The Production Finance Market (PFM) is a pivotal initiative designed to connect filmmakers with mature international production and finance companies. This platform aims to facilitate co-productions and financing for feature films, including documentaries, targeting the UK and European markets.
Who Can Apply
The PFM is open to both established and emerging producers from all international territories. Specifically, eligible applicants include:
- Producers with a significant production track record.
- Producers with promising projects aimed at the international theatrical market, with budgets typically above €1 million (this does not apply to documentaries).
- Established producers applying with feature documentaries can submit projects with budgets below €1 million.
- Filmmaking teams (producer and director) applying with their first or second feature through the New Talent strand.
Expanded Eligibility
The PFM prioritizes projects that demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion, whether regarding content or crew composition. Notably, projects will not be excluded based on where they are being shot or the language spoken, as long as all application materials are in English.
Pitch Features and Documentaries Worldwide
Benefits
Participating in the PFM offers filmmakers invaluable benefits, including:
- Access to top financiers and potential co-producers.
- A personalized meeting schedule with a variety of financiers.
- Opportunity to request specific meetings with key financiers relevant to their projects.
The Production Finance Market serves as an essential platform for filmmakers seeking to secure funding and partnerships for their projects. With a focus on diversity and inclusion, the PFM supports innovative storytelling in the film industry.
