Summary of Submissions
June 1998
Document
in PDF format is also available.
© Minister of Public Works and Government Services Canada 1998
Contents
Introduction
Creation and Development
Creation: A Neglected Sector
Insufficient Resources
Many Avenues to Explore
Production
Annual Volume of Production and Average Production Budgets
Establishing a Public/Private Sector Feature Film Fund
Other Production-Related Suggestions
Distribution and Marketing
Canada: A Distinct Distribution Market
Marketing: Overlooked and Underdeveloped
Suggestions Related to Distribution and Marketing
Role of Exhibitors in Marketing
Role of Broadcasters in Marketing
Increased Media Exposure Necessary
Exhibition
Theatres and Video Retail
Audio-Visual Heritage
Broadcasting
Changing the Rules of the Game
Inspiring Models for Feature Film in the Canadian Broadcasting System
Canadian Broadcasting Corporation
Ownership and Control of Production and Distribution Companies
Foreign Access to Canadian Film Funds
Use of Foreign Distributors
Potential Sources of Additional Funds
Cross-Sectoral Issues
Cross-Sectoral Synergy: A Necessity
Training: An Investment in the Future of Canadian Cinema
The Role of Federal Agencies
Criteria for Evaluating the Success of Public Policies
Improving Statistical Data
Convergence
Conclusion
ANNEX - List of Respondents
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