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Unrestricted View SHORT FILM FUND

Our Film Fund

The Unrestricted View Short Film Fund is open to all Independent  Filmmakers. You can apply for up to £5000 to help with the costs of  production, post production or festival submissions + a screening for  cast/crew/industry + Mentorship + Funding Lab.


APPLY TO THE FUND HERE


We are teaming up with GENERA FILMS to give more independent filmmakers  the chance to Shoot, Complete or Submit their films using a grant from  Unrestricted View Short Film Fund.
What We Offer:
We will provide financial support for essential  production, post-production or festival submissions with an award of up  to £5,000 per funding round.  

PLUS

For filmmakers who  secure a spot on the UVFF Short Film Fund Shortlist, we’re offering an  exclusive opportunity to take part in our Funding Lab—a dynamic platform  designed to elevate your project and help you secure some of the  financial backing you need.
What’s Included?

🔹 A Dedicated Event Space
Enjoy  two hours of free venue access at the Hen & Chickens Theatre on a  weekend afternoon. Use this time to showcase your past work and present  your new project to potential supporters. Whether it’s a film screening,  a live script read-through, or a creative pitch, this is your moment to  shine.

🔹 Maximize Your Reach & Revenue

   100% of ticket sales go to you—we handle the box office at no charge.
   Audience capacity: 54 seats, plus an innovative ‘Ghost Ticket’ option for remote supporters to contribute.
   A sliding-scale ticket structure ensures accessibility while maximizing donations.
   Option to livestream the event, so even your ‘Ghost’ supporters can experience the magic in real time.

🔹 Connect & Cultivate Backers
After  the event, head to the theatre bar for networking, where you can deepen  relationships with your supporters, pitch your vision, and even offer  crowdfunding-style perks to secure additional contributions.

🔹 Create a Professional Pitch Video
Capture  the essence of your project with a full-day filming opportunity,  allowing you to create a high-impact, trailer-length pitch video for  fundraising and social media outreach. Your video will also receive  festival-wide exposure through our UVFF social channels and newsletter.
Why This Matters

Even  if you don’t receive funding from the UVFF Short Film Fund, the Funding  Lab ensures you still walk away with powerful fundraising assets, new  supporters, and a tangible pathway to raise funds for your film

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APPLY TO THE FUND HERE

Here are some examples of eligible expenses:
• Cast: They are perfect for the part.
• Location: Get that perfect backdrop for your story.
• Equipment hire: Make it look and sound amazing.
• Crew hire: Putting together the right team.
• Color Grading: Enhance the visual style and mood of your film.
• Sound Design & Mixing: Create a professional and immersive soundscape.
• Music Composition & Licensing: Elevate your film with an original score or licensed music.
• Titles & Graphics: Design high-quality opening and closing title sequences.
• Film Festival Fees: Submit your film to prominent festivals for wider exposure.
• Translation & Subtitling: Reach a broader audience with subtitles for international markets.
• Marketing & Distribution: Creating a plan and contacts to help sell the film.


Apply Here

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