Call for applications: IDFA Project Space 2022

    IDFA Project Space is now open for applications! Launched in 2020 by IDFA’s Filmmaker Support department, this innovative talent development program offers first- or second-time documentary directors the opportunity to work on their project with highly esteemed filmmakers and film professionals who are willing to share their knowledge and experience with emerging talent. In 2022, the program is spread over four months, from June to September, with two online modules and one in-person week in Amsterdam. Filmmakers will have the chance to engage in a continuous process of growth with a program that flexibly adjusts to their individual needs through individual consultancies, inspirational talks, group mentoring, and more. Apply by March 20, 2022 to be considered.

    Program alumni have included acclaimed films such as Where Are We Headed, Children of the Mist, and Taming the Garden. Former tutors have included Pirjo Honkasalo, Ollie Huddleston, Anne Fabini, Gladys Joujou, Niels Pagh Andersen, Kim Longinotto, and Audrius Stonys.

    The program at a glance

    • This is a project-driven program in which participants focus on strengthening the narrative of their documentary film project. The focus is on creative documentary projects.
    • The program supports approximately eight projects in the Development & Production section and eight in the Rough Cut section.
    • IDFA Project Space is open to directors making their first or second feature documentary. Film school students are not eligible.
    • The online component of the program, which takes place over one week in June and one week in September, consists of individual consultancies between project teams and tutors and an inspirational program of online group discussions.
    • In July, the in-person part of the program takes place in Amsterdam, where participants spend an intensive week working on their projects.
    • The application deadline is March 20, 2022.

    For all details about the program, participant eligibility, application process, selection process, and the entry form, please visit the IDFA Project Space page.

    IDFA's talent development program is made possible by The Netherlands Film Fund, Creative Europe Media, NPO Fund, and Videoland.

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    IDFA Project Space

    • IDFA Project Space offers first- or second-time directors the opportunity to work on their project with highly esteemed filmmakers and film professionals who are willing to share their knowledge and experience with emerging film talent.

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