African Co-Productions: The Possibilities and the Challenges

An AFM initiative to further the development and promotion of the African film industry. The Roundtable will bring together stakeholders who have an interest in films produced in Africa with cross-cultural appeal to work towards realizing the full potential of the African film industry.

Speakers

Monique Griffith, Executive Manager, Joburg Film Office
Vishnu Singh, Special Projects Manager, Joburg Film Office
Monday, November 7
3:00pm – 4:30pm

US/Europe Co-Productions

How do you find potential international partners? Where do you get information on tax incentives? What are the union rules? This panel will offer practical details on what steps to take if you are looking to set up a US-Europe co-production, including case studies, the pitfalls to avoid and the potential implications of Brexit.

Monday, November 7
5:00pm – 6:30pm
Distributing and Monetizing Feature Documentaries
Presented in partnership with the International Documentary Association.

Access: If you would like to attend this invitation-only event, please send your name, company, contact info and a list of your major credits or IMDB page to afm@documentary.org. If we are able to accommodate your request, you will receive a confirmation email from IDA. Seating is limited.

Tuesday, November 8
3:00pm – 4:30pm
Working with the U.S. Guilds

With
Matthew Gamarra, Senior Manager, Special Events and Independent Organizing, DGA
Darrien Michele Gipson, National Director, SAGindie
Kay S. Wolf, Independent Film Executive, Writers Guild of America, West

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Roundtable Location:
Loews Hotel, AFM Studio – 1700 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica