You have a deep economic crisis.
The local currency is at its lowest ever.
At the same time, the film industry was relying heavily on subsidies.
‘Argentina, 1985’Amazon
There are no national tax or cash rebates.
There is also no kind of private investment.
Therefore, how can you make films without any kind of financing?
Its not just about politics, he said.
It would be a lazy approach to just blame the current government for everything that isnt working.
But I do think the government needs to revise how theyre approaching the issues that the industry faces today.
Im an exception to the rule, he said.
Im a firm believer in the value of cash or tax incentives.
But I dont think thats the only way.
Those are the places where government support makes a huge difference.
Argentina, 1985is a good example of that.
Its very accessible for audiences around the world and that was done intentionally.
Brian Cox is directing.
We didnt properly announce it but were involved, Kuschevatzky said of the project.
Were always looking for projects that wed buy a ticket to ourselves.
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