overview

Founded in 1993 within the framework of the GATS negotiations, we act as a network, a think tank and a lobby in order to participate in the definition of the political and legislative context on a European level. As a result, we closely follow the evolution of political issues on a European and member state level, inform our members about the major issues affecting the film industry, and take concerted action.

The EPC also coordinates an alliance of 35 national Producer Associations across Europe through the European Producer Associations Alliance (EPAA) to coordinate efforts on both a European and national level.

A dedicated team of experts works at the EPC in order to promote international film co-production. For more than seven years, the EPC has been organising training workshops, professional conferences, and networking meetings in Europe and all over the world. In addition to its 50 Members, the EPC fosters a network of over 3,000 industry professionals.

In order to keep up with a changing environment, 2009 will see the improvement of the EPC’s Internet-based service for all film professionals, the European Cinema Network (ECN), and the launching of its global alter-ego, the World Cinema Network (WCN) tailor-made for extra-European professionals.