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18/04/2005

Qwerty's Michael Kuhn to deliver Pact Film Lecture

Michael Kuhn, Chairman of Qwerty Films, is to share his views on the state of the British film industry in Pact's inaugural Film Lecture, to take place in London on Monday May 9 and sponsored by the Bank of Ireland.
The Lecture will address the current state of British film, looking at the role of the UK Film Council, the BBC and Government.
Michael Kuhn is the former president of Polygram Filmed Entertainment. Under his tenure over 100 films were produced and distributed by Polygram and 14 Academy Awards won.
Tim Willis, Director of Film at Pact, said: "We are delighted Michael Kuhn has accepted our invitation to give this inaugural Pact Film Lecture at such an important time for the industry; we know Michael will speak his mind and we look forward to hearing what he has to say. We are grateful to Bank of Ireland, an international financial services company and a leading player in the media and telemedia finance markets."
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