Event within the framework of the Russian Federation's chairmanship of the Arctic Council in 2021–2023.
In the context of Hollywood studios refusing to distribute in Russia, our film industry requires new approaches to selecting film content and working with viewers.
A recent trend is interest in one’s own history and culture. Films about the indigenous peoples of Russia receive top prizes at film festivals and enjoy the attention of audiences. How does ethnic cinema attract viewers and can it really support Russian film distribution?
Moderator:
Andrey Apostolov, Editor-in-chief of the Lenfilm film studio, film expert, program director of the Window to Europe and Gorkyfest festivals.
Speakers and panellists:
Anton Malyshev, Executive Director of the Kinoprime Foundation;
Tamara Statikova, Director of the Arctic Open festival;
Angelina Ashman, Leading producer of documentaries at the KION online cinema;
Ivan Bolotnikov, Producer, director, director of the film studio "Author";
Olga Bazhenova, Director of festival agency Eastwood Agency;
Philip Abryutin, Artistic director, program director of the International Arctic Film Festival "Golden Raven";
Georgy Shabanov, CEO of All Media Company (a START Company), producer.