Film funding in Austria: 13.8 million euros for new projects secure the future!
Film funding in Austria: 13.8 million euros for new projects secure the future!
Österreich - Film funding in Austria has received an urgent update, which is a relief for many in the industry. As Kleine Zeitung , additional support needs for the ÖFI+ (Austrian film institute) have been provided after the applications had overtaken the expectations. In order to cover the urgent need for funding for 2024, an additional 13.8 million euros were provided - 7 million euros come from the current budget, while 6.8 million euros are taken from reserves.
Minister of Culture Werner Kogler (Greens) emphasizes the importance of this measure and emphasizes that a future federal government must now ensure sufficient funds. The film industry is pleased with this support, as Alexander Dumreicher-Vivanu, chairman of the Film and Musikwirtschaft specialist association, explains: "Today is a good day for Austrian film." Filming, including the new film "The Service Master" by Oscar director Stefan Ruzowitzky, are secured.
opposition criticizes the draft budget
SPÖ club chairman Philip Kucher points out that the government's one-off payments are fizzled out and that people are now exposed to double loads. His FPÖ colleague Hubert Fuchs speaks of an "ambition-free budget" that does not offer any sustainable solutions. The Greens, on the other hand, defend the draft budget as a "climate budget" that protects the judiciary and plans for the future. The budget design must now be processed in committees.
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Ort | Österreich |
| Quellen | |
Kommentare (0)