The Durban FilmMart (DFM) and the National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) are pleased to announce their collaboration in hosting the CoProduction Corner at DFM 2023, taking place in person from July 21 to 24, 2023, in Durban.
The CoProduction Corner will offer a series of informative sessions and networking opportunities designed to connect filmmakers seeking co-production ventures. This specialised programme builds upon the successful initiatives undertaken to showcase independent cinema and create tangible possibilities for collaboration and coproduction. By bringing together governmental film bodies, filmmakers and industry stakeholders, these discussions will delve into the extensive benefits, available resources and operational mechanisms that exist for filmmakers in pursuit of co-production possibilities.
Magdalene Reddy, Director of the Durban FilmMart Institute (DFMI), says: "DFM plays a vital role as a gateway to the continental film industry. Our ability to facilitate and foster opportunities for collaboration is key to the growth and sustainability of the industry. Through these collaborations, we can establish shared connections and cultivate an environment of learning and expansion within the world of cinema.”
The Coproduction Corner will feature two distinct sessions highlighting the initiatives and support available for collaboration in different regions:
CoProduction Corner: São Paulo, Brazil:
The event will see the participation of
Spcine, a state-owned company focused on the development of the film, TV, games
and new media industries, backed by the São Paulo City Hall. Representatives
from Spcine will discuss the various initiatives and financial incentives
designed to promote collaboration, while providing a platform for engagement
with the international film community. This session will be followed by a
networking function, offering filmmakers from both regions an opportunity to
connect and explore potential future collaborations.
CoProduction Corner: Nigeria:
The session will showcase the Nigerian Film
Corporation, responsible for nurturing the Nigerian film industry. The
corporation supports local talent through training, financial assistance and
related endeavours, producing films for both domestic consumption and export.
The session will highlight available initiatives for collaboration, including
financial incentives and structural support, while fostering engagement with
the global film community.
The Coproduction Corner sessions will take
place on July 21 for São Paulo and July 23 for Nigeria, followed by dedicated
networking sessions on respective dates to facilitate connections and further
discussions.
DFM 2023 promises to be a dynamic event, propelling the growth of the African film industry. Industry professionals and filmmakers are encouraged to attend the CoProduction Corner sessions to gain insights into the world of co-production and seize the opportunity to forge meaningful connections with international partners.
For more information about DFM 2023 and the Coproduction Corner sessions, visit https://durbanfilmmart.co.za/ and https://durbanfilmmart.co.za/dfm-2023-website-programme/ to explore the full programme of activities on offer at DFM.
For further questions: info@durbanfilmmart.com
The Durban FilmMart Institute, which organises DFM 2023, receives its primary funding from the Durban Film Office and the eThekwini Municipality. The success of the event is made possible through the generous support of various organisations and entities. These include DW Akademie, Ford Foundation, NEFTI, National Film and Video Foundation, Netflix, Amazon, Film and Publication Board, KwaZulu-Natal Film Commission, KZN Convention Bureau, Industrial Development Cooperation, International Emerging Film Talent Association, Sheer Publishing, French Institute in South Africa, Namibian Film Commission, Wesgro, CC&A, Eastern Cape Development Cooperation, Panavision, Africa No Filter and Trans-Saharan Artistic Mobility Fund.
Additionally, the event benefits from partnerships
with esteemed organisations and festivals. These programme partners include the
Durban International Film Festival, African Real Collective, Animation SA,
Berlinale Talents, Cinemart, Digital Lab Africa, Documentary Filmmakers
Association, DOK.fest München, Dok Leipzig, FIDA DOC, The Gotham, Guangzhou
International Documentary Film Festival, Hot Docs-Blue Ice Docs Fund,
International Documentary Association, International Documentary Festival
Amsterdam, Independent Black Filmmakers Collective, Independent Producers
Organisation, Locations Africa, Miradas Doc, Organisation Internationale de la
Francophonie, Produire au Sud, Red Sea Fund, Sørfund, SWIFT, TikTok, The
Whickers, Trace Studios, TRT Sinema and Writers Guild of South Africa.
Durban FilmMart Institute:
Durban FilmMart Institute is the business
hub of the African film industry in a world where professionals and products
are globally competitive and celebrated. The mission of the Durban FilmMart
Institute is to provide appropriate and effective programmes and services to
promote, support and facilitate investment in the African film industry.
National Film and Video Foundation:
The National Film and Video Foundation is a
statutory body mandated to spearhead the development of the South African film
and television industry. Through funding, training and promotional initiatives,
the NFVF actively supports and empowers South African filmmakers, driving the
growth of the industry and promoting local content on both national and
international platforms.
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