July 7, 2024FilmTakeComments Off on Screens to Streams: The Evolution of Film Release Windows in Europe (Part Two)
Europe’s film sector has relied on territoriality and rigid release windows to maximize the economic potential of films. Part Two explores the EU’s capitulation to the major studios, the post-lockdown theatrical landscape, and public support rules to preserve traditional release windows.
July 1, 2024FilmTakeComments Off on Screens to Streams: The Evolution of Film Release Windows in Europe (Part One)
Europe’s film sector has long relied on the principles of territoriality and rigid release windows to maximize the economic potential of films. However, the unprecedented lockdowns during 2020 and 2021 have significantly disrupted these traditional models, which were already in flux.
April 30, 2024FilmTakeComments Off on Europe Wants More Production Support from US Streaming Services
Over 20 production entities spanning Europe and beyond have united forces, embarking on a mission to rally local governments to champion the cause of regional film and television creators and urge major US streaming platforms to amplify their support for locally produced content.
After a slow start compared to North America, Europe embraces its streaming future. Revenues in the 28-country bloc reached €12 billion in 2020, with SVOD alone accounting for €10 billion.
The European Commission’s Digital Single Market strategy will destroy Europe’s independent film and television market in favor of global technology companies.