The UK has scored three international hits in the last 2 to 3 years, with The Full Monty , Trainspotting and Bean . These films have given the UK film industry a higher profile and have shown that UK filmmakers can make more than just period drama. However, most UK-originated films never get a wide release.
Distribution is the weakest sector of the UK film industry.
Most distributors are linked to the big US film companies, so they fill their schedules mostly with US-made films. Its first report was published in March 1998 and made many recommendations, including an 'All Industry Fund' which would 'improve the development, distribution, and marketing of British films, as well as their production'. Key Note predicts that UK film production is unlikely to remain at the same high level over the next few years. However, the quality of those films that are produced will rise and they will be more likely to be seen by the general public.