The Cape Town International Film Market & Festival 2017
The Cape Town International Film Market & Festival (CTIFMF) will take place from 12 to 21 October 2017 at the V & A Waterfront with events that focus on both the business and beauty of film.
Within the 10-day celebration of world cinema, there will be a four day business-to business exhibition and networking event, as well as a full programme of speakers, workshops and discussion, all focused on collaboration and supporting the development of the film industry across Africa.
The Cape Town International Film Market The South African film industry (through direct and indirect businesses) generated in excess of R12 billion in 2016 (according to the NFVF), and with only 20 per cent of this activity taking place in the Western Cape, the time is now for the regional industry to collaborate, cooperate, and network both internally and with regional, national, and Pan-African partners.
A unique business focused event, The Cape Town Film Market will take place from 18 to 21 October and will include an exhibition space, panel discussions, targeted workshops and networking opportunities that will enable film production companies to interact with the range of affiliate and support industries required for the growth of the sector.
Government and associated city support agencies will also be part of this event with a focus on informing and educating producers on issues ranging from funding and tax incentives to permits and location opportunities.
All industry stakeholders, and specifically all the industry support services such as logistics, location support and scouting, crew hire, equipment sales and rental, security, catering, transport, post-production, technology and software, and other related services are invited to take part by exhibiting their products and services in the official expo space.
Source: screenafrica.com