Cinema of Nouvelle Alexandrie

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The cinema of Nouvelle Alexandrie, centered in Starlight City, Alduria, plays a pivotal role in the federation's economy and cultural identity. Home to major film studios such as Blakeslee Films and United Alexandrian Pictures (UAP), along with numerous independent producers, the industry not only shapes local culture but also projects Nouvelle Alexandrie's creative prowess globally. Since its emergence in the late 1690s, the film industry has thrived, significantly bolstered by the New Prosperity Plan which injected substantial investment into the arts from 1685 AN to 1698 AN.

The founders of New Alexandrian cinema — George Blakeslee, a Caputian entrepreneur who established Blakeslee Films; Hans Backovic, a renowned director known for his international successes; and Martha Vanjee, an Aldurian actress and co-founder of UAP — were instrumental in blending the cinematic traditions of Alduria, the Wechua Nation, and Caputia to create a unique and influential filmography. By the early 1700s, Nouvelle Alexandrie had established itself as a significant player on the international cinema stage, with Blakeslee Films' releases alone generating over 300 million ecus annually at the box office by 1721 AN.

Today, Starlight City is synonymous with blockbuster hits and artistic films that lead ticket sales across the federation, making it not just a cultural icon but a substantial economic force. In 1731 AN, the film industry contributed approximately 8 billion ecus to Nouvelle Alexandrie’s GDP, underscoring its importance as a key driver of economic vitality and innovation in the arts.

History

• Start of New Alexandrian cinema - Caputian cinema, Wechua cinema, Aldurian cinema, with a significant dose of Natopian, Constancian, and other cinema for good measure. Cinema tradition in NAX takes after Caputia, Alexandria, Wechua.
• Two main film studios, both based in Punta Santiago: Blakeslee Films and United Alexandrian Pictures, based in Starlight City suburb
  • Starlight City suburb of Punta Santiago becomes major destination for film studios, becomes a metonym for the film industry
• More film studios started to proliferate, birth of a significant independent film studio industry - based out of Judah, Parap, and later Cardenas
• The Starlight Awards, rise of trade associations, the era of the starlets (XXXX-XXXX), box office decline (XXXX-XXXX), Actor's Strike of 1718, era of the XXXXX (XXXX-XXXX), decline, then recent last 5-6 years: restoration and growth of the cinema industry up to 1732.
• Which films are popular in NAX from abroad and why? How does the development of the system in which NAX cinema operates impact the stories and movies that get made?

Industry

Trade Associations

• National Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences (NAMPAS): The premier body overseeing the Starlight Awards and setting professional standards within the industry.
• Nouvelle Alexandrie Film Producers Association (NAFPA): Represents film producers and promotes the interests of production houses in Nouvelle Alexandrie.
• Directors Guild of Nouvelle Alexandrie (DGNA): A guild for film directors that provides support, networking opportunities, and advocacy for its members.
• Screenwriters Guild of Nouvelle Alexandrie (SGNA): Focuses on protecting the rights and fostering the careers of screenwriters within the federation.

Major Studios

• Blakeslee Films: The largest and most influential studio in Nouvelle Alexandrie, known for high-budget blockbusters and international hits.
• United Alexandrian Pictures (UAP): Co-founded by Martha Vanjee, UAP is renowned for its diverse film genres and strong domestic and international presence.
• Silver Screen Studios: Specializes in historical and epic films, contributing significantly to the cultural export of Nouvelle Alexandrie.
• Emerald Bay Entertainment: Known for producing critically acclaimed dramas and documentaries.

Independent Studios

• Red Sands Productions: Based in Judah, focuses on indie films with powerful narratives, often exploring social and political themes.
• Twilight Tales Studios: Based in Cardenas, produces horror and fantasy genre films, gaining a cult following both locally and abroad.
• Oceanview Films: Based in Amapola, known for romantic comedies and coming-of-age stories, popular among the younger demographic.

Foreign Distributors

• Global CineVision: An international distributor that partners with New Alexandrian studios to release films worldwide.
• EuraCinema Networks: Specializes in distributing Nouvelle Alexandrian films across the Euran continent, enhancing regional cinema ties.
• Indigo International: Distributes independent and art house films from Nouvelle Alexandrie in markets across the Raspur Pact.

Actors

• Sophia Marquez: A leading actress known for her roles in both commercial blockbusters and independent films.
• Leon Durand: Acclaimed for his versatile acting in drama and action genres, and a frequent collaborator with Blakeslee Films.
• Elena Vetrova: A rising star who has quickly become a favorite for her performances in historical dramas.
• Marcus León: Known for his charismatic roles in romantic comedies and has won multiple awards for his performances.

Directors

• Hans Backovic: A celebrated director known for his visionary approach and successful international films.
• Lila Torres: Known for her innovative storytelling in independent cinema, particularly in dramas and thrillers.
• Anton Kreutzer: A director of epic and historical films, often working with Silver Screen Studios.
• Rajeev Singh: Originally from Çakaristan, specializes in cross-cultural films that blend Wechua and Aldurian elements, fostering a unique narrative style.

Film Festivals

• Judah Film Festival

Film Technology

• Cinematic Tech Innovations
• Visual Dynamics Laboratories
• SonicWave Audio Tech
• Visionary Realms Studios
• UltraClear Cinema Technologies
• 3DRevolution Studios
• Eclipse VFX

Starlight City abroad

• How much appeal and success do New Alexandrian films have abroad? What is their impact? What are the most popularfilms? Genres? ASctors?
• How are our fil;ms distributed abroad, censorship, weird things we have to do to make films workable abroad, etc

Starlight City and politics

• Many actors, film directors, executive are very politically involved and outspoken
• Often fund political parties, candidacies and campaigns
• Many are FHP, other are FCP, fcp AND dsp RAISE MORE FUNDS FROM THEM BUT fhp HAS STRONG SUPPORT FROM THE OLDER, RICHER PEOPLE

Criticisms

• HOw people are represented
• Subject of movies
• Some movies just be really bad, yo. Should we even be putting this crap out?

Working Conditions

• Let's just say not very good ones. There are strikes! Fights! Crazy things!

Strikes

• Actor's Strike of 1718

Films and Art

• List some of the greatest works of New Alexandrian cinema, why, what are the most popular films of all time in NAX, describe common themes, topics, stories, etc.
• Why are these things important to New Alexandrian identity? How do they help keep the federation together? Or not?

See also

• Media of Nouvelle Alexandrie
• The Starlight Awards
• Starlight City
• Cinema of Caputia
• Cinema of Alduria
• Cinema of the Wechua Nation
• Federal Film Registry of Nouvelle Alexandrie
• Federal Film Institute of Nouvelle Alexandrie
• New Prosperity Plan