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The Film Fund is a short film funding platform for independent filmmakers. Learn more and win up to Why The Film Fund?

Starting out as an independent filmmaker not based in Los Angeles or New York City, I found myself struggling to raise financing and find resources for my film projects, and it appeared that many contests were dominated by those who already had industry experience or access to better resources and crew.

26/06/2025

Think your horror story can haunt harder than the rest?

Unknown Nightmare is back—and we’re looking for the most original, spine-chilling horror scripts out there.

Over 150+ terrifying entries have already come in… but we’re still searching for the story that will truly keep us up at night. Whether it’s psychological, supernatural, or something completely unexpected, we want to read your horror short script.

💥 Best part? It’s FREE to submit.

Submit your horror script now at unknownnightmare.com

24/06/2025

🎬 Attention Filmmakers!
Got a bold idea for a short film? The Film Fund is officially open for submissions!

Pitch your film in just one sentence for a chance to win funding that could launch your next big project. 💥

🗓️ Deadline: August 19
Don’t wait—submit now at thefilmfund.co

19/06/2025

Want a little help with your entry fee? Sign up for SMS updates and we’ll text you a 10% discount code—just like that.

🎬 Stay in the loop with deadline reminders, winner announcements, and exclusive film funding tips.

👉 Sign up now at thefilmfund.co

16/06/2025

🎬 What makes a good pitch?

It all starts with conflict—the heart of every great story.

Want to sharpen your pitch and learn what our judges are really looking for?

📬 Subscribe to our email newsletter at the link in bio and get weekly insights straight from the source.

Whether you're crafting your first logline or your tenth, we'll help you tighten your pitch and boost your chances.

12/06/2025

Now’s your chance to screen your film in one of Pennsylvania’s most charming towns—and save while you do it.

🌟 Get 20% off your submission when you enter by June 16 with code TFF2026.

Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of a filmmaker-friendly fest with industry prizes, community support, and a love for indie storytelling.

🎟 Submit now at wellsborofilmfestival.com!

11/06/2025

We’re proud to spotlight our partner, The DCP Works — a company built by filmmakers, for filmmakers.

Need your film festival-ready? They deliver professional, DCI-compliant Digital Cinema Packages (DCPs) designed to meet the highest theatrical standards, with quick turnaround times and pricing that makes sense for indie creators.

Whether you're gearing up for your first screening or your tenth, The DCP Works ensures your film looks and sounds exactly how you envisioned it on the big screen.

Learn more at thedcpworks.com
🎞️ Because your story deserves to shine.

09/06/2025

📬 If you ordered feedback on your entry, it’s on the way!
Feedback will be sent shortly after the winner is announced, in a couple of weeks.

We appreciate your patience and your passion for the craft. 🙏 This feedback is meant to help you grow, reflect, and come back even stronger.

02/06/2025

🎬 Every great film deserves to be seen exactly as you envisioned — vibrant, powerful, flawless on the big screen. That’s where The DCP Works steps in.

Born from filmmakers who know what it takes, The DCP Works crafts state-of-the-art, DCI-compliant DCPs that honor your vision and bring your story to life in theaters everywhere.

With expert care, lightning-fast turnaround, and trusted quality control, they handle the technical side so you can focus on what matters most: storytelling.

Learn more at thedcpworks.com. 🔗

30/05/2025

This month on Behind the Pitch, filmmaker and Film Fund winner Vinny Anand sits down with The Film Fund to talk underground chili markets, family recipes, and how a real-life ban on green chilis in NYC sparked his vibrant, high-stakes short film The Chili Score 🌶️

Armed with a free Adobe Creative Cloud subscription from The Film Fund, Vinny cut together a stylized, genre-blending short that mixes family drama, surreal comedy, and spicy suspense—all inspired by true events.

🎬 What started as a personal story turned into a one-of-a-kind short film—and a bold calling card for Vinny’s voice as a first-gen American filmmaker fusing culture, chaos, and craft.

Read the full interview: https://www.thefilmfund.co/behind-the-pitch-vinny-anand/

29/05/2025

🎬 Every filmmaker deserves their shot.
And now — you’ve got a little more time to take yours.

💥 The Film Fund deadline is EXTENDED to June 3rd! 💥

Whether you’re sitting on a brilliant idea or halfway through production, this is your chance to win the funding you need to make it happen.

One sentence. One pitch. One shot at turning your vision into reality.

Don’t let it slip by. Enter now at thefilmfund.co 🎥✨

28/05/2025

Want to level up your pitch? 🎬 For just $6.99, get personalized feedback on your entry that helps you sharpen your story and nail future pitches.

Winners say this feedback was a game-changer — helping them understand their project deeper and pitch with confidence. 🚀

23/05/2025

🎥 Want to support independent film and look good doing it?
Check out The Film Fund’s merch store! Every purchase helps fund our next winning filmmaker.

🛒 Shop now at https://www.thefilmfund.co/shop/ and wear your love for indie film proudly.

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Why The Film Fund?

Starting out as an independent filmmaker, I found myself struggling to raise financing and find resources for my film projects, and it appeared that many contests were dominated by those who already had industry experience or access to better resources and crew.

There exists a simpler way to get your indie film projects off the ground.

Learn more at thefilmfund.co.