Here you will find all important information about existing film co-production agreements, the recognition of co-productions and the Government Award for Corporate Films conferred by the BMWFJ.
Producing films is more expensive than ever,
financing them is more difficult than ever,
obtaining funding is thus more important than ever.
International co-productions are becoming increasingly important for the Austrian film industry. On the one hand, they open up more financing possibilities for individual films and, on the other hand, they help to ensure that there will be a return on the invested capital as well (giving access to additional markets). Films resulting from co-productions are considered domestic films and can be awarded the same financial support as is available in the contractual country.
The BMWFJ is responsible for recognising co-productions and for negotiating bilateral co production agreements. The Federal Ministry for Education, Arts and Culture is responsible for providing funding for films (Austrian Film Institute) and for representing Austria in international film bodies.
Further information:
The following checklists are all available in German only:
