Making Films
We’re here to nurture the South West’s new wave of filmmaking talent and to support writers, directors and producers at the start of their careers with original stories to tell and inspired approaches to their craft.
We can support your projects with funding by contributing to production costs on short films, or by supporting the early development stages of feature films. Funded projects will also benefit from creative and professional guidance provided by our Bristol based BFI NETWORK Talent Executive Alix Taylor. There are many ways we also support talent who are not yet in a position to apply for funding – find out how below.
Short Film Funding
*TEMPORARILY CLOSING FROM 6 JULY*
The Short Film Funding from BFI NETWORK supports projects with directors based in the South West. Funding of up to £15,000 is available to support the production costs of fiction films, in both live action and animation of up to 15 minutes.
Early Development Funding
The Early Development funding from BFI NETWORK supports projects with writers based in England who have an exciting and bold idea – particularly if you’ve not yet teamed up with a producer. This scheme offers funding and support for treatments and research for feature films in early development.
Further support for writers, directors and producers…
- BFI NETWORK South West Networking Events and 1:1 Talent Exec Meetings
- BFI NETWORK South West Workshops and Training
- Our online projects folder enables filmmakers in the region to connect online
- We share industry opportunities through twitter, facebook and our monthly newsletter
- You can submit your work to the Postroom and have it seen by BFI NETWORK talent executives
- Tips on how to make your productions more sustainable and green here
Further information
Script Development Workshop: Meet the Participants
In May, BFI NETWORK South West held a Script Development Workshop in Bristol, led by Selina Ukwuoma.
New Writers Lab 2020: Meet the Participants
BFI NETWORK South West are pleased to present our participants for the New Writers Lab 2020.
Producer’s Lab: Meet the Participants
In April, BFI NETWORK South West held a Producer’s Lab in Bristol Bristol for seven new, emerging and established producers.
Directing Workshop: Meet the Participants
In April, BFI NETWORK South West held a Directing Masterclass in Bristol, led by director Sam Masud.
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Opportunities for Talent
BFI NETWORK South West: Book an Online 1:1 Meeting with our Talent Executive
Book a 1:1 meeting with our South West regional Talent Executive, Alix Taylor.
BFI NETWORK South West: Book an Online 1:1 Meeting with our Talent Executive
Producer’s Lab: Meet the Participants
In April, BFI NETWORK South West held a Producer’s Lab in Bristol Bristol for seven new, emerging and established producers.
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Film Hub South West &
BFI NETWORK South West
are part of the BFI Film Audience Network, supported by The National Lottery.
