Supporting, developing and funding early career filmmakers across the UK. Thanks to the #NationalLottery
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18 Jun 2025
'Well, that's quite a story'
Our brand new showreel just dropped! 🎬
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Jun 9
Still time to apply for the Film London Production Finance Market, which connects established talent, emerging filmmakers and storytellers from the wider creative economy with all-important finance.
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Jun 9
Applications are open for BFI NETWORK@LFF! Early career UK writers, directors & producers developing their debut feature can apply for festival access, networking, Q&As, screenings & masterclasses during BFI London Film Festival.
Apply by 11am Wed 24 June: bit.ly/4v34SXA
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Jun 8
Applications are now open for Back in the Frame, a new 6 month talent development programme from @ReclaimTheFrame supporting women & people of marginalised genders returning to screen industries following a career break or other significant period away.
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Apr 24
So proud of BFI NETWORK Alum Thea Gajić's debut feature, Surviving Earth (prod. Aleksandra Bilić & Sophie Reynolds), in cinemas today!
Supported by our Early Development Fund with @Film_London. Catch it now on the big screen in London & Bristol.
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Mar 17
Only 24 hours left to apply for our England Short Film Fund!
Apply by 11:00 tomorrow for £5k-25k to produce fiction shorts up to 15 minutes if your director is based in England.
Updated guidelines: bit.ly/406VJiB
Audio guidelines:bit.ly/4rkyHRi
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Mar 12
One week left to apply for the England Short Film Fund!
Teams with directors in England can apply for £5k-25k to produce fiction shorts up to 15 minutes.
Updated guidelines: bit.ly/406VJiB
Did you know we have audio guidelines?bit.ly/4rkyHRi
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Mar 13
The England Short Film Fund deadline is approaching!
Don't leave your questions until the final hour. We’ve updated our FAQ page with everything you need to know about the application process, eligibility, and more.
Read more here: bfi.org.uk/get-funding-suppo…
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Mar 2
Book your place for The Directors Sessions, an exploration of the craft of directing and visual storytelling, taking place on 16-20 March!
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Mar 9
The Shiny Awards return to London on 31 March, hosted by VCCP Girl & Bear.
A major opportunity for emerging directors worldwide to showcase their work to leading production companies, agencies & brands working in advertising.
DEADLINE: Fri 20 March
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Mar 9
Applying for the England Short Film Fund? Take a look at our essential filmmaking resources:
Online: Official funding guidelines, budget templates, and FAQs.
Filmmaking Toolkits: Production guidance, from sustainability tools to mental health resources.
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Feb 10
Our England Short Film Fund is open! Teams with directors in England can apply for £5k-25k to produce original fiction shorts in live action, animation, or Immersive/VR, up to 15 minutes long.
Read updated guidelines: bit.ly/406VJiB
Deadline: Wed 18 Mar (11AM)
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Mar 1
The @bfinetwork Short Film Fund now open for entries!
Directors in England can apply for £5k-25k to produce original fiction shorts in live action, animation, or Immersive/VR, up to 15 minutes long.
Deadline: Wed 18 Mar bit.ly/406VJiB
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A big congratulations to BFI NETWORK alum Akinola Davies Jr. and Wale Davies on winning Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer!
The director and writer, respectively, take home the #EEBAFTAs for #BFIBacked My Father's Shadow.
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ALT Winner My Father's Shadow Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer
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Feb 10
Our England Short Film Fund is open! Teams with directors in England can apply for £5k-25k to produce original fiction shorts in live action, animation, or Immersive/VR, up to 15 minutes long.
Read updated guidelines: bit.ly/406VJiB
Deadline: Wed 18 Mar (11AM)
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Feb 10
Are you signed up to Film London UPstream? The latest new IP from the networks of Film London & Games London, straight to your inbox each month.
This month's update focuses on a slightly supernatural comedy series & a very special invite for subscribers.
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Feb 3
Long Story Short, @Kickstarter’s celebration of bold short films, is back in March 2026.
Learn more and apply at kickstarter.com/short-films
#LongStoryShort26
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Feb 3
Join @Film_London for a series of free online talks on the role of the producer, hosted by industry professionals.
We’ll explore the key responsibilities and challenges, offering practical insights for producers developing a short film.
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