Banff Fest 2016: Why Canadian broadcasters ponder becoming studios; and why next year’s L.A. screenings may be tipping point

By Bill Roberts

BANFF – Inside the picturesque Banff Springs Hotel much is being said about monetization strategies for content development and distribution.And in that context it's fun to recall that titles like Hell On Wheels, Passchendaele, The Revenant, Brokeback Mountain, Fargo, and The Bourne Legacy have all been shot in this fast-changing province of Alberta.So what better venue?For Julie Tremblay, president and CEO of Quebecor Media, the key is partnerships, vertically integrated companies, perhaps even more industry consolidation, and direct co-development and co-production with independent creators.While those may be fighting words for some independent producers, she also admits to two constants: What...