Thursday, May 26, 2011

Kenya-Franco Film Treaty

The Kenyan government and the Government of France signed a Co-production Treaty at this year’s Cannes International Film Festival. The cooperation agreement between the Kenya Film Commission (KFC) and the Centre National de la Cinematographie et de l’image animee (CNC) was signed by Peter Mutie (KFC) and Eric Garandeau of (CNC).
The pact seeks to enhance cooperation between Kenya and France in the area of Film production, marketing and distribution as well as preservation of film heritage of both countries. During last year’s edition of the Cannes International festival France entered into a similar agreement with South Africa.
The treaty ties the countries to broaden the scope the exchange of information and experience in cinema polices. Special attention will be directed towards training experts and educators. Seminars and workshops related to this sector are also on the cards.