Spain's Indie Distributors Gain Market Share as Merci Increases Buyers
Independent film distributors in Spain have reported a 45% rise in box office receipts through September, driven by successful releases like 'La Bola Negra'. The growth in market share was a key topic at the Valladolid Merci market, which saw increased participation from buyers.
Why it matters
This highlights a positive trend for independent cinema in Europe despite broader challenges in the theatrical exhibition sector.
Spain’s indie film distributors are flexing growing box office muscle — and attracting a broader range of buyers to Valladolid’s Merci market.
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