Professional script and project development program created to offer unique support for Czech filmmakers with a feature film in development who believe in teamwork and the importance of script consultancy.
MIDPOINT Intensive CZ 2024
Features
Open Call
Benefits
International feedback for local professionals
This program aims to support domestic production, introduce Czech filmmakers to renowned international script consultants, and assist producers with the production aspects of the projects.
In 2024, the program will be organized in partnership with the festival Finale Plzen Film Festival. MIDPOINT Intensive CZ also runs in collaboration with the Czech Film Center and their industry program Czech Film Springboard.
For teams of a writer and a producer (and possibly a director) who are developing a Czech feature film
- unique opportunity to consult on projects along with esteemed international mentors, both script consultants and producer
- receive feedback from other filmmakers in the group
- strengthen the work of the creative team
- develop a new draft of the script
- think outside the box and borders
Structure
Four-Day Intensive Experience
The program will select Czech creative teams of filmmakers (scriptwriters, directors, and producers) who are developing their feature fiction film projects.
During the workshop, the teams will work on the creative development of the script as well as on the production aspects of their projects. The workshop consists of group work within a small group of participants accompanied by lectures.
Application & Fee
Fee
7 500 CZK
/ per participant. The fee includes accommodation, board, and tuition during the residential workshop, and the accreditation for the Finale Plzen festival. Travel costs are NOT included.
Aplication deadline
June 15, 2024
The call for applications will be open in mid-April.
Application requirements
To apply for the program, please create an account on the MIDPOINT Visitor Page and follow the instructions within the submission form, where you can also find detailed information about application materials.
The application materials consist of:
- Synopsis (max. 1000 characters)
- Treatment / Script
- Author´s Statement (max. 1 page)
- Financing Plan (in Excel format)
- Producer´s Statement (max. 1 page)
- Moodboard (optional)
Who can apply?
- Creative teams of writers and/or directors and producers (2-3 participants per team)
- Czech projects
- Projects with a majority of Czech financing
FAQs
You may ask...
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I am just a writer and/or director, and do not have a producer attached to the project yet. Can I apply?
Unfortunately not. The program is designed to develop a project (not only script) and a strong creative team through teamwork, which is why a writer and producer must always participate together.
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Do I have to be fluent in English?
Because of the international tutors, the program is conducted in English. For instruction, you'll need to write and speak in English at least an intermediate level. Your grammar doesn't need to be perfect, but you'll need to be able to communicate your ideas effectively.
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Is this workshop connected to the Czech Film Springboard? Can I apply to both?
Czech Film Springboard and MIDPOINT Intensive CZ run in collaboration and are designed to support Czech film feature projects in development.
It is possible to apply to both; however, Czech Film Springboard is focused on projects in the later stages of development,
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