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Short Film to Feature

The classic trajectory from funded short films through development labs to feature-length production. Each step expands your ambition, network, and resources.


  1. 1
    Entry

    BFI Network Short Film Fund

    British Film Institute

    BFI Network funds short films and early-stage features for UK-based filmmakers. The standard first step for British directors.

    United Kingdom

  2. 2
    Entry

    Screen Scotland Short Film Fund

    Screen Scotland

    Scotland's equivalent, and another strong starting point for UK-based filmmakers with distinctive voices.

    Scotland, United Kingdom

  3. 3
    Foundation

    Film Independent Project Involve

    Film Independent

    Film Independent's diversity-focused mentorship programme. Pairs emerging filmmakers with industry professionals.

    Los Angeles, United States

  4. 4
    Intermediate

    TorinoFilmLab

    TorinoFilmLab

    One of Europe's leading script and project development labs. Brings your feature project to production readiness.

    Turin, Italy

  5. 5
    Advanced

    Sundance Screenwriters Lab

    Sundance Institute

    The most prestigious screenwriting lab in the world. A launchpad for independent feature films.

    Utah, United States

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