Malta Film Fund 2012 series of Information Sessions to take place

Following the launch of the Malta Film Fund 2012 for the development of films and documentaries and the production of short films, feature films and documentaries; the Malta Film Commission will be organising a series of information sessions regarding the fund application process, which will take place on Monday 23rd July, Wednesday 8th August and Wednesday 22nd August.

The fund with a budget of €250,000 consists of two funding strands, one for development and one for production, with up to €20,000 available for development and €120,000 for production available for projects. The Fund is involved with the making of full-length features, documentary, experimental, short and animation films. Now in its fifth year, the Malta Film Fund encourages emerging and experienced film-makers to develop their potential and support original and exciting ideas and stories for new works or the completion of film projects. An independent evaluation board, including foreign experts, is nominated to assess and award applicants.

Interested participants who would like to book their attendance at any one of the information sessions taking place, are kindly requested to send an email to info@mfc.com.mt indicating which session they would like to attend. The first session taking place on Monday, 23rd July will be held at the Auberge de France, Hilda Tabone Street, Birgu at 12 noon. Detailed guidelines, criteria and application form for the Malta Film Fund 2012 can be found and downloaded from the Malta Film Commission website http://mfc.com.mt/page.asp?p=21541&l=1.

For any further queries send email to info@mfc.com.mt. All applications are to be submitted to the Malta Film Commission by 12 noon on Thursday, 30th August 2012.