The IBF Classic call from the IDFA Bertha Fund targets filmmakers from selected countries in Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Oceania working on creative documentaries. It aims to support projects in development, production, or post-production. The call primarily accepts feature-length documentaries, though some short films may qualify if they meet quality and country criteria. Series, interactive projects, or academic content are not eligible.
Applications for the 2026 round close on February 10, 2026. After review by experts and a selection committee, results are generally announced in April or May, at which point selected filmmakers receive funding. There is no formal award ceremony, but funded projects may be showcased at festivals or industry markets for visibility.
The program focuses on supporting high-quality documentary productions with international potential, offering financial support and industry exposure.
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IBF Classic - IDFA
El Centro de Cine y Creación (CCC), en Chile y Cineka, El lugar donde suceden las historias, en México, a través de Grupo SURA, con el objetivo de contribuir al desarrollo y consolidación de la labor que emprenden grupos y colectivos de la sociedad civil en la construcción de espacios colaborativos mediante la exhibición audiovisual, convoca a personas físicas que representen a colectivos, grupos, organizaciones independientes a participar del Primer Encuentro colaborativo de Cines, convocatoria para proyectos de exhibición audiovisual independiente que se desarrollen y lleven práctica en la región latinoamérica y el caribe que busquen construir comunidad alrededor del cine.
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Encuentro Colaborativo de Cines
Talents Guadalajara 2027 es un encuentro de perfeccionamiento cinematográfico realizado en México, en el marco del Festival Internacional de Cine en Guadalajara (FICG 42). La convocatoria abre el 10 de agosto de 2026 y cierra el 16 de octubre de 2026. El festival se realizará del 6 al 13 de marzo de 2027 en Guadalajara, Jalisco.
La convocatoria acepta participantes nacionales e internacionales de México, Centroamérica, el Caribe, hispanohablantes en Estados Unidos y egresados de la EICTV, de acuerdo con los requisitos establecidos. Contempla áreas de actuación, dirección, cinematografía, diseño de vestuario, animación, producción, distribución y crítica cinematográfica. Incluye seis Studios, el laboratorio Talent Press y Talent Project Market, orientado a largometrajes en desarrollo. Este último recibe proyectos de ficción o documental y requiere un 20 % de financiamiento asegurado.
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Guadalajara Talent - FICG
The ScriptLab Story Editing 2026 call by TorinoFilmLab is a training program for professionals aiming to work as story editors in the development of fiction feature film scripts. The application deadline is 3 November 2025, and the program runs from April to November 2026 with both in-person and online modules. The base country is Italy, with some workshops in Luxembourg and Estonia, and it is open to international applicants from around the world with relevant experience in film and script development. The focus is strictly on fiction, not documentary or animation. Applications require a single PDF in English including a motivation letter, CV, and a personal video message. The participation fee is €1,500 (+ VAT), covering training and residential accommodation, while travel and additional meal costs are on the participant. Partial scholarships are available, and one full scholarship is offered to a Brazilian professional.
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ScriptLab Story Editing - TFL
The Oxbelly Retreat 2026 is an international creative development program taking place from July 1 to July 9, 2026 in Greece (Costa Navarino, Messinia). Applications open on December 2, 2025 and close on January 14, 2026. It welcomes applicants from around the world and does not restrict participation by nationality.
Oxbelly is not a traditional competition but an immersive retreat/workshop focused on writing. It accepts projects in development rather than finished works, specifically targeting feature film screenplays and fiction writing (novels, short stories, or other narrative forms). It is not structured around pitches, markets, or completed projects, but rather around creative and professional growth. This program is ideal for screenwriters and fiction writers seeking dedicated time, feedback, and a supportive international community to advance their narrative projects.
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Oxbelly Retreat
