Is film investment still in the frame?

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Since 10 February 2004, the British film industry has been in a state of flux. Much has been written...

Since 10 February 2004, the British film industry has been in a state of flux. Much has been written about its demise, most of it misleading, some simply inaccurate. This misinformation, when added to the recent announcement by the Inland Revenue, has created an atmosphere of uncertainty within and without the industry. With the ink now dry on the Budget, it is time to re-evaluate where we are and what this means for investors in British film. The 10 February announcement was a clear statement from the Exchequer to schemes - not exclusively film partnerships - that allowed tax relief for l...