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Many educated individuals express a disinterest in attending European or "art-house" films , a sentiment supported by distributor statistics indicating that the majority of films viewed in Europe are of American origin. Yet, this overlooks gems such as the charming romantic comedy "Il Postino" from Italy and the accomplished Danish horror film "Nightwatch," both currently making waves in British cinemas. However, the rise of what critics term "Europudding" complicates matters.  Mountain Filming  This phenomenon refers to co-productions that lack cohesion, often featuring multinational casts and settings but failing to resonate with audiences. The term "Europudding" gained prominence in 1990, following the release of several notably disjointed co-productions. Despite some successful examples, such as "Land and Freedom" and "Orlando," the trend persists, fueled by bureaucratic financing from various European entities....