There was considerable German investment in France's film industry that came mainly through the formation in 1940 of a Germany company, Continental, in Paris. Identify a true statement about Continental.

A. It attempted to foster quality production with an annual prize of 100,000 francs for the best films of the year.
B. It signed up several major American stars and directors.
C. It aimed at alleviating financial problems by arranging for low-interest government loans for production.
D. It was vertically integrated, owning its own studios, laboratories, and the biggest French theater chain.


Answer: D

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