ABSTRACT
This chapter presents an interview between the author and Komi Ati about the Film Code. The Film Code will promote the development of the film industry and make Togolese cinema visible and competitive internationally. Togolese films are mostly shown on television. The Code is necessary because it will make it possible to regulate and organise the film industry sector, towards more efficiency and profitability. This Code will make the sector attractive for investors. The team behind the Film Code was composed of about a dozen people: a committee from the DNC, legal experts and film professionals. Togolese film practitioners need to continuously improve their skills to make sure they meet international standards, especially as they often participate in international film festivals. The Code also includes the entire production-distribution-exhibition film chain. The chapter also presents the challenges for the Togolese film industry.
