Latest European news
Corsan sends Haggis film global
New Paul Haggis movie Third Person has been sold by Corsan to over 20 territories.
Rapace pushes Alive Alone at Cannes
Actress Noomi Rapace and director Khurram Longi were in Cannes to talk up their new feature Alive Alone, which Protagonist is selling internationally.
Wenders: loss of 'cultural exception' would be disaster
German director Wim Wenders has waded into the increasingly fractious debate about the “cultural exception” possibly being abandoned in new trading relations between the EU and US. Wenders has insisted that the European film industry must have state subsidy and support if it is to survive.
Latest European reviews
Germany 2012
Ready for launch
The hottest German-language projects in the works from celebrated veterans and talented newcomers.
Drawing heat
From the tipped star of Cate Shortland’s Lore to new directors attracting a cult following, Screen profiles Germany’s talents to watch.
The right formula
Generous financing options, ambitious film-makers and world-class facilities are making Germany a vital co-producer.
Follow the money
Germany’s network of film funds has made the territory a key international co-producer.
Eastern Europe 2012
On the road to success
South East Europe has seen a boom in production in recent years, with regional hits such as The Parade, but the exhibition and distribution sectors still have to catch up.
Poland 2012
Expanding Horizons
As the T-Mobile New Horizons film festival (July 19-29) kickstarts the Polish Days initiative, Marcin J Sobczak explains how government support and an emphasis on co-productions is giving the Polish film industry a stronger international standing.
Russia 2011
France 2011
Paris when it sizzles
After one false start in 2006, Woody Allen has finally made a film in Paris, which has been selected to open Cannes this year. Melanie Goodfellow discovers how the master film-maker shot all over the city last summer
Italy 2011
Laughter therapy
How can international films make a mark at the Italian box office in 2011 when local films tackling timely subjects are dominating?
Spain 2011
Box office
Euro admissions down in 2012
Record-breaking success of Skyfall boosts attendance of EU films to around 313 million admissions.
Admissions down 4.3% in Iceland
Box office revenue in Iceland climbed 1.2% on 2011 but admissions took a dip. Skyfall topped the charts while Black’s Game proved the most popular domestic title.
