Locarno Industry Academy Reaches Out to South Asia Talent

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In a bid to further expand its international network of young talent to South Asia, Locarno Pro, the industry section of the Locarno Film Festival, has launched an unprecedented partnership between…

, launched in 2007, is described by Locarno Pro as South Asia’s largest global film market organized by the National Film Development Corporation , which is aimed at fostering new South Asian content and talent as well as generating sales of world cinema in the South Asian region.

Eligible countries from which aspiring participants can submit their applications are: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. Said Markus Duffner, head of Locarno Pro: “The South Asia-Locarno Industry Academy will allow us to introduce a full program for young professionals in this region. Participants will be able to connect with Industry Academy alumni in Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, the U.S. and Europe, joining an international network of future industry players.”

 

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