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Berger & Basner: Friendship Fuels Film Success
26 Sep
Summary
- Filmmaker Edward Berger honored Glen Basner's impactful career.
- They discussed the success and creative process behind 'Conclave'.
- Basner leads FilmNation, a major player in independent film.
Filmmaker Edward Berger and FilmNation Entertainment CEO Glen Basner shared insights at the Zurich Film Festival Summit. Basner was honored with the Game Changer award for his significant contributions to the film industry and his role in making FilmNation a dominant independent film player.
Their discussion centered on their creative partnership, particularly the making of Berger's Academy Award-nominated film 'Conclave.' Berger expressed pride in their collaboration and friendship, highlighting Basner's confidence in filmmakers.
Basner, reflecting on his career roots at Good Machine, emphasized a commitment to backing films that inspire, even if the market doesn't immediately understand them. He detailed the careful process behind 'Conclave,' involving extensive testing and thoughtful decisions about its release.
'Conclave' ultimately achieved global box office success, grossing over $125 million against a $20 million budget. The film's popularity surged following Pope Francis's death in 2025.
FilmNation continues to expand, with Basner outlining plans to produce multiple films and a television series while maintaining high-quality standards and embracing calculated risks.
