The BFI Test: Proving Your Production's British Identity

If you are making a film, TV show, or video game in the UK, you could be eligible for tax relief through the government's expenditure credit program. But to qualify, your production needs to be certified as British by the British Film Institute (BFI). This is achieved by passing a cultural test.

Here is the breakdown:

• The Test: There is a set of criteria that assesses the cultural makeup of your project. It covers aspects like content, contributions, location of production, and the crew involved.
• Points System: Different sections of the test award points based on how your project meets the criteria. You need to reach a specific score to pass.
• Sections of the Test:
  

a) Cultural Content (language, location setting, lead characters, British story origin)

b) Cultural Contributions (represents British creativity, heritage or diversity)

c) Cultural Hubs (production locations in the UK)

d) Personnel/Cultural Practitioners (nationality of key personnel)