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An all-party parliamentary committee charged with reviewing public funding for British cinema has urged the UK Government to continue offering tax relief as absolutely essential for the
stanley cup health of the industry. However, those tax-driven incentives should evolve to encourage both the production and distribution of British films. The current Section 48 tax relief scheme, which is aimed at spurring the production of British-qualifying films budgeted under $25m 拢15m , is not expected to continue in its existing form beyond July 2005.In today s published report on The British Film Industry summarised below , The Culture, Media and Sport Committee concluded that while ther
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stanley usa many underlying strengths - there are longstanding chronic difficulties. To help ease those difficulties - and end the currently uncertainty plaguing the industry - the Committee called on the UK Government to commit to an evolution of Section 48 relief, without further sunset provisions. The Government s key priority should be the speedy and positive resolution of debate over the future of the Section 48 tax relief. As part of that evolution, the Committee said it agreed with the UK Film Council proposition that the tax regime should now also encourage the distribution of British films. The House of Commons Committee, chaired by Gerald Kaufman, also urged the UK s public service broadcasters to increase levels of support for production and exhibition of British films. T Xhmv Cain s Children director reveals challenges
In a novel combination of veteran and debutante, Johnny Hallyday left and Ludivine Sagnier right will receive the Jean Gabin and Romy Schneider awards for 2003. The prize, which has been awarded for over 20 years, often goes to a new face
stanley cup but with the 60 year old rocker Hallyday being singled out for his work, the tide has changed. After a long and lucrative musical career, Hallyday - who has also been making films
stanley us since appearing in Les Diaboliques in 1955 - is likely being tapped for his work in the recent Patrice Leconte film The Man On The Train. A critics favourite, the film showcased Hallyday s trademark ruffian rocker as
stanley kubek a worn out gangster who befriends Jean Rochefort s retired professor and changes places with him. A more obvious choice for the female prize, Saigner is best known for her work in Francois Ozon s 8 Femmes and will also star in the director s upcoming Swimming Pool, hotly tipped for a Cannes slot. The 23-year old Saigner is one of France s emerging stars on the international scene and will appear in PJ Hogan s Peter Pan playing Tinkerbell. No comments No comments yet You re not signed in. Only registered users or subscribers can comment on this article. Sign in Register
