UK Global Screen Fund International Distribution Festival Launch Support
British Film Institute
What it funds
Festival Launch Support funding aims to help UK sales agents or UK producers to maximise the festival selection of a UK film through supporting enhanced publicity and/or marketing activity, as well as assisting with the technical and logistical costs involved with a high profile festival appearance. This funding offers support to applicants who can clearly demonstrate how they will utilise a festival premiere to enhance the promotion, reach and value of a UK film internationally.
Who can apply
UK Global Screen Fund International Distribution Festival Launch Support | BFI
How to apply
UK Global Screen Fund International Distribution Festival Launch Support | BFI
Last checked against the official source: 3 Jul 2026. Scheme parameters are set by the funder and can change — verify before applying, or let us do it for you.
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