Selling art films

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Selling art films in Flanders can be a challenge. There are a number of specialized distributors that focus on showing art films in cinemas and film festivals. These distributors work with local movie theaters and movie houses to create an audience for art films. In addition, there are also streaming services that offer art films, such as Lumière, Curzon Home Cinema and MUBI.

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Financing art films

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Financing art films can also be a challenge. In Flanders, there are several organizations that offer subsidies for the production of art films, such as the Flemish Audiovisual Fund (VAF) and the Belgian Tax Shelter. These grants are often essential for financing an art film. In addition, private investors, sponsors and crowdfunding can also be sought to support the financing of an art film.

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Production of art films

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Producing art films requires a specific approach. Art films are often produced by independent production houses that focus on the creation of artistic and experimental films. These production houses often work together with filmmakers and screenwriters to develop new and innovative projects. The production process of an art film is often more experimental than that of a commercial film. More space is given to improvisation and creativity, and more time is spent trying out different techniques and ideas.

 

In short

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Selling, financing and producing art films in Flanders can be a challenge, but there are many specialized distributors, financing options and production houses that focus on art and experimental films. With the growing interest in art films in Flanders, there is certainly room for innovative and challenging projects.