thursday 26 th March 2009 Thinking question: Why have a British film industry?
- 2. Who does what in the British Film Industry? Aims to support, develop and promote the art forms of the moving image An independent, non-governmental body which classifies and censors film, video as well as computer and console-based games released in the UK. The official UK agency for international cultural relations. Its Film Department promotes new British films (features and shorts), internationally principally through festivals and showcases. Portal site britfilms.com Promotes understanding and appreciation of Britain's rich film and television heritage and culture. Government backed lead agency for film in the UK ensuring that the economic, cultural and educational aspects of film are effectively represented at home and abroad.
- 3. Main British Production Companies Can you name films by these production companies? Ext: Who dominates the UK film industry?
- 5. How do British films attract mainstream audiences? Ext: How are they distinct from Hollywood blockbusters?
- 6. This research uncovered an audience typology that helped to inform the department’s ongoing audience development activities. Briefly, the cinema types uncovered were as follows: Mainstream : unlikely ever to view anything other than major ‘Hollywood’ style blockbusters. Mainstream plus : generally mainstream, but apt to see less mainstream films on a few occasions. Aficionados : tend to view a mix of films, including major foreign language titles, and can be encouraged to become even more adventurous in their viewing choices. Film Buffs1 : eschew mainstream films in favour of more extreme, esoteric, challenging and difficult subject matter (specialised) films. AUDIENCE TYPES
- 7. £7,724,653 Total £71,952 Ita/Fra Il Divo 15 £101,752 UK The Age of Stupid 14 £119,041 USA/Ger Hotel for Dogs 13 £126,630 USA The Unborn 12 £158,414 USA Confessions of a Shopaholic 11 £161,880 UK Bronson 10 £201,250 USA Bolt 9 £387,399 UK The Young Victoria 8 £416,356 UK Slumdog Millionaire 7 £484,808 USA Gran Torino 6 £594,510 USA/Can Watchmen 5 £648,634 UK Lesbian Vampire Killers 4 £796,244 USA Duplicity 3 £1,289,513 USA Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2 £2,166,270 USA Marley & Me 1 Weekend Gross Country of Origin Title Rank Weekend 20 Mar - 22 Mar 2009 UK box office – audience consumption
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