UK Global Screen Fund: International Distribution (P&A Support)
British Film InstituteUK-wideup to £100k
Who can apply
UK Global Screen Fund: International Distribution Prints and Advertising (P&A) Support | BFI Applications must be made by either the UK-based sales agent appointed to sell the film internationally or the lead UK producer of the film where there is no sales agent appointed.
What it funds
UKGSF P&A funding aims to help secure wider and higher profile international cinema releases of UK films. Funding can support the P&A costs of a grouping of international distributors releasing a UK film, or a single international distributor if releasing an animated feature or documentary feature, in cinemas. Non recoupable grants are awarded to films that have clear appeal to identified international audiences and strong potential for commercial success.
How to apply
UK Global Screen Fund: International Distribution Prints and Advertising (P&A) Support | BFI
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