Stuttgart, 19 July 2025 - The Medien- und Filmgesellschaft Baden-Württemberg (MFG) celebrated its 30th anniversary with a festive event at the Wagenhallen in Stuttgart. Numerous representatives from politics, the film industry and the media honoured MFG's role as a central funding institution for the film and cinema landscape in the state.

In his speech, Minister President Winfried Kretschmann praised the MFG as an "indispensable motor" for regional film funding. Since it was founded in 1995, MFG has supported producers, directors and cinemas alike - from the development and production to the marketing of film projects.

Especially at a time of profound changes due to digitalisation and new distribution channels, the MFG sees its task as preserving the diversity of filmmaking and strengthening the cinema industry. The promotion of innovative formats and the networking of all players in the film industry are crucial in order to continue to inspire audiences for the cinema.

The ceremony not only looked back on successful film projects of the past decades, but also discussed the future of the industry. The MFG announced that it would expand its funding programmes and continue to support Baden-Württemberg as a regional cinema location - for example by promoting digital technologies and new forms of presentation.

This means that MFG will continue to be an important partner for the cinema industry in the future, providing financial resources and strategic advice to ensure that innovative films are made and find their audience. The anniversary emphasises the importance of the MFG as a pioneer for a lively and diverse film culture in Baden-Württemberg.