Online Database: Free During Beta Period: Screenbase, The European Film Index
This free beta (it will become accessible only to Screen International subscribers once beta is complete) is loaded down with info about the current European motion picture productions. Some things you'll find on Screenbase include:
+ Lists of films in pre-production, production, of completed (also searchable). You'll also find production company info.
+ Browse production companies (listings show what films are currently in pre-prod, production, etc.)
+ International Sales. In what countries has the film been sold, who is the distributor)
+ Films sorted by distribution company
+ People (actors, directors, producers, etc.)
+ What festivals will the film be playing at.
That's just a sample of the content. If you have an interest in film and/or are the person responsible for collection development in this area, have a look.
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