🎬 Exciting Updates from the Film World! 🎥 We’re thrilled to share some fantastic news from the world of cinema. Recently, we wrapped up two exclusive premieres—one in the picturesque city of Tallinn and another in the vibrant heart of Kyiv. These events were nothing short of amazing, and we’re eager to give you a glimpse […]
As we navigate the intricate world of film festivals, our team has embarked on an exhilarating journey of submission, seeking opportunities to share our short film, “The Purpose,” with audiences worldwide. With 40 festival submissions spanning 16 countries, each step of this process has been a learning experience filled with challenges, discoveries, and strategic decisions.
Four months into the submission process, having sent “The Purpose” to over 60 film festivals, I’ve navigated through a sea of advice, books, and videos on succeeding in the film festival circuit. While the journey is far from over, I’m keen to share key insights I’ve gathered—insights that are instrumental when paired with a well-made
Filming a movie is more than just an artistic endeavor; it’s a challenging and learning process for an independent filmmaker. This time, I’ll share the most painful lesson in my filmmakers’s path, which cost me over 27% of my initial budget. Picture this; it’s been three months pulling all-nighters to write the script, another three
Germany offers a rich tapestry of film festivals, each with unique opportunities for filmmakers to showcase their work, network, and even clinch some enticing cash prizes. This guide excludes genre-specific festivals like Horror or LGBT+ and focuses on festivals that welcome international short films, particularly appealing to filmmakers of dramas under 20 minutes. Berlinale –
Just days before beginning our scheduled shoot, our film almost faced a catastrophic delay that threatened to derail the entire project. Late one night, just as we were gearing up for a crucial weekend of filming, air alarms sounded across Kyiv, meaning a tense night of rocket interceptions above the city. The next morning, still
