European cinema is experiencing a production boom, with outputs increasing by over 50% in the last decade. However, this surge has not translated into greater audience numbers, with the market seeing an decline in moviegoers per film. Despite critical successes like Jacques Audiard's Emilia Perez, many films struggle to find an audience due to market saturation and competition. The EU is actively involved in supporting this landscape through its Creative Europe Media programme, showcasing a variety of films at major film festivals, including the Berlinale, Cannes, and Venice.
European film production has surged over 50% in the past decade, yet audience attendance hasn't kept pace, indicating a worrying disconnect in the industry.
Despite a remarkable increase in film production, fewer moviegoers per film signal a troubling trend for the European cinema landscape, reliant on major hits.
The recent jury-prize-winning film Emilia Perez illustrates the standard issue within this boom, garnering critical acclaim but failing to attract audience interest.
The EU remains a significant benefactor of the European film scene, particularly through its Creative Europe Media programme, which supports various showcased films.
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