This report focuses on the preservation of, and the access to European cinematographic heritage. The report is based on a survey launched in January 2011 to assess the impact of digitisation for European film archives. The survey was conducted by peacefulfish Productions Ltd, subcontractors were Red Cat Technologies, the University of Helsinki/IPR University Center and the external expert Nicola Mazzanti. The report provides input for policymakers on the state of the art of film heritage in Europe and points to measures necessary to preserve and digitise the past and present European film production.