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Tuesday, October 7, 2008

Asian Film Market ends with a whimper

Patrick Frater and Marcus Lim wrap up the Asian Film Market.  Sounds like a bust.
The Asian Film Market sputtered to a dismal halt Monday in Pusan, with many buyers rushing for the airport and sellers left staring into empty corridors.

While numerous explanations were offered for the slump, which came despite an improvement in the facilities, the simple fact was that there were very few deals signed and no standout product or project.

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