Industry Marketplace
De Grey Rooms
Friday 8 November | 11.30-20.00
New to 2019, Aesthetica introduced the Industry Marketplace. The first event of its kind in the UK, it was a platform for attendees and delegates to engage with key organisations from across the sector, including international film festivals, screen agencies, sales agents, global distributors and renowned universities. It was a destination for individuals to meet face-to-face with those changing the industry today – providing a platform for networking and idea generation.
This year’s edition welcomed 40 exhibitors, including BFI Network, Locarno Film Festival, Creative England, Edinburgh Film Festival, Sheffield Doc/Fest, Hijack Post, London College of Communication and Festival Formula. These industry leaders and cultural pioneers occupied a dedicated exhibition space, attracting around 3,000 international directors, delegates and students. The Industry Marketplace was a dynamic and accessible space for conversation and exchange.
The Industry Marketplace was unique to ASFF 2019, complementing a rich and expansive programme of over 100 events and 450 films. Free to attend for pass-holders, this one-day event reached out to the filmmaking community, providing a prime opportunity to expand contacts lists and share projects amongst likeminded individuals.