10-11-2008

Polish presence at the American Film Market

By Katarzyna Grynienko
    The Polish Film Institute (PISF) is presenting Polish films for the first time at the AFM, running through November 12.
    PISF (www.pisf.pl), in co-operation with European Film Promotion (www.efp-online.com) is represente along with Gremi Film Production (www.gremifilm.pl) at a joint Polish stand. A primary objective of the Polish team is conducting an Oscar promotion campaign for the movie Tricks directed by Andrzej Jakimowski. The first screening took place on November 7.

    Polish film professionals are visiting AFM not only to present their products, but also purchase films. Nine directed by Rob Marshall was immediately bought by the Polish distribution company Kino Swiat (www.kinoswiat.pl).