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Although analysts do
not expect any foreseeable growth for cinematography (as opposed
to the whole audiovisual sector) because of the competitiveness
of digital technologies and market saturation, there is still room
for quality films.
Large-producing
countries, more than 200 productions
Favourable
u
Large home markets and expanding broadcasting audiences allow a
return on benefits and a strongly structured cinematography sector,
particularly as regards the technical industry and trade.
Less favourable
u
Market competition might slow down or stop the making of cultural
or artistic films.
Potential
u
Specialized taxation incentives to encourage independent film-makers
and specialized distributors to make more films.
Medium-producing
countries, from 20 to 199 productions
Favourable
u
State legal and financial support guarantees the existence of a
national infrastructure and markets which might lead to the recognition
of a public sector allowing free public access to quality films.
Less favourable
u
National legal protectionism impedes international free film trade.
Potential
u
New international legal frameworks should allow better and more
balanced exchanges in the future, expanding national production
capacities.
Small-and non-producing
countries
Favourable
u
Creativity does not suffer from high technical and organizational
competition or financial constraints. Financing, although very limited,
does not seek an immediate return on investment.
Less favourable
u
The small size of national markets accounts for a structural lack
of investments in the technical industry and film financing, limiting
the number of national productions. Unfair international trade practices
might also diminish domestic production.
Potentialities
u
As it has been the case for communications and computer technologies,
digital technologies create new and less expensive production opportunities,
thus multiplying distribution capacities.
Last
update 02/10/01
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