ANDRÉ RUI NUNES BERNARDES DA CUNHA GRAÇA

ANDRÉ RUI NUNES BERNARDES DA CUNHA GRAÇA is a Researcher at CICANT and Lecturer at Lusófona University's ECATI School. He holds a PhD in Film Studies from University College London (UCL), with expertise in global film distribution and small European film markets. His work bridges academic research and industry practice through EU-funded initiatives like CresCine and WIRE.

Key projects include:

• CresCine (2023–2026): Enhancing competitiveness of small European film markets
• WIRE: Focused on innovative film education frameworks

Publications include Portuguese Cinema (1960–2010) and co-edited Filmmakers on Film: Global Perspectives. His research emphasizes cultural resonance in global film distribution, with outputs analyzing audience perceptions and industry strategies.

Labs/Teams: Active in CICANT's research networks and collaborative EU projects addressing film industry challenges.