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No word on assistance for major exhibitors as first SCREEN funding announced

The Federal Government has announced $8.7 million in funding for 158 independent cinemas under the Supporting Cinemas’ Retention Endurance and Enhancement of Neighbourhoods (SCREEN) Fund, but remains coy on whether assistance will be provided to major exhibitors.

Box Office Distribution Film News

BO Report: ‘The Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard’, ‘In The Heights’ tail ‘F9’

Just over a week ago 'F9' revved into cinemas, posting the highest opening weekend since the pandemic began. Many exhibitors were then excited about the further promise of school holidays and two other upcoming major releases in 'The Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard' and 'In The Heights'. But what a difference a week can make, with new outbreaks of the virus impacting cinemas across the country and disrupting the market.

Film Funding News

Applications open for $20 million SCREEN Fund

The Federal Government has released the guidelines for the Supporting Cinemas’ Retention Endurance and Enhancement of Neighbourhoods (SCREEN) Fund as it opens for applications.

Distribution Film News

Government announces $20 million lifeline for independent cinemas

Independent cinema operators under financial hardship as a result of the pandemic will be able to apply for one-off grants of up to $85,000 after the Federal Government announced $20 million for the sector.

Film News Production TV & Streaming

Opinion: Production boom ‘could keep going for years to come’

Thanks to Australia’s careful management of the pandemic, the industry is in the midst of a production boom. The government hopes to support the sector to leverage both this “once-in-a-century” opportunity and the global demand for content in the years ahead, writes Minister for Communications, Urban Infrastructure, Cities and the Arts Paul Fletcher.