June 22, 2020
The COVID Pandemic has impacted all aspects of the film and media industry. However, independent digital initiatives have rapidly bloomed across the world not only to deliver precious films to a stranded audience, but also to support local cinemas, distributors and producers through a range of innovative ideas. With Filmin (Spain), Kino Now / Kino Marquee (USA) and Draken Film (Sweden), we will discuss the projects they launched to reply to this emergency, how th...
June 23, 2020
Speakers Jakob Abrahamsson Jakob Abrahamsson CEO NonStop Entertainment NonStop Entertainment is a leading Nordic and Baltic distributor of great films. Since its inception in 1998 it has continously sought out new and upcoming directors and introduced them to the local market. NonStop Entertainment is particularly active as a theatrical distributor of upmarket titles like Shirley, Wendy, The Father, Grace, Farewell, Color Out...
The Marché du Film Online audience will be able to join Sandra Dewey, President of Productions and Business Operations for WarnerMedia Entertainment, for a keynote conversation about launching HBO Max during an unprecedented time, navigating the evolving streaming landscape and the importance of cultivating and nurturing underrepresented talent. Sandra Dewey President of Productions and Business Operations for WarnerMedia ...
June 24, 2020
As subscription VoD reaches saturation point other content monetization models are rising to the fore. What will enable them to stand out in this increasingly crowded market? Ampere Analysis’ Richard Cooper will present the evolution of VoD platform and what will come next to complete with, and complement, the incumbent subscription services. Richard will then host a one-on-one interview with Adam Lewinson, Chief Content Officer of rising ad-supported VoD platform TUBI. TUB...
The autobiographical / political trend in Latin American docs A conversation with Petra Costa & Andrés Di Tella. ...
We know it is not easy to get financing for independent films. Over the past decades, John Sloss has succeeded. A key player for indie filmmakers. He's an entertainment lawyer, a talent manager, a film sales agent and a producer of films including Boys Don't Cry, Boyhood. He will be in conversation with Rosa Bosch, providing a unique insight into his ability to be both a great deal maker and nurture enviable long term artistic and business relationships. ...
East-West Index 2020 Which Regions are Under-Represented in Programming of Film Festivals and Why? ...
In the last years China has become the leading buyer of international movies. Sales agents will discuss with leading Chinese theatrical and online distributors about the development of this commercial relationship. ...
A confrontation between representatives of Chinese film companies / studios and European producers / film funds. ...
An introductory overview aimed at informing international professionals on the latest developments of the Chinese market offering an understanding of figures, policies and procedures. bridging the dragon ...
June 25, 2020
Baobab Studios will share a sneak peek of their newest interactive experience, TITLE TO BE ANNOUNCED. Learn about this work in progress though a live Moderated Discussion and Q&A with Director Eric Darnell, Head of Content Kane Lee, Art Director Glenn Hernandez, and Lead Animator Ken Fountain. cannes xr ...
Life in quarantine has been challenging, but immersive technologies are tailor-made for this moment. The seismic changes reshaping every aspect of society create new opportunities for AR and VR to have a transformative impact. IMMERSIVE LIVE will address how we seize this moment through finance and distribution strategies. cannes xr ...
VeeR will talk about what they have been doing to build a sustainable business model to distribute premium VR videos and help creators to monetize their content. Introduction and Insights about VeeR’s content investment strategy and VR talents incubating programs will be shared, as well as their experience during the global pandemic. cannes xr Speakers Jingshu Chen Co-Founder VeeR ...
Cannes XR The VR industry is now moving beyond emergence to international structuration. Some actors are taking the lead on production, technological and creative issues. Through the experience of Novelab, this talk will show the ways international producers can leverage working with a French studio to maximize their production value. Speakers Amaury La Burthe CEO & Creative Director Novelab ...
June 26, 2020
Speakers Neal Block Head of Theatrical Distribution and Marketing Magnolia Pictures Head of Theatrical Distribution and MarketingMagnolia Pictures The leading independent film distributor for nearly 20 years, Magnolia Pictures is the theatrical and home entertainment distribution arm of the Wagner/Cuban Companies. Recent releases include Romanian crime thriller THE W...
As business models across the film industry are changing more rapidly than ever, further catalysed by the pandemic, a few companies found various and exciting ways to adapt themselves and grow their business while supporting a largely paralysed ecosystem. h264 and Circle Collective are two of these young and innovative talents. We will hear their respective Presidents, Jean-Christophe J. Lamontagne and Kyle Greenberg, to learn how their initial ""traditional&qu...
