Glasgow Business Growth Framework

Glasgow Film Theatre – Validating a New Marketplace Venture

Client Overview

Glasgow Film Theatre (GFT) is a cornerstone of Scotland’s independent cinema scene and organiser of the annual Glasgow Film Festival.

The Requirement

GFT sought to explore the potential of creating a marketplace alongside its annual Film Festival – a commercial platform where films could be bought, sold and new creative partnerships formed. This venture would position GFT as a global destination for filmmakers, investors, and distributors.

Our Approach

Genoa Black delivered a strategic scoping project, combining primary and secondary research to create an evidence base for the new marketplace. The final report included:

  • Executive summary and strategic context
  • Market overview and landscape
  • Competitor analysis
  • Stakeholder interviews with industry leaders and potential partners
  • Proposed marketplace model and structure
  • Impact assessment on Glasgow, Scotland and the UK film industry

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