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This prestigious program is designed to support emerging writers, directors, producers by offering them an incredible opportunity to develop their first or second feature film with the guidance of industry experts.

Key Highlights of MIDPOINT Feature Launch 2025:
9 selected film projects will participate in:
• 3 residential workshops in the Czech Republic
• Online consultations with experienced mentors
• A project showcase at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival
• A follow-up Company Time workshop for producers in Thessaloniki, Greece during Thessaloniki IFF and TIFF Agora

✨ Awards & Opportunities:
• Works in Development Award (€10,000) at Karlovy Vary International Film Festival
• Eurimages Co-production Development Award (€20,000)
• connect cottbus Award for one project to pitch at the connect cottbus co-production market
• Rotterdam Lab training opportunity for one producer

Tutors & Experts:
We are proud to have an exceptional group of core mentors and industry leaders guiding our participants:
Pavel Jech, Anne Gensior, Ivo Trajkov and Danijel Hocevar

Workshops & Key Dates:
• Online Feedback Session – January 2025
• Workshop 1: March 3-9, 2025 / Prague, Czech Republic
• Workshop 2 + Project Showcase: July 2-9, 2025 / Prague & Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic, in collaboration with the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival
• Workshop 3: September 2025 / Pilsen, Czech Republic
• Company Time Workshop (Producers only): November 2025 / Thessaloniki, Greece

Special Announcement: MIDPOINT Focus Queer 2025
This year, MIDPOINT Feature Launch 2025 will partially coincide with MIDPOINT Focus Queer 2025, offering additional networking opportunities and access to a shared pool of industry experts. Queer film projects are welcome to apply to both programs to increase their chances of acceptance. However, if your project would benefit from being developed in a dedicated group of queer projects, we recommend applying specifically to MIDPOINT Focus Queer, where a specialized track will focus on queer narratives and community.

Eligibility:
• Projects: First or second feature films by emerging directors, primarily from Central and Eastern Europe or with co-production intentions in the region.

Participation Fees:
• Online Feedback Session – €100 per project
• Writers, Directors – €1,800 per participant (Workshops 1-3, payable in installments)
• Producers – €2,100 per participant (Workshops 1-3 + Company Time workshop, payable in installments)

Are you ready to take your project to the next level and join a network of top industry professionals? Don’t miss this chance to be a part of MIDPOINT Feature Launch 2025 and bring your story to life!