Ana Marques, Executive Director of the Portugal Film Commission
The start of the final quarter of 2024 marked a significant period for the Portugal Film Commission, with its participation in several international film and audiovisual industry markets. The Spanish city of Valladolid was the first stop, hosting the Shooting Locations Marketplace, an important business platform for filming locations and production companies. Over October 15-16, the team met with producers, location managers, and scouts from around the world, showcasing the country’s potential as a filming destination and the incentives offered by Pic Portugal.
At MIPCOM Cannes, which took place from October 21-24 in the south of France, the Portugal Film Commission shared a stand with the Association of Independent Television Producers (APIT), RTP, SIC, and TVI. A highlight of the Portuguese presence at this edition was the “Tune in to Portugal” cocktail, where the Portuguese audiovisual sector gathered with its international partners. Organised by the Portugal Film Commission, this event offered an evening of networking and experience-sharing on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea.
FROM EUROPE TO ACROSS THE ATLANTIC
October concluded across the Atlantic, with the Portugal Film Commission participating in the IV Audiovisual Ideas Meeting at the São Paulo International Film Festival, held at the Cinemateca Brasileira from October 24-26. Over three days, Ana Marques led individual meetings with professionals from the Brazilian audiovisual industry. Promoting opportunities to foster networking and sharing of experiences, the Portugal Film Commission also sponsored a breakfast at the Ideas Meeting.
This year’s São Paulo International Film Festival programme included 24 Portuguese films, eight of which were supported by the Pic Portugal – Cash Rebate Incentive.