Cautious atmosphere at IDFA Forum

Tough economic times in Europe and fears of the Internet cutting into the reach of broadcasters have put a chill on the International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) Forum. Plenty of interesting projects have been pitched but responses have been measured, with many commissioning editors offering to have subsequent meetings with producers and directors.

November 25, 2009

Tough economic times in Europe and fears of the Internet cutting into the reach of broadcasters have put a chill on the International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) Forum. Plenty of interesting projects have been pitched but responses have been measured, with many commissioning editors offering to have subsequent meetings with producers and directors.