International Sales and Distribution: Shaping the Future

The feature film distribution landscape worldwide is undergoing a profound transformation, accelerated by the globally disruptive events of the past two year. How is the international sales industry evolving to meet the challenges of this fast-changing industry and seize new opportunities? More and more international sales are diversifying their business models, looking for new revenue streams, moving into film financing and production, to increase intellectual property ownership, to remain influential in decision-making, from the early stages of development to global marketing campaigns, and finally to share profits in the long term. In this scenario, international film festivals continue to play a key role in building talents and films awareness and strongly contribute to their international circulation.
Join us to find out what the latest market trends are and how the sales and distribution business is creating a sustainable future.

Relatori:
Cameron Bailey (CEO, TIFF and the Toronto International Film Festival)
Carole Baraton (founder, Charades, France)
Cécile Gaget (Head of Film Group, Wild Bunch, France)
Andrea Occhipinti (President and founder, Lucky Red, Italy)
Marc Smit (co-CEO and Owner, Cinéart, Netherlands)
Susan Wendt (Managing Director, TrustNordisk, Denmark)

Moderator: Matt Mueller (Screen International, UK)