The cinema experience remains essential to the business and culture of European film despite a decade of disruptive change. That position has arguably even strengthened. But independent cinemas also represent vital spaces for their communities, acting as an engine of economic growth, regeneration and social cohesion.
This Conference will focus on the next stage of evolution for cinemas and for the cinema experience. It will look at the core social, cultural and economic foundations for future growth, in terms of innovation but also at how to build on the underlying and unchanging realities for the theatrical sector and the broader film ecosystem.
This Conference will address the issues facing exhibitors but will also put them into the broader context of the social, political and economic challenges for film as an industry and an art form. The core issues will be:
- Extending and enhancing the cinema experience in changing times
- Maximising audience engagement in a changing film culture
- Diversifying and growing demand for European film
- Enhancing the economic, cultural and social potential of cinema
- Transparent measurement of the social and economic value of cinema
- The challenges for the broader film ecosystem
The Conference aims to be an opportunity to discuss and debate the bigger picture for cinema, in the context of a changing world. It will also offer opportunities to share fresh thinking and practical ideas, emerging within the network and beyond. The aim is for a dynamic, participatory conference, where delegates will leave with a common sense of purpose and direction. And together over the coming months and years, we hope to turn that momentum into practical action.
More info: www.europa-cinemas.org