Networks of European Cinemas
The Networks of European Cinemas funding program, part of the Creative Europe Programme, aims to support the creation and operation of cinema networks dedicated to increasing the audience for non-national European films. This initiative seeks to renew and enrich the cinema-going experience, promote sustainability, and foster innovation within the European cinema sector.
Who is Funded: European Cinema Networks
The "Networks of European Cinemas" program targets European cinema operators collaborating in networks to promote and screen non-national European films, aiming to expand audience reach and renew the cinema experience. This initiative is designed for entities committed to enhancing the visibility and accessibility of European cinematic works.
What is Funded: Cinema Activities and Innovation
This program funds a range of activities designed to promote European films, innovate the cinema experience, and integrate digital and sustainable practices within European cinema operations. Supported actions aim at audience growth, business adaptation, and fostering collaboration across the European cinema network.
Type and Scope of Funding for European Cinemas
The program provides financial support in the form of grants. For the CREA-MEDIA-2023-CINNET call, a total budget of 15,500,000 € was allocated for the year 2023. Specific maximum funding amounts per project are not detailed in the provided information.
Conditions and Requirements for Cinema Networks
Applicants must adhere to specific eligibility, admissibility, and evaluation criteria outlined in the official Call document. The program strongly emphasizes the integration of sustainability, gender balance, inclusion, diversity, and representativeness in proposed projects.
Application Procedure: Networks of European Cinemas
The application process for the CREA-MEDIA-2023-CINNET call is now closed. It followed a single-stage submission method with a defined timeline for application, evaluation, and grant agreement signatures.
Legal Basis for Cinema Network Funding
The "Networks of European Cinemas" program is implemented under the umbrella of the broader Creative Europe Programme, which provides the foundational framework for its operations and ensures its legitimacy within EU cultural policies.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Allocated Budget:
15,500,000 €
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union
Sectors:
Creative Industries
Beneficiaries:
Cinema operators, audiences
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Market Introduction, Service Delivery, Capacity Building, Process Optimization, Awareness Campaigns
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA)
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