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"Culture lies at the foundation of European identity and our common values. It is at the heart of contemporary debates on identity, social cohesion and the development of a knowledge-based economy. The European audiovisual sector, including cinema, constitutes a significant part of the EU economy, so efforts should be made to increase its competitiveness. European film is an important part of culture, promoting dialogue and understanding, embodying and showing European values within and outside the EU whilst playing a significant role in preserving and supporting cultural and linguistic diversity. The digital era is bringing new opportunities to the sector, particularly as regards the more effective distribution, screening and availability of films and as regards higher-quality images and sounds. However, it has also created some serious challenges to European cinema in the process of moving to digital technologies, particularly with regard to finance. The high costs of converting to digital technology, even though this means long-term commercial gains, is a significant burden on many independent cinemas. The Commission should therefore propose specific measures to provide support. In addition to the economic dynamics, European cinema is an important factor in the cultural development and identity of Europe. I firmly believe that we should make efforts not only to sustain European cinema in its richness but also to grant the widest possible access to citizens in the name of unity and freedom of thought."@en1
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