Two grants of up to £10,000 are being made available by The Pears Foundation Short Film Fund at the UK Jewish Film Festival for the production of a short film or video – drama, animation or factual – with a Jewish theme of significance to both Jewish and general audiences and a maximum length of 10 minutes. The scheme is open to all filmmakers resident in the UK.

Applications

Applicants should fill in the form below and email script (for drama or animation), or fully developed treatment (factual entries) as attachments to:
We can only accept Word documents and pdf files. Please put name of applicant and title of film under subject.

  • No supporting materials required with initial application.
  • Postal applications will not be accepted.
  • Applicants are welcome to submit projects that are already part-funded. No restrictions on finding additional funds elsewhere if necessary.
  • Deadline for applications is 18th January 2010.

Judging

Judging panel drawn from across British film and television industry.

Short-listed candidates will need to provide examples of previous work or proof of competence as filmmakers. They might also be asked to submit a basic budget, schedule, and list of talent involved with production.

Winner

Successful applicants will enter into a short agreement with UKJFF for the provision of the grant.

...and that's not all

Angels Costumiers will waive costume hire charges (cleaning costs only).

All queries to

The UK Jewish Film Festival Promises

  • UK JFF will promote winning film or video in all its relevant literature.
  • UK JFF will include winning film in its Film Library.
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