Australian films at the cinema: Rethinking the role of distribution and exhibition

Aveyard, Karina (2011) Australian films at the cinema: Rethinking the role of distribution and exhibition. Media International Australia, 138 (1). pp. 36-45. ISSN 2200-467X

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Abstract

Australian films are criticised regularly for their failure to engage local audiences and for their lack of commercial success. Academic and industry analysis of these shortcomings has tended to focus on problems in production and financing, but has given inadequate attention to the role of distribution and exhibition. This article examines how the commercial and cultural situation of Australian films is fundamentally shaped by the manner in which they are circulated and screened. It highlights the complex interrelations between the production, distribution and exhibition sectors, and addresses the implications of these issues for contemporary film policy and practice in Australia.

Item Type:	Article
Faculty \ School:	Faculty of Arts and Humanities > School of Art, Media and American Studies (former - to 2024)
UEA Research Groups:	Faculty of Arts and Humanities > Research Groups > Film, Television and Media
Depositing User:	Julie Frith
Date Deposited:	13 Jun 2012 08:54
Last Modified:	28 Mar 2025 02:46
URI:	https://ueaeprints.uea.ac.uk/id/eprint/38910
DOI:	10.1177/1329878X1113800106

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