British Association for Screen Entertainment (BASE)

Happy Friday! This week's BASE Line is now LIVE, featuring a roundup of the week's news, insights and innovation from across the category, with this week's special Big Question coming from Danny Brogan, Executive Editor - Head of Streaming at Common Sense Media. Read now: https://lnkd.in/es-St4Ae We asked Danny - MIDiA Research recently released its 'Youth versus Age' report, highlighting the differences (and similarities) in entertainment media spending across ages. What form of entertainment do you feel brings together various demographics? He said "Watching something together can be one of the most rewarding activities to do as a family. But it needs to hit that sweet spot of being entertaining across generations. Get it right, and it can start important and sometimes difficult conversations. I recently saw Inside Out 2 with my wife and two young daughters (ages 4 and 6). We all left the cinema beaming and maybe a little teary-eyed. Like the first film, Pixar tackles complex themes like anxiety. But it trusts its younger viewers, refusing to dumb down. It never felt too young or old and was an enjoyable experience for all of us." Elsewhere, we shared the news that the stars of Baby Reindeer and The Crown are among those nominated for this year's Emmy Awards. Scottish comedian Richard Gadd, creator of controversial Netflix series Baby Reindeer, has three nominations - for acting, writing and producing. Please click the link below to subscribe if you haven't already, and get our curated weekly roundup of industry news, insights and resources each Friday morning: https://bit.ly/3Oh36gK

Happy Friday! This week's BASELine is now LIVE, featuring a roundup of the week's news, insights and innovation from across the category, with this week's special Big Question coming from Kerry Kent FRSA, Head of Policy at British Screen Forum. Read now: https://lnkd.in/e4qFkCRA We asked Kerry - MIDiA Research recently released its 'Youth versus Age' report, highlighting the differences (and similarities) in entertainment media spending across ages. What form of entertainment do you feel brings together various demographics? She said "Watching something together can be one of the most rewarding activities to do as a family. But it needs to hit that sweet spot of being entertaining across generations. Get it right, and it can start important and sometimes difficult conversations. I recently saw Inside Out 2 with my wife and two young daughters (ages 4 and 6). We all left the cinema beaming and maybe a little teary-eyed. Like the first film, Pixar tackles complex themes like anxiety. But it trusts its younger viewers, refusing to dumb down. It never felt too young or old and was an enjoyable experience for all of us." Elsewhere, we shared the news that Phil Halliday, managing director of HMV has said more shoppers are buying physical movies and TV shows again despite the recent streaming boom, with Blu-ray and DVD sales back in growth after decline in recent years. Please click the link below to subscribe if you haven't already, and get our curated weekly roundup of industry news, insights and resources each Friday morning: https://lnkd.in/e8V-x6Eb

ERA CEO, Kim Bayley, appeared on BBC Radio 5 Live earlier this week with Gethin Jones after ERA member HMV revealed an uptick in DVD and Blu-Ray sales for the first half of the year. "I think they're definitely here to stay. People love physical format - they love to collect." Listen back to the interview now: https://lnkd.in/dJF6Wp86 at 2:54hrs

Today, with immediate effect, WebKyte has become the newest member of BASE. They join the ever-growing and thriving BASE community, eighty-five-plus organisations united in supporting the Home Entertainment industry, and, through BASE’s dedicated unit, The Industry Trust for IP Awareness, a collective dedicated to tackling the issue of copyright infringement in the UK, including distributors, cinemas, and online and offline retailers. WebKyte specialise in video recognition, identifying criminal, adult, and copyrighted content on video-sharing platforms, aiding in content moderation through their understanding of the sector’s needs through their relationships with BASE members. Olia Valigourskaia, CEO & Founder at WebKyte, said: “At WebKyte, we are thrilled to join BASE as their newest member. As a global provider of content protection, we believe in the power of collaboration. We look forward to learning from the fellow members and sharing our expertise with the association. We hope that together we will set new standards for media protection and enhance the home entertainment experience for everyone. Special thanks to Liz Bales and the amazing BASE team for creating a space for the home entertainment industry to exchange experiences and grow together.” Liz Bales, Chief Executive at British Association for Screen Entertainment said: “Combatting piracy requires a collective effort, with technology companies playing a proactive role in IP protection. WebKyte’s expertise in online content protection and their understanding of the sector’s needs through their relationships with BASE members enhances our collective strategy, empowering those who reap rewards from the UK audiovisual industry, as detailed in the ‘Piracy: A Problem Shared’ report. I am incredibly pleased to welcome them to our growing membership.” Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e-ACdYUz

Happy Friday! This week's BASE Line is now LIVE, featuring a roundup of the week's news, insights and innovation from across the category, with this week's special Big Question coming from Bethan Davies Wykes, Communications Manager at The Film and TV Charity. Read now: https://lnkd.in/eQUrR-AN We asked Bethan - MIDiA Research recently released its 'Youth versus Age' report, highlighting the differences (and similarities) in entertainment media spending across ages. What form of entertainment do you feel brings together various demographics? She said "Appointment to view TV is something that is clearly the winner for me when it comes to people across demographics. From The Traitors to the Euros to Strictly Come Dancing and even Love Island, it's the must-see TV that is still king when it comes to winning over audiences!" Elsewhere, we shared the news that Screen International has spoken to representatives from across the film and TV industry about what they would like to see the new UK government do for the sector. Please click the link below to subscribe if you haven't already, and get our curated weekly roundup of industry news, insights and resources each Friday morning: https://bit.ly/3Oh36gK

Lisa Nandy has been appointed UK secretary of state for culture, media and sport by new Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Prior to last week's UK general election, she was shadow cabinet minister for international development and has previously held shadow cabinet roles in housing, foreign and commonwealth affairs, and energy and climate change. The secretary of state for culture, media and sport is responsible for overall strategy and policy across the Department for Culture, Media and Sport, including allocating grant-in-aid funding for the British Film Institute (BFI).

The shortlist for the 2024 BASE Awards announced today! You can read the full list here: https://lnkd.in/eK8tixHa 36 companies across 35 categories are included in the shortlists that reflect the success of the UK Home Entertainment Industry. #BASEAwards2024 Winners will be announced at the ceremony on Wednesday 25th September at the Camden Roundhouse. Secure your tickets now!

We are excited to announce that the voting for the "Hidden Gem" 2024 Award Shortlist (supported by DiscussingFilm) is now open! This award recognises the standout title that captivated the audience's imagination, irrespective of sales figures. The shortlist was derived from a longlist, voted on by industry members and followers of DiscussingFilm. The shortlist is as follows: 20 Days in Mariupol - Dogwoof Anatomy of A Fall - Lionsgate Anyone But You - Sony Pictures Entertainment Are You There God, It's Me Margaret? - Lionsgate Dungeons & Dragons - Honour Among Thieves - Paramount Pictures How To Have Sex - MUBI Past Lives - STUDIOCANAL Priscilla - MUBI The Holdovers - Universal Pictures / Dazzler Media The Iron Claw - Lionsgate Vote now: https://lnkd.in/e2-SR9EE

Happy Friday! This week's BASE Line is now LIVE, featuring a roundup of the week's news, insights and innovation from across the category, with this week's special Big Question coming from Jerome Mazandarani, International Marketing Specialist (Consultant) at AHAVERSE & Industry Consultant. Read now: https://lnkd.in/eRrhuzch We asked Jerome - MIDiA Research recently released its 'Youth versus Age' report, highlighting the differences (and similarities) in entertainment media spending across ages. What form of entertainment do you feel brings together various demographics? He said "Animation is a medium that brings all demographics together in cinemas and at home. Pixar's INSIDE OUT 2 is single-handedly saving the summer box office ($750m GBO in 2 weeks)! Between July-Dec 2023, on Netflix, China's MONKEY KING animation earned 42.9m views, Super Mario Bros Movie an extra 44.9m and the Studio Ghibli library amassed over 40m combined views. Animation is global, and everyone watches it." Elsewhere, we shared the news that the UK's film industry's core guilds and organisations have expressed their hopes for the next government. Their calls include sturdier support for the largely freelance workforce, such as appointing a government freelance commissioner, reducing VAT on cinema tickets to align with other European countries, and enhancing protection for creatives in the age of artificial intelligence (AI). Please click the link below to subscribe if you haven't already, and get our curated weekly roundup of industry news, insights and resources each Friday morning: https://bit.ly/3Oh36gK