Section a revision SECTION A
- 1. Section A Revision LO: To revise what we have learnt so far To research into UK distribution and marketing
- 2. INDEPENDENCE & Distinctiveness What do we know about how the British Film Industry remains Independent and distinct?
- 3. INDEPENDENCE & Distinctiveness What do we know about how the British Film Industry remains Independent and distinct? UK Film Council Cultural test points e.g. cast and crew, british culture British Council 6 Criteria Keeping funding within Britain Funding talent e.g. EU Media 2007/Film London
- 4. PROFITABILITY What do we know about how the British Film Industry is making and retaining profit?
- 5. PROFITABILITY What do we know about how the British Film Industry is making and retaining profit? Making low budget films Ensures more profit Gaining funding from UK based companies & organisations Hiring British actors, cast, crew, locations, companies
- 6. FUNDING What do we know about how the British Film Industry are funded?
- 7. FUNDING What do we know about how the British Film Industry are funded? UK Film Council FILM LONDON MEDIA 2007 BBC films Film 4
- 8. PRODUCTION What do we know about British Film Production Companies?
- 9. PRODUCTION What do we know about British Film Production Companies? 5 majors – Film 4, Pathe, Momentum, Working Title, BBC Film network Often link with major Hollywood companies to distribute films Link up with UK governing bodies to assist with funding – Synergy – Join forces
- 10. GENRE What do we know about how British Producers use genre to attract mainstream and global audiences?
- 11. GENRE What do we know about how British Producers use genre to attract mainstream and global audiences? Popular tried and tested genres that meet audience expectations and guarantee box office ratings Help focus target audience
- 12. STARS What do we know about British Producers using stars to attract a wide audience?
- 13. STARS What do we know about British Producers using stars to attract a wide audience? Bankable stars guarantee profit Typecast roles often guarantee success Free press and publicity Devoted fans Can depict genre and narrative
- 14. CASE STUDY – Kick Ass What do we know about Kick Ass and other British films which is relevant to Section A?
- 15. CASE STUDY – Kick Ass What do we know about Kick Ass and other British films which is relevant to Section A? Kick Ass is British because….writers, director, lead, production company, producer… Small budget, small gross Considered a flop by critics – Confused genre and audience, poor use of star image Used mainstream genre/comic book fans/ New and extreme content Independent UK film with the appearance of a US Blockbuster
- 16. Distribution & Marketing What do we know about how British Film Production Companies distribute and market their films?
- 17. TIMED CONDITIONS 45 mins How important are film awards in attracting audiences to UK films? You have 10 minutes to plan your answer