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.
- 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
- Entry
Screen Scotland Talent Builder
Screen Scotland
Scotland's equivalent, and another strong starting point for UK-based filmmakers with distinctive voices.
Scotland, United Kingdom
- Foundation
Film Independent Project Involve
Film Independent
Film Independent's diversity-focused mentorship programme. Pairs emerging filmmakers with industry professionals.
Los Angeles, United States
- Intermediate
TorinoFilmLab
TorinoFilmLab
One of Europe's leading script and project development labs. Brings your feature project to production readiness.
Turin, Italy
- Advanced
Sundance Screenwriters Lab
Sundance Institute
The most prestigious screenwriting lab in the world. A launchpad for independent feature films.
Utah, United States