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France and Korea to lead Lumiere film summit
Hindustan Times··4 Sept
French President Emmanuel Macron and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung will co-chair the Lumiere Summit on Monday in Saint-Paul-de-Vence. Organisers said representatives from Disney, NBCUniversal, Netflix, CAA and technology firms will join delegates from more than 55 countries. Sessions will address artificial intelligence, funding shortages and reaching audiences in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia.
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What It Means For You
- The one-day summit takes place near the French Riviera.
- Organisers said it aims to give governments, companies and cultural institutions a practical response to industry change.
- South Korea has gained influence through K-pop bands such as BTS and films like Parasite.
What's Happening
- Sessions will explore new financial models for the entertainment industry.
- The French government called the event a chance to showcase the country's cinema strengths.
- The summit is named for film pioneers Auguste and Louis Lumiere.
Lumiere Summit Participants
- Hollywood studios including Disney, NBCUniversal and Netflix are expected to attend.
- The CAA talent agency is among confirmed participants.
- Debate will cover how creators can be safeguarded amid technological change.
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