Annual Report
2011
The international presence and popularity of Swiss films increased clearly in 2011: There were 97 Swiss film productions screened in the main sections of major festivals (+ 52%); 286 Swiss films were presented in retrospectives and thematic film programmes (+ 16%);
306 awards were presented to Swiss film productions (+ 51%); as well as monetary prizes amounting to CHF 600’000 (+ 25%). “Such visibility is the result of systematic cooperation in all the areas which form the key prerequisites for filmmaking: education, production, distribution and promotion. SWISS FILMS serves as the contact address in Switzerland for the latter,” summarises Josefa Haas, chairwoman of the foundation board. The annual report provides background information and details.
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2010
SWISS FILMS worked with 20 feature films, 40 feature- or medium-length documentaries and 50 short films in 2010. The promotion agency provided financial support to approximately 60 films for festival participation. With retrospectives, themed programmes and homages throughout Europe and worldwide, SWISS FILMS highlights specific connections and trends. The awareness of Swiss filmmaking at home is bolstered effectively with special events: for example, the “Appellations Suisse” series at the Locarno International Film Festival attracted 36% more viewers; the Short Film Night Tour recorded some 15,500 viewers. SWISS FILMS plays a key role in the Swiss Film Prize «Quartz». The annual report provides information about the services provided and success in 2010.
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2009
SWISS FILMS, the promotion agency for Swiss film productions, reports a successful year in 2009: participation at major A-category festivals has continued since the Locarno International Film Festival 2009, at which numerous Swiss film productions enjoyed a strong presence. Due to the intermediation and support provided by SWISS FILMS, more than 50 feature-length films and over 70 Swiss short film productions were invited to 37 major international film festivals in 2009. Twelve Swiss film productions received export subsidies in 2009. In order to position film programmes abroad, SWISS FILMS collaborated with a total of 19 organisers, primarily with festivals.
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2008
SWISS FILMS, the national film promotion agency, provides an insight into its efficient promotion of Swiss film productions at home and abroad in its Annual Report 2008. Supporting participation at festivals, promoting distribution and organising film programmes abroad all serve to reinforce the international awareness of Swiss film productions. By means of continual documentation and provision of information on domestic filmmaking as well as the organisation of public relations events - the Swiss Film Prize «Quartz» in Lucerne, the Swiss Cinema Day in Locarno or the Short Film Night which toured throughout all of Switzerland - SWISS FILMS draws attention to Swiss film productions at home. You can read more information in the Annual Report 2008.
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