The Karlovy Vary Intl. Film Festival has expanded its program for film professionals, KVIFF Industry Days, which runs July 5-8 at Kaiserbad, an elegant venue in the Czech spa town. KVIFF Promises Broadens Its International Scope The platform formerly known as KVIFF Eastern Promises, which introduces projects to producers, distributors, festivals and sales agents, has been renamed KVIFF Promises. This reflects the decision to open it up to projects from across the world, not just Central and Eastern Europe. The platform will continue to showcase emerging talent through its collaboration with the Midpoint Institute, presenting projects from the Feature Launch program. Established mid-career directors from Central Europe will be highlighted in the KVIFF Central Stage showcase, with Switzerland joining the lineup of countries presented last year.…