Support for the film industry as well as the exhibition sector in Europe is vital. However, should support to theatrical exhibition be subject to EC competition rules?
This position paper is a complementary comment in addition to UNIC’s previous response submitted on September 30th 2011.
Our position on the Green Paper provides an introduction to the economics of film distribution in Europe and emphasises the benefits that an exclusive and sustainable theatrical exploitation window has for the entire film industry.
Support for the film industry as well as the exhibition sector in Europe is vital. However, should support to theatrical exhibition be subject to EC competition rules?
Read why UNIC fully supports a single, unique, open and compatible digital cinema standard which will ensure a level playing field in the exhibition sector.