Filmmaking in the UK
From Harry Potter to Bridget Jones to Vera Drake. From Jude Law to Keira Knightley to Catherine Zeta-Jones. British talent and British films have a huge impact around the world, despite Hollywood's dominance of the global film industry. But why is this and what is the true state of the British film industry?
Over the following pages, Skillset examines the workings of British film and the challenges it faces in the future - looking at the kinds of films shooting in the UK, who is working on them, the state of film financing, the crucial role of distributors, the upheavals in the world of exhibition and - most importantly - the kinds of films that audiences are paying to see.
Over the following pages, Skillset examines the workings of British film and the challenges it faces in the future - looking at the kinds of films shooting in the UK, who is working on them, the state of film financing, the crucial role of distributors, the upheavals in the world of exhibition and - most importantly - the kinds of films that audiences are paying to see.
The Challenge for the UK
It is very fashionable these days to bash the British film industry, but there is cause for optimism too.
Read MoreFilm Production in the UK
Film production in the UK has enjoyed a surge in activity in recent years.
Read MoreExhibition in the UK
The UK exhibition sector has been utterly transformed over the past twenty years.
Read MoreThe Future of UK Filmmaking
What does the future hold for British film? Initiatives like A Bigger Future can transform the industry.
Read MoreDistribution in the UK
The UK distribution industry is populated by commercially astute players with strong marketing skills.
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