FILMS AND THEIR ORIGIN

Films and their origin

Wrath of the titans – Warner Bros (USA)

Dark knight – Warner bros (USA)

Dark knight rises – Warner bros (USA)

Harry potter the deathly hallows part 2 – Warner Bros (USA) heyday film (USA)

Total recall – original film (USA)

Skyfall – Eojn productions (UK) subsidiary of Danjaq (USA)

Iron lady – Pathe (French) film 4 (UK)

Skyfall

Cultural content

Filmed in the UK

Majority of cast are British

Based on British subject matter or underlying material

The film was recorded in English

Cultural contribution

The film demonstrates British creativity, heritage and diversity.

Cultural hubs

The cultural test determines what make a British film.

To be a certified British film is important for a production company because the film needs to pas the cultural test. The tax relief is available because this will directly increase our GDP through the film industry and production and jobs. It indirectly increases GDP through tourism and merchandise sales. It improves Britain’s position globally and advertises the country its self.