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Eugene Vorotnikov
NewsRussian box office on the rise
Russia and CIS box office defied the troubled economy in the first half of 2016, growing by almost 9% to $413m.
NewsRussian government mulls tax increase for cinemas and TV channels
President Putin advisor Andrei Belousov revealed the tax plan, which is aimed at supporting Russian film production via the Russian State Cinema Fund.
NewsDisney Russia plots fairy tale feature 'Last Hero'
The fantasy project will be co-produced with local production outfit Yellow, Black & White.
NewsRussia to invest $60m in domestic film companies
The Russian State Film Fund has announced the names of the companies that will receive significant backing this year.
NewsRussian cinemas to close deal for market's largest cinema chain
The merger between Cinema Park and Formula Kino could be in the range of $200-250m, according to sources.
NewsRussian film industry facing cuts
The Russian government may slash benefits to the national film industry if the box office share of domestic features falls below 18.2%.
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Investors eye acquisition of Russia's Karo Film
A group of investors is in the final stages of negotiations to acquire Karo Film, Russia’s second largest cinema chain.
FeaturesTalk of the town
Meet Russia’s rising stars and upcoming projects with international potential
FeaturesBuyer watch
Russia has a thriving independent distribution sector which is in the market for international films of all stripes.
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Moscow means business
Moscow International Film Festival (June 23-July 2) is strengthening its business offering and exploring new financing opportunities.
FeaturesComing in from the cold
If the government succeeds in doubling screen numbers in Russia to 5,000, annual admissions could hit 300 million by 2015.
FeaturesThe kino question
As Russia becomes the world’s sixth biggest film market, Screen looks at what is driving the boom, whether it can be sustained and the impact such box-office growth is having on local film-makers