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Viviane Reding wants to see more European films and music online (Photo: European Community, 2006)

Brussels embraces online cinema scheme

Brussels has signed an agreement with major EU and US film, internet and telecom players to create legal online video and film downloads, in a bid to boost broadband access and introducing European films to a broader audience.

A European Charter for Film Online was presented earlier this week during the film festival in Cannes on the French Riviera, establishing industry reference points to help develop legitimate online sales and distribution of films.

"The Film Online Charter ...

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Viviane Reding wants to see more European films and music online (Photo: European Community, 2006)

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