FM2: Section A: Producers & Audiences EASTER CASE STUDY
Deadline: Tuesday 26th April.
Either complete the sheet using the portal copy or use the links on my blog and post your answers on your own blog.
The British Film Industry
UK Cinemas
Research:
How many multiplex cinemas were there in the UK by 2009?
Look at the top 10 independent cinemas and explain what you think the appeal of such cinemas is compared to the multiplex.
Read the article.
How might this exhibition opportunity it be a helpful thing for the UK film industry?
The UK Film Council
Summarise what the UK film council is and how it supports UK film.
Give examples of 4 films that have been supported by the UK film council.
What is the Digital Screen network initiative and what does it mean for UK film?
What else can be screened at cinemas now due to digital screens?
How may this aid the cinema industry?
Why is the closure of the UK film council regarded as a concern for the film industry?
UK Film companies: Use the links provided, plus any other sources to find out about the 2 film companies. Address the points listed below.
Warp Films
Background
location
Films responsible for
How funded?
Success of films.
Working Title Films
Background
location
Films responsible for
How funded?
Success of films
Cinema admissions
Using the above link what can you say about cinema attendance in the UK?
What types of factors can you think of that may cause a decline or increase in annual cinema attendance?
TV Film Channels
Film4
What is film4?
How has the move from subscription channel to free to air increased potential audiences to independent films?
Film Festivals in the UK
Search the Internet for 2 examples of UK film festivals that take place each year. Give an overview of the 2 festivals covering dates, locations, types of films, examples of what happens during the festivals and how popular they are.
How important are film festivals in your opinion?
