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The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) is a non-profit organization that examines and rates films and videos according to age ratings before they are released in the United Kingdom. The BBFC was originally established in 1912 as the British Board of Film Censors to classify films nationally and protect children from unsuitable media content. Now over 100 years later, the BBFC continues to classify and censor cinema films in the UK as an independent, non-governmental body funded by the film industry.
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The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) is an independent, non-governmental organization that has been classifying films shown in UK cinemas since 1912 and is funded by the film industry. The BBFC is responsible for the national classification and censorship of films in the United Kingdom to determine the appropriate age rating.
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Directors and producers can pitch film ideas and request funding from media institutions. The document discusses four major UK institutions: the BBC, UK Film Council, Vertigo Films, and Film4. The UK Film Council has backed over 900 films, the BBC is a leader in British independent films, Vertigo Films distributes commercially driven independent films, and Film4 showcases a wide variety of British and international films. The author would consider all four institutions to distribute their media product for their success and ability to attract UK and international audiences.
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Warp film
Warp Film is an independent British film company based in London and Sheffield. As an independent studio, it has more limited funding than major studios but seeks financing from various UK film councils and organizations. It stresses the importance of using short films to impress potential funders and get noticed. Some of Warp Film's biggest successes include This Is England, which won several awards, and Submarine, which had a small £1.2 million budget but made over £2 million in profits. However, some of its films like Bunny and the Bull and Grow Your Own were financial flops. Warp Film's success is attributed to securing funding from multiple UK sources and producing low-budget films that are acclaimed and commercially successful.
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Vertigo Films would be the most suitable media institution to distribute a low-budget British film because:
1) Vertigo Films is a UK media company that specializes in creating and distributing commercially viable independent cinema projects.
2) They focus on addressing audiences in a careful way and producing films within tight budgets.
3) Their approach to budgets and technology allows them to effectively distribute low-budget British films to targeted audiences.
What kind of media institution might distribute your media product and why?
This document discusses different types of media institutions that could potentially distribute a film product. It explains that media institutions include companies that disseminate media products to audiences, such as distributing films to cinemas nationally or internationally, or later to stores to sell DVDs or soundtracks. It also notes that institutions can fund film projects by agreeing to back directors' or producers' pitches. The document then examines specific popular UK institutions like the BBC, UK Film Council, Vertigo Films, and Film4 that have distributed films like "Last Resort," "This is England," and "Half Nelson." It provides details on the goals and practices of each institution in identifying and supporting new filmmakers and projects.
Part 2 - Funding and Support
The UK Film Council aimed to support short films and develop new filmmakers through various funding schemes for areas like script development, production, distribution, and education. After it was dismantled, most of its functions transferred to the British Film Institute (BFI), including lottery funding for British film development and production. Regional Screen Agencies also helped fund short filmmakers across the UK, though their role may change following structural changes.
Institution research
BBC Films and Film4 Productions are two British production companies that produce independent British films. BBC Films produces around 8 films per year and aims to make ambitious British films through partnerships with major distributors. Film4 is Channel 4 Television's film division that develops and co-finances UK films. Both companies have produced acclaimed and award-winning films in the past such as Billy Elliot, Fish Tank, Kicks, Slumdog Millionaire, and Ex Machina.
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The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) is an independent, non-governmental organization that has been classifying films shown in UK cinemas since 1912 and is funded by the film industry. The BBFC is responsible for the national classification and censorship of films in the United Kingdom to determine the appropriate age rating.
Q3
Directors and producers can pitch film ideas and request funding from media institutions. The document discusses four major UK institutions: the BBC, UK Film Council, Vertigo Films, and Film4. The UK Film Council has backed over 900 films, the BBC is a leader in British independent films, Vertigo Films distributes commercially driven independent films, and Film4 showcases a wide variety of British and international films. The author would consider all four institutions to distribute their media product for their success and ability to attract UK and international audiences.
Instittional research
researching which institutions will be the most beneficial to the production and distribution of our short film
Warp film
Warp Film is an independent British film company based in London and Sheffield. As an independent studio, it has more limited funding than major studios but seeks financing from various UK film councils and organizations. It stresses the importance of using short films to impress potential funders and get noticed. Some of Warp Film's biggest successes include This Is England, which won several awards, and Submarine, which had a small £1.2 million budget but made over £2 million in profits. However, some of its films like Bunny and the Bull and Grow Your Own were financial flops. Warp Film's success is attributed to securing funding from multiple UK sources and producing low-budget films that are acclaimed and commercially successful.
Evaluation Question 3- What kind of media instituion might distribute your me...
Vertigo Films would be the most suitable media institution to distribute a low-budget British film because:
1) Vertigo Films is a UK media company that specializes in creating and distributing commercially viable independent cinema projects.
2) They focus on addressing audiences in a careful way and producing films within tight budgets.
3) Their approach to budgets and technology allows them to effectively distribute low-budget British films to targeted audiences.
What kind of media institution might distribute your media product and why?
This document discusses different types of media institutions that could potentially distribute a film product. It explains that media institutions include companies that disseminate media products to audiences, such as distributing films to cinemas nationally or internationally, or later to stores to sell DVDs or soundtracks. It also notes that institutions can fund film projects by agreeing to back directors' or producers' pitches. The document then examines specific popular UK institutions like the BBC, UK Film Council, Vertigo Films, and Film4 that have distributed films like "Last Resort," "This is England," and "Half Nelson." It provides details on the goals and practices of each institution in identifying and supporting new filmmakers and projects.
Part 2 - Funding and Support
The UK Film Council aimed to support short films and develop new filmmakers through various funding schemes for areas like script development, production, distribution, and education. After it was dismantled, most of its functions transferred to the British Film Institute (BFI), including lottery funding for British film development and production. Regional Screen Agencies also helped fund short filmmakers across the UK, though their role may change following structural changes.
Institution research
BBC Films and Film4 Productions are two British production companies that produce independent British films. BBC Films produces around 8 films per year and aims to make ambitious British films through partnerships with major distributors. Film4 is Channel 4 Television's film division that develops and co-finances UK films. Both companies have produced acclaimed and award-winning films in the past such as Billy Elliot, Fish Tank, Kicks, Slumdog Millionaire, and Ex Machina.
Mashud q6
The UK Film Council, BBC Films, Vertigo Films, and Film Four are major film institutions in the UK that support the production and distribution of British films. The UK Film Council has backed over 900 films to make the UK a global center for film and supports new directors. BBC Films finds and develops new talent to produce independent British films. Vertigo Films creates commercially driven independent films using new technologies while paying attention to budgets. Film Four showcases British and international films and partners with Warp X Films to challenge films budgets and expand niche audiences. These institutions would likely distribute a UK-based social realist film.
Warp film
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.
Funding and support
The UK Film Council was a charity that awarded National Lottery funding to support film production, distribution, education, and research in the UK. It also supported short filmmakers and independent distributors. Prior to the Film Council, the British Film Institute (BFI) was a private company that received some public funding. Since the government dismantled the Film Council, most of its functions have been transferred to the BFI, including distributing National Lottery funding for new British films. The Regional Screen Agencies also helped fund short films across the UK until changes to funding structures.
Part 2
The UK Film Council was a charity that awarded National Lottery funding to support film production, distribution, education, and research in the UK. It also supported short filmmakers and independent distributors. Prior to the Film Council, the British Film Institute (BFI) was a private company that received some public funding. Since the government dismantled the Film Council, most of its functions have been transferred to the BFI, including distributing National Lottery funding for new British films. The Regional Screen Agencies also helped fund short films across the UK until changes to funding structures.
Mashud q3
The UK Film Council backs over 900 films to support upcoming British directors and make the UK a global center for film. They partner with other organizations to fund low-budget films appealing to niche audiences. BBC Films, Vertigo Films, and Film Four similarly produce and distribute independent British films, with an emphasis on authenticity and developing new talent on limited budgets. These institutions would be suitable to distribute a new UK-based social realist film.
Defining British Film
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.
The British Film Industry, CGS
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 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.
The British Film Industry 2, CGS
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.
History bbfc
The British Board of Film Classification was established in 1912 to bring uniformity to varying local film censorship standards in the UK. It aims to classify films and videos in a way that is acceptable nationally while remaining independent of industry and political influences. The BBFC's role expanded in 1984 when it was designated to classify videos in addition to films. It adopted its current name to reflect this broader remit and now operates according to published Guidelines that are reviewed regularly based on public consultation.
Section a revision SECTION A
The document discusses several aspects of the British film industry:
1) The industry maintains independence by meeting cultural tests with British cast/crew and receiving funding from domestic sources like the UK Film Council.
2) Films are profitable by keeping budgets low which ensures more earnings, and hiring British talent and production companies to retain funds within the country.
3) Major production companies receive funding from domestic organizations and sometimes partner with Hollywood to distribute films more widely.
British film lesson SECTION A
The document discusses the British film industry and what makes a film British. It explains that the British Film Council and British Council work to promote and support the British film industry. The British Council defines six criteria for a film to be considered British, including having a British producer, director, cast, or subject matter related to the British experience. The document asks students to analyze film trailers and determine if they meet the criteria to be classified as British films.
Horror
The document discusses several aspects of British film including:
1) Defining what constitutes a "British film" is challenging due to the diversity of British culture but it generally includes films shot in the UK with a British crew/cast, financed in the UK, or addressing British identity.
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.
3) A film can be considered British if it meets 3 criteria such as having a British producer, production team, director, or predominantly British cast and subject matter relevant to British experience.
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%.
Institutions two
The UK Film Council, Film Four, and Vertigo Films are three institutions that could potentially distribute the filmmakers' opening sequence. The UK Film Council distributes around £54 million annually from the lottery and government to support short films and film production. Film Four invests around £500,000 per film for their 20 films produced per year, making their budget suitable. Vertigo Films is an independent film company that funds films of varying budgets and allows films to be downloaded, helping redistribute films and provide new experiences, making them the best institution to exhibit the filmmakers' opening sequence.
British film council
The British Film Council aims to promote and develop British film and television. It provides over £54 million in funding annually from the National Lottery and government for activities like script development, film production, short films, cinema, and film education. For a film to be considered British, it must meet criteria such as being directed and produced by British citizens and telling a distinctly British story. The Council works with industry partners to create a sustainable British film industry and provides direct financial support to culturally British film productions.
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.
The film industry by fateha
The film industry includes companies involved in film production, distribution, and screening. It is a large, interconnected industry where production companies make films that are then distributed to movie theaters and other platforms. In the UK, the film industry contributes over £4.3 billion annually to the economy and UK films accounted for 7% of the global box office in 2009. Major film companies in the UK include Film4 and Universal Studios.
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Bollywood movies are shown in major cinema chains like Vue, Odeon, and Cineworld in the UK, particularly in cinemas located in areas with large Asian populations, such as Stratford Westfield. Hindi films first became popular globally in the 1940s and the highest grossing Bollywood movie to date is Pk which earned $100 million.
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Brief outline of how the British Film industry works including funding. Used as part of a WJEC Film Studies course
Part 2 fundin and support
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 annually from the national lottery to support film production, development, distribution, and more. It also helped support short filmmakers through several funds totaling nearly £17 million. In 2011, the UK Film Council was dismantled under the new Conservative-led government and its roles and responsibilities were transferred to the British Film Institute (BFI). The BFI now handles film funding in the UK, including £18 million annually for the film fund to support development, production and completion of feature films and shorts. It also oversees the BFI Shorts scheme for short films.
Part 2 fundin and support
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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The UK Film Council, BBC Films, Vertigo Films, and Film Four are major film institutions in the UK that support the production and distribution of British films. The UK Film Council has backed over 900 films to make the UK a global center for film and supports new directors. BBC Films finds and develops new talent to produce independent British films. Vertigo Films creates commercially driven independent films using new technologies while paying attention to budgets. Film Four showcases British and international films and partners with Warp X Films to challenge films budgets and expand niche audiences. These institutions would likely distribute a UK-based social realist film.
Warp film
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.
Funding and support
The UK Film Council was a charity that awarded National Lottery funding to support film production, distribution, education, and research in the UK. It also supported short filmmakers and independent distributors. Prior to the Film Council, the British Film Institute (BFI) was a private company that received some public funding. Since the government dismantled the Film Council, most of its functions have been transferred to the BFI, including distributing National Lottery funding for new British films. The Regional Screen Agencies also helped fund short films across the UK until changes to funding structures.
Part 2
The UK Film Council was a charity that awarded National Lottery funding to support film production, distribution, education, and research in the UK. It also supported short filmmakers and independent distributors. Prior to the Film Council, the British Film Institute (BFI) was a private company that received some public funding. Since the government dismantled the Film Council, most of its functions have been transferred to the BFI, including distributing National Lottery funding for new British films. The Regional Screen Agencies also helped fund short films across the UK until changes to funding structures.
Mashud q3
The UK Film Council backs over 900 films to support upcoming British directors and make the UK a global center for film. They partner with other organizations to fund low-budget films appealing to niche audiences. BBC Films, Vertigo Films, and Film Four similarly produce and distribute independent British films, with an emphasis on authenticity and developing new talent on limited budgets. These institutions would be suitable to distribute a new UK-based social realist film.
Defining British Film
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.
The British Film Industry, CGS
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 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.
The British Film Industry 2, CGS
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.
History bbfc
The British Board of Film Classification was established in 1912 to bring uniformity to varying local film censorship standards in the UK. It aims to classify films and videos in a way that is acceptable nationally while remaining independent of industry and political influences. The BBFC's role expanded in 1984 when it was designated to classify videos in addition to films. It adopted its current name to reflect this broader remit and now operates according to published Guidelines that are reviewed regularly based on public consultation.
Section a revision SECTION A
The document discusses several aspects of the British film industry:
1) The industry maintains independence by meeting cultural tests with British cast/crew and receiving funding from domestic sources like the UK Film Council.
2) Films are profitable by keeping budgets low which ensures more earnings, and hiring British talent and production companies to retain funds within the country.
3) Major production companies receive funding from domestic organizations and sometimes partner with Hollywood to distribute films more widely.
British film lesson SECTION A
The document discusses the British film industry and what makes a film British. It explains that the British Film Council and British Council work to promote and support the British film industry. The British Council defines six criteria for a film to be considered British, including having a British producer, director, cast, or subject matter related to the British experience. The document asks students to analyze film trailers and determine if they meet the criteria to be classified as British films.
Horror
The document discusses several aspects of British film including:
1) Defining what constitutes a "British film" is challenging due to the diversity of British culture but it generally includes films shot in the UK with a British crew/cast, financed in the UK, or addressing British identity.
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.
3) A film can be considered British if it meets 3 criteria such as having a British producer, production team, director, or predominantly British cast and subject matter relevant to British experience.
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%.
Institutions two
The UK Film Council, Film Four, and Vertigo Films are three institutions that could potentially distribute the filmmakers' opening sequence. The UK Film Council distributes around £54 million annually from the lottery and government to support short films and film production. Film Four invests around £500,000 per film for their 20 films produced per year, making their budget suitable. Vertigo Films is an independent film company that funds films of varying budgets and allows films to be downloaded, helping redistribute films and provide new experiences, making them the best institution to exhibit the filmmakers' opening sequence.
British film council
The British Film Council aims to promote and develop British film and television. It provides over £54 million in funding annually from the National Lottery and government for activities like script development, film production, short films, cinema, and film education. For a film to be considered British, it must meet criteria such as being directed and produced by British citizens and telling a distinctly British story. The Council works with industry partners to create a sustainable British film industry and provides direct financial support to culturally British film productions.
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.
The film industry by fateha
The film industry includes companies involved in film production, distribution, and screening. It is a large, interconnected industry where production companies make films that are then distributed to movie theaters and other platforms. In the UK, the film industry contributes over £4.3 billion annually to the economy and UK films accounted for 7% of the global box office in 2009. Major film companies in the UK include Film4 and Universal Studios.
Bollywood movies shown in the uk
Bollywood movies are shown in major cinema chains like Vue, Odeon, and Cineworld in the UK, particularly in cinemas located in areas with large Asian populations, such as Stratford Westfield. Hindi films first became popular globally in the 1940s and the highest grossing Bollywood movie to date is Pk which earned $100 million.
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Media 1
The document discusses potential media institutions that could distribute a media product. It analyzes the BBC, Vertigo Films, Film Four, and the UK Film Council. The BBC produces independent British films and aims to bring the best of British talent to audiences. Vertigo Films distributes commercially driven independent films and ensures projects appeal to audiences. Film Four showcases a wide range of international films from a low budget to appeal to niche audiences. The UK Film Council was established to develop and promote the UK film industry, funded through sources like the national lottery. Any of these institutions could help attract UK audiences and distribute the media product.
Media presentation
The media institutions that could distribute the author's media product are the BBC, Vertigo Films, Film Four, and the UK Film Council. The BBC produces many successful British independent films. Vertigo Films distributes commercially driven independent films and ensures projects appeal to audiences. Film Four showcases a wide range of international films from low budgets to niche audiences. The UK Film Council was established to develop the UK film industry through funding and promotion. Any of these institutions could help attract UK audiences and contribute to the popularity of the author's media product.
What kind of media institution might distribute your media product and why
This document discusses different types of media institutions that could potentially distribute a film product. It explains that media institutions include companies that disseminate media products to audiences, such as distributing films to cinemas nationally or internationally, or later to stores to sell DVDs or soundtracks. It also notes that institutions can fund film projects by agreeing to back directors' or producers' pitches. The document then examines specific popular UK institutions like the BBC, UK Film Council, Vertigo Films, and Film4 that have distributed films like "Last Resort," "This is England," and "Half Nelson." It provides details on the goals and practices of each institution in identifying and supporting new filmmakers and projects.
Part 2 – short film context: Funding and Support
The UK Film Council and British Film Institute were public organizations that funded and supported the UK film industry through various means such as lottery funds. The UK Film Council distributed over £160 million to 900 films before closing in 2008, after which the BFI took over its role. The BFI continues to fund short films and new filmmakers through lottery funds and grants ranging from £2,250 for shorts to £40,000 for features. Emerging filmmakers can also receive funding from additional sources like regional film organizations and crowdfunding websites.
Institutional regulations
The document discusses the British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) which rates films, videos, DVDs, and Blu-rays in the UK. It then discusses how the documentary producers have rated their own documentary about the unsigned music scene as PG so that it can be viewed by a wide audience, including older children, to educate and potentially inspire them. They plan to show it on BBC 4 as the channel features documentaries and focuses on an audience more suited to their topic.
Regulatory bodies and their roles
The document discusses several regulatory bodies and their roles:
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) regulates advertising in the UK through a self-regulatory code of practice. The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) classifies and censors films and videos in the UK. Pan European Game Information (PEGI) rates video games and apps to help consumers make informed choices. OFCOM regulates broadcasting, telecommunications, and postal industries in the UK. The Performing Right Society (PRS) collects fees for music performances to compensate composers and songwriters. The Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO) regulates the newspaper and magazine industry in the UK. The World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) develops standards for the
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Columbia Pictures, The UK Film Council, and Vertigo Films are all media institutions that could potentially distribute a film product. Columbia Pictures is a major American film studio that has backed over 1000 films, including comedies like Bad Teacher. The UK Film Council (no longer operating) was a public body that funded over 900 British films to develop the UK film industry and attract global audiences. Vertigo Films is a British production and distribution company founded in 2002 that has produced films like Bronson and Monster and aims to produce and distribute four films per year.
BBFC
This talks about who the BBFC are and what they do it also talks about the council managment, the board of classifications and the associated bodies. It also shows where i found all my information as a link to the BBFC's webpage in the first slide
Bbfc
The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) is an independent non-governmental organization that has been classifying films in the United Kingdom since 1912. The BBFC classifies films, videos, DVDs, and video games to determine the appropriate age rating based on the content. It has the power to require cuts or ban media entirely if it violates laws around obscenity, child protection, or could influence the public in a negative way. The BBFC's ratings and restrictions have had a significant impact on the film industry in the UK by banning many controversial or violent films over the years.
British Film Industry
The document discusses the rules and regulations for classifying a film as a "British film". Films must pass the cultural test by scoring 16 or more points out of 31 across four categories: cultural content, cultural contribution, cultural hubs, and cultural practitioners. Passing the test makes the film eligible for tax reductions and incentives. The benefits of creating a British film are that profits are not taxed, which promotes Britain as a filming location and supports jobs and the economy.
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