European Film Market 2024 Breaks Records with Global Participation and High-Turnover Deals
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The 74th Berlin International Film Festival concludes with the European Film Market 2024 achieving remarkable success, drawing over 12,000 trade visitors from 143 countries. The event, held at the Gropius Bau, witnessed substantial market activities with 614 exhibiting companies and institutions from 69 countries.
Record-Breaking AttendanceOver 12,000 trade visitors, representing 143 countries, attended the European Film Market at the 74th Berlin International Film Festival.
A total of 614 exhibiting companies and institutions from 69 countries participated, marking a significant increase.
High Turnover Deals and Market Premieres
The market showcased 664 films in 1029 screenings, including 536 market premieres, emphasizing the industry's commitment to innovation and fresh content.
EFM Director Dennis Ruh highlighted the high-turnover deals reported daily, reflecting the vibrancy and business activity throughout the event.
Project Introductions and Partnerships Producers introduced 660 new film projects on the Producers & Project Pages, engaging in numerous meetings to explore international collaborations.
The event served as a platform for fostering partnerships and advancing film projects within the global industry.
Relevant Conference Topics
The EFM Industry Sessions delved into crucial topics, including artificial intelligence, resilience, archive production, distribution trends, and post-Covid era strategies. The Documentation Centre for Displacement, Expulsion, Reconciliation Berlin, served as a vital conference and networking location, highlighting the significance of the discussions.
Cultural and Partner Events
Partner events such as AfroBerlin and the Entertainment Finance Forum contributed to the dynamic atmosphere, providing diverse perspectives and opportunities.
The new Gropius Dome venue facilitated extensive networking events, parties, and lunches.
Focus on Industry Growth
The EFM Industry Sessions promoted a growth mindset," addressing developments and concerns around AI, distribution trends, accessibility, inclusion, sustainability, leadership, and remuneration transparency. Various roundtables and workshops, including think tanks on vertical integration in the European film industry and AI in series and film, enriched the learning experience.
Berlinale Series Market and "Country in Focus" - Italy
The Berlinale Series Market at CinemaxX covered essential discussions on audiovisual series content, budget shifts, social responsibility, and global punchlines in comedies.Italy was the "Country in Focus," providing Italian filmmakers with a platform to present, network, and explore filmmaking opportunities and funding.
Extended Access for Participants
Participants with a (online) Market Badge have the opportunity to watch the conference program of the EFM Industry Sessions on-demand until the end of June.
A selection of films presented at the market is available for streaming until March 3.
The success of the European Film Market 2024 reinforces its position as a pivotal event driving global collaboration and business activities in the film industry. With a diverse range of topics, partnerships, and international participation, the EFM continues to play a vital role in shaping the trajectory of the global film landscape.