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Serbian Film Festival MiamiThe 2024 Serbian Film Festival Miami (SFFM) is part of a larger creative narrative that promotes Serbian culture through various mediums in the USA.As a visionary, non-hermetic brand, we cherish diversity, and our mission is to introduce the Serbian culture with collaboration, and touch all people’s hearts through the magic of the Serbian movie industry.By selecting only the most distinguished projects, we aim to attract and inspire audiences worldwide, introducing them to the excellence of Serbian Cinematography.We are glad that we have turned our vision into reality by bringing an extraordinary film based on a true events, Guardians of the Formula, film by Dragan Bjelogrlic.The clever slogan of the movie we're going to show you tonight is: chain reaction. What kind of reaction, who makes up the chain, what provokes it, and what nature it has taken on-we will see tonight.In that sense, symbolically, the idea of creating the festival also had a chain reaction of its own. It all started on December 28, 2023, you heard that right -10 days ago!. When learned that the film would be shown in Chicago, we wanted to do the same here. Danica Kokic was contacted and with the speed of her action and the strength of her contacts, gave us a push for the film's screening. And then it evolved into the format of a Festival. Why? Because we care. We believed that it expressed our seriousness and drew more attention. The news spread quickly, and we received support from the Serbian Embassy in Washington, support from Chicago,and interest from local media as well as media from Serbia. During sales on EventBrite, we were a hot deal, tickets were sold out, and interest in this film is still ongoing.Our goal is to present our achievements through the platform of the Serbian Film Festival because it means so much to the authors, and you as the audience will have a better experience. As a confirmation of this, I can now publicly say that we have offers for more projects. The nature of this festival is something comparable to ‘the night at the museum”. When the right conditions are in place, you will be invited to view other achievements in a similar production. We will have several screenings this year, and I ask for your cooperation, write to us, follow us on Instagram at serbian film festival miami, visit our website sffm.ai and stay informed. Considering there is a great interest in this film, there is a proposal to have another screening in Miami which may happen soon, around the 20th of January so, follow us and we will keep you informed through our communication channels.

African Film Festivals in Focus"More dramatic developments in contemporary African Cinema has been the advent and proliferation of film festivals featuring subjects drawn from scenes of life in that continent. As quintessentially postcolonial phenomena, like film itself, these are rooted in the metropolitan-periphery relationships that once characterized colony and mother country. In recent years influenced by trends spoken of in shorthand as "globalization" such venues and events can underscore the internal and external contradictions of Africa's art and artists. FILM FESTIVAL CONTEXTS The modern African Film Festival has taken several forms. It can be held in Europe or America with an African theme and increasingly a continental marker for its title. Thus, the New York Film Festival now sponsors its annual African Film Festival in New York. Other American cities that have African film festivals include Washington DC and the Pan-African Film Festival of Los Angeles, and Canada has African Film Festivals in both Toronto and Montreal. In Europe, the postcolonial presence of African migrants, whether as guest workers or one time students as well as the position of African film as a prestige cultural icon, has given rise to a situation in which African Film is no longer merely a subset of an international festival seeking to establish its bona fides by determining what form the cinematic canon should take, such as Cannes. African film is shown across the continent, both in international festivals and festivals specifically aimed at African subjects. Now the circuit of cinemagoers can follow the linguistic networks established by the former colonial nexus to its Third World source or "root." Therefore, Francophone viewers, perhaps introduced to African Film at a European or American site can later fly to Dakar, Algiers, Burkina Faso or Morocco to be part of the film scene there. The next set of festivals, therefore, is that group which are performed inside Africa itself, including the biennial Panafrican Film and Television Festival of Ouagadougou (FESPACO) held since 1969, South Africa's Sithengi and Durban International festivals, the Festival du Film de Quartier in Dakar, the Marrakech International Film Festival, and the Zambia International Film Festival, begun in 2002. These, however, are far more diverse than might be expected from the distance of Europe, America or even Asia, for they reflect historical conditions particular to each place. Two relatively proximate examples are the 5th Zanzibar International Film Festival of the Dhow Countries or ZIFF, and the 4th Encounters Documentary Film Festival in South Africa, which I attended in June and July 2002. In both cases one senses much of the local and global drama of the African Film Festival."Source, credit, citation: Anthony III, David. (2005). African Film Festivals in Focus. Documentary Box: Journal of Yamagata International Documentary Film Festival. 24.#Film #AfricanCinema

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Anamnesis (3/4) - The Temple At the top of the village stands the church, one of the remnants that has been most spared by time. Built in the 11th century, it is made of heavy stones. Within these stones, centuries of history have accumulated. Centuries of faith and hope; the sustenance of the pilgrim; those that propel forward but do not eliminate obstacles and do not offer a definitive abode.Anamnesis is a 4-episode series which immerses us in an ancestral story.A story about a village and its inhabitants. A story of resistance and its inescapable faith.We can't wait to share with you this new session, which will be presented in a slightly different manner this time. A hybrid audiovisual object combining cinematography and performance, aimed at communicating these experiences and connections even more deeply.

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The state of the UK film and tv industry is concerning - and we should not be worried to discuss the topic. On a more positive note, a good weekend! House of Mystic Magic won 'Best Cinematography' at the Covent Garden Film festival in London! A huge congratulations to all the team! The event was hosted at the amazing cinema in the Courthouse Hotel LondonThe next festival is at the end of month, South London Film festival - that will finish our run of 30 festivals worldwide, winning 13 awards to date! We will do a social media release for Easter! (Watch this space!) We are also looking for fashion magazines and other avenues to release the film, if anyone can link us up? I produce content for commercial, but also produce on a range of cultural films, film and television. The institutions have a responsibility to support and continue to grow the amazing UK industry that we are priveleged to have. The UK honestly has the most innovative and creative industry. We risk a 'brain drain' of talent in the UK if support is not provided, creatives will always be innovative to make great work, but institutions need to keep up with the pace of change. I attend many festivals, its always uplifting and positive to see the amazing work that is produced in the UK, there is no lack of ideas, creativity and a huge opportunity of 'soft power' for the UK to continue exporting great content. The UK cannot take our industry and creatives for granted. Now is not the time to let the industry flat line, but maybe the time to change perspective of how audiences consume content, and what can be done differently than the competition to make content platforms stand out. What are your thoughts on the state of the industry? #filmindustry #cinematography #filmandtv #londonfestival #london #filmfestival #content #creative #producer #filmproducer #awardwinning #festivals #coventgarden #filmconversation #industryinsights #filmmagazines #fashionfilm #fashionmagazine

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The British Film Institute (BFI) has published our research evaluating Heritage 2022, its preservation-led, UK-wide programme aimed at keeping high-risk, significant collections safe for future generations and enabling public access to a wide range of digitised material.We carried out a mixed methods process and impact evaluation of the design, implementation, outcomes and impact of Heritage 2022. Our research found that the programme achieved wide-ranging successes and delivered significant benefits. Some key findings across the seven strands of the programme include:• Videotape digitisation strand: The largest of the seven strands successfully digitised and preserved over 100,000 videotape titles and developed key methodologies to enhance future digitisation projects.• Rights strand: Secured rights with 400 rights-holders, including ITV, embedded the Rights Risk Framework into BFI processes, and laid the groundwork for improved rights management.• Access strand: Successfully created and launched BFI Replay, a digital platform rolled out to nearly 2,000 UK libraries, making digitised materials publicly accessible. The project included curatorial expertise, technical challenges, and content warnings to ensure lasting impact.• Paper strand: Successfully preserved and conserved at-risk paper collections, establishing in-house expertise with a new paper laboratory, developing new workflows and skills, and providing training for BFI staff.• Film prints strand: Built conservation and projection skills, and created 112 new 35mm prints from 105 unique titles, enhancing preservation and enabling special heritage screenings.• Film digitisation strand: Digitised and preserved 1,140 film titles, making 1,114 available by March 2022, with over 9 million online views and significant reach beyond London.• Data strand: Published the 'Analysing Ethnicity in On-screen Representation in British Feature Films'report, advanced methods for diversity data research, providing valuable insights for promoting diversity in the UK screen industry.The findings from each strand’s evaluation aim to support the development of a set of conclusions and actionable recommendations for future programmes run by the BFI using National Lottery funding or seeking to preserve the UK’s rich screen culture.Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/dqmrQjWf

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🎬 The Italian #cinema grows abroad 🇮🇹 International co-productions represent the main driver of the foreign circulation of Italian #audiovisual titles. In fact, it is possible to record: 🎥 +51% of the products realized with foreign producers in 2020- 2022 (vs. 2017-2019) 💰 +49% of foreign contributions for cinematographic and television works in 2020-2022 (vs. 2017-2019) 🌎 +25 countries involved per year in 2020-2022 (vs. 16 countries per year in 2017-2020) 📈 Additionally, cinema #advertising recorded a #boom in #investment: +22,5% in the period Jan-Oct 2023 (vs. Jan-Oct 2022), equal to €6 million +133,8% in Nov 2023 (vs. Nov 2022), equal to €1,2 million Don’t miss the chance to invest in Italy! https://bit.ly/3VGMkus 🔍 Sources: https://bitly.ws/35Ysy and https://bitly.ws/395SE #investinitaly #italianexcellence #cinema #television #advertising

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Cannes 2024 // A Triumph for Portuguese CinemaThe Cannes Film Festival 2024 concluded with Portuguese cinema emerging as a significant highlight. This year's festival celebrated global filmmaking excellence and spotlighted Portugal's vibrant film industry.Major Wins and HighlightsBest Director: Miguel Gomes - Grand TourMiguel Gomes won the Best Director award for Grand Tour, a period drama set in 1918 Rangoon. The film, praised for its unique storytelling and visual artistry, benefited from being shot on 16mm film, adding a rich, authentic texture.Notable Entries- 'Bad for a Moment' by Daniel Soares: This short film earned praise for its poignant narrative and direction.- 'Miséricorde': Co-produced by Rosa Films, featured in the Cannes Première section, showcasing Portugal's strength in international co-productions.Directors' Fortnight- Savanna and the Mountain by Paulo Carneiro- When the Land Runs Away by Frederico Lobo- The Moving Garden by Inês Lima showcased Portugal's natural landscapes and biodiversity.Portuguese Presence at CannesThe presence of Portuguese filmmakers and talent at Cannes underscored the country's growing influence in the global film industry, highlighting its creative and technical capabilities.Portugal Film Rebate IncentiveA significant factor contributing to the success of Portuguese films at Cannes is the national cash rebate incentive. Administered by theInstituto do Cinema e Audiovisual (ICA), the Portuguese national film agency, the program offers a rebate of up to 30% on eligible expenses, making Portugal an attractive location for filmmakers worldwide. This initiative provides substantial financial incentives to attract international film productions to Portugal, fostering a collaborative environment that benefits local filmmakers and the economy.Future ProspectsTrends from Cannes indicate a push towards inclusive and diverse storytelling within Portuguese cinema. Technological advancements and international collaborations are expected to propel the industry forward.Find out more by clicking the link below: https://lnkd.in/dGbe9dSV

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“Bombay HC Clears ‘Teesri Begum’ For Release After Certification Dispute”The Bombay High Court recently resolved a film certification matter concerning the film "Teesri Begum," emphasizing the balance between artistic expression and regulatory compliance under the Cinematograph Act, 1952, as amended in 2023. The case involved KC Bokadia's film, which had received feedback from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) regarding scenes with the potential to spark communal disharmony. After discussions, the filmmakers agreed to modify certain scenes and add disclaimers, allowing the film's release. This decision highlights the importance of dialogue and compromise between filmmakers and certification authorities, underscoring the judiciary's role in facilitating such agreements.The Cinematograph Act, which regulates film certification in India, aims to balance creative freedom with societal norms. It established the CBFC to categorize films and ensure content aligns with public order and morality. The 2023 amendment introduced new certification categories and granted the CBFC greater autonomy in decision-making. The Act allows filmmakers to appeal CBFC decisions and make adjustments to meet certification requirements. This framework supports a flexible approach, enabling filmmakers to adapt their work while adhering to legal standards, ensuring films contribute positively to public discourse without conflicting with societal values.Read the full article by Shalini Bajpai, Ananya Chakraborty & Devanshi Damania: .https://lnkd.in/eVxXbWcF#LegalArticles #NaikNaikAndCo #AnandAndNaik #BombayHighCourt #FilmCertification #CinematographAct #ArtisticExpression #CBFC #IndianCinema #CreativeFreedom #FilmIndustry #RegulatoryCompliance #CensorshipLaws #LegalFramework #CinematicArt #CinemaAndSociety #JudicialIntervention #FilmmakingIndia

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Pentax Launches A New Film CameraAs we consider the rise of AI and its potential to transform photography as a medium, it's interesting to note that some people are seeking alternatives that offer a deeper sense of humanity and engagement.For the first time in 20 years, Pentax is going backward and making a film camera.This is in response to the growing demand and interest among younger generations for film cameras.As this article interviewing student photographers at ASU explains."When Aidan Ruiz decided to buy a film camera on a whim, he didn't expect the used Nikon with a broken autofocus would ignite a passion for photography. After acquiring the camera in a meeting with the seller, the senior studying finance threw in a 36-photo roll and proceeded to shoot all of it on campus.What he captured could be described only as "horrendous," Ruiz said.But he was hooked. Though Ruiz had taken photos with a digital camera before, his infatuation with film's nostalgic grain and raw quality inspired him to experiment with different formats, lenses and subjects. Since then, he's added another film camera to his collection — a 65-year-oldMamiya RB67— but his vintage Nikon remains a favorite."I still own that camera today," Ruiz said. "I still shoot with it every weekend."Even though today's generation lives in a digital world where iPhones can capture videos in 4K Cinematic mode with just the tap of a finger and cutting-edge cameras can operate at 120 frames per second, many are still running to eBay and thrift stores in search of old film cameras."Film just hits different," Ruiz said."The entire process of having to slow down when you take photos — because you know film is expensive and you have 36 shots per roll — is an entirely different experience than taking (photos) on a digital camera," Ruiz said.https://lnkd.in/erxXcj-aThe growth of interest in film photography has been supported by new companies like CineStill Film - which crowdfunded its way into existence and has a pretty fascinating origin story as this 2016 interview with the founders explains."Through our photography and cinematography, we began tinkering with processes to bridge the gap between motion picture technology and still photography, from hacking cameras and lenses to chemically adapting film. Being based in Hollywood helped us have special relationships with labs and companies in both industries. We began this journey before 2012 by shooting a 250 exposure back for a Nikon, which would allow us to splice lengths of motion picture film together long enough for the motion picture processors the size of the machine tools our father worked on. But we wanted to be able to shoot this technology in our Leicas and other compact cameras, and allow people to process at a normal photo lab. So we hacked film."https://lnkd.in/eGJrBxGJhttps://lnkd.in/esn2udtj

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New program, new ambition, new IP market! The Marché du Film - Festival de Cannes launches #CannesRemakes In partnership with Centre national du cinéma et de l'image animée (CNC), Instituto de la Cinematografía y de las Artes Audiovisuales, and Cinecittà

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