Efectos de los Acuerdos de Coproducción Cinematográfica en la industria del cine Colombiano

Abstract

The objective of this article was to analyse the effects of cinematographic co-production agreements on the Colombian film industry, evaluating their impact in terms of artistic quality, access to international markets, and economic development. Throsby's concentric circles model and Higson's theory of transnational cinema were used to explore both, the cultural aspect and the economic and creative interconnection of Colombian cinema within a global context. A qualitative descriptive analysis methodology was employed for this research, based on review of available literature, case studies, and comparative analysis of economic and commercial data. The main findings showed that the agreements have significantly increased film production, access to international funding, and participation in international festivals. However, challenges were also identified, such as the dependence on external resources and the potential dilution of local cinematic identity. The conclusion was that co-production agreements have considerably benefited the Colombian film industry, but improvements in regulation and public policies are necessary to ensure that these agreements contribute to the sustainable development of the industry and strengthen the country’s cultural identity.