BFI Film Fund - Development and Production
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Location
England
Applications
Rolling (always open)
The BFI Film Fund supports film and TV development and production projects. You can get funding for creating films, TV shows, or new storytelling formats. The fund welcomes projects from new talent and unfamiliar voices. It covers international co-productions and completion funding. Film and TV production companies can apply, as well as individual filmmakers. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year. The funding amount varies depending on your project needs.
Who can apply:
Key requirements:
- Must be for film or TV development/production
- Supports new talent and unfamiliar voices
This fund is for film and TV production companies and individual filmmakers in England. It particularly welcomes applications from new talent and people from underrepresented backgrounds. You need to be developing or producing films, TV shows, or innovative storytelling formats.
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Provides funding for film and TV development and production, including international co-productions and completion funding. Supports the creation of films, TV or new formats of storytelling from new talent and unfamiliar voices.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Contact the BFI directly for application details and requirements.
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