About

At That Film Festival, we're not just creating an event; we're building a bridge between dreams and reality. Our primary goal is to empower new and emerging talents within the dynamic landscape of the film industry. We're breaking down barriers that have held back exceptional talents, allowing them to shine on the big screen.

By bringing filmmakers into direct contact with investors, marketing directors, sales, and distribution experts, we're facilitating connections that can change lives and shape the future of cinema. Our commitment goes beyond the festival itself; it's about nurturing creativity, fostering innovation, and giving filmmakers the tools they need to thrive.

With a dedicated panel of active film investors and seasoned professionals, we meticulously evaluate the submissions and select the winners. Each season, one outstanding filmmaker will be awarded $10,000 to option their feature script and secure additional funding of up to $250,000 to transform that script into an enthralling feature. But our support doesn't stop there – our winners also benefit from a comprehensive package that includes a year's worth of marketing, sales, and distribution assistance, providing them with the tools they need to thrive in the competitive film industry.

How?

You've got four chances throughout the year to submit your short films to our dynamic showcases. In each round, we're picking three standouts. That's twelve finalists who will then dive into a thrilling challenge: you'll get a month and a half to bring a script we handpick to life on the small screen. No, we're not looking for a Hollywood-level production, but we're excited to see something captivating that truly waves your creative flag.

From these cinematic gems, one winner will emerge. Here's where it gets even more interesting: you'll have a whole year to pen a feature-length script which we will then option for $10,000. And the cherry on top? We'll bring that script to full-blown cinematic life, fueling its transformation with a production budget starting at $250,000.

The Process

Branded "That Film Festival", we create unique 'festivals' within a festival and allow aspiring filmmakers to showcase their talent to film lovers, industry professionals & film investors. Our showcases go beyond mere screenings; they offer invaluable opportunities for networking, learning, and personal growth.

Our showcases, held at prestigious events like Cannes, London, Marbella, and Berlin, serve as stages for the best short films submitted to us.

Berlin

One-day showcase featuring selected short films.

Cannes

Two day showcase featuring selected short films, industry talks and networking events.

London

Two-day showcase featuring selected short films, industry workshops, and networking events.

Marbella

One-day showcase featuring selected short films.

We Are Worldwide

Despite being a UK-based company, we have received submissions from all over the world, including Thailand, Australia, Nigeria, the USA, and various European countries, in our first year. Although our film festival showcases are held in European cities like Cannes, London, Berlin, and Marbella, we've attracted a large number of filmmakers who travel great distances from countries to see their films showcased and to meet with us. This global interest is reflected in our social media following, with almost 60% of our followers coming from outside Europe.

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INCREASE IN SUBMISSIONS PER SEASON

Since our first stand-alone festival in Cannes in May 2018, we have experienced rapid growth in the number of submissions. We now have double the submissions compared to when we first launched.

Organizers

  • FESTIVAL CO-DIRECTOR

    Terry Loveday is a highly accomplished film producer renowned for his extensive career spanning decades. Terry's expertise lies in bringing compelling narratives to life on screen. With a notable knack for talent-spotting and collaboration, he has cultivated a diverse portfolio of impactful films. His visionary initiative, That Film Festival, spanning showcases in Berlin, Cannes, London, and Marbella, highlights his commitment to nurturing emerging filmmakers and advancing the industry. Terry's legacy is defined by his unwavering dedication to excellence, creative storytelling, and profound influence on the world of cinema.

  • FESTIVAL CO-DIRECTOR

    Trudy has a sales and distribution background, notably releasing New Line Cinema titles in Eastern Europe through Kinowelt and Crescendo Films, including major releases like Rush Hour 2 and Austin Powers The Spy Who Shagged Me. Shifting her focus to production, she established Red Pictures Media in London, producing her first film Are You Ready For Love?, garnering awards and UK DVD market success. Her recent projects encompass diverse genres, including The Long Way, Slammed!, and FORETOLD. Trudy also co-founded That Film Festival and is an active member of BAFTA and the Producers Guild of America, while also engaging in humanitarian efforts across Africa, the Middle East, and Eastern Europe.

FAQs

  • 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲:

    • Minimum investment of $250,000 to develop your feature script into a full-length feature film.

    • One-year comprehensive marketing support, encompassing social media promotion, advertising budget allocation, and website design and construction.

    • A full year of international sales and distribution assistance.

    • Access to casting services with the guidance of a casting agent.

    • Support for post-production and special effects.

    • Creation of professional posters and artwork.

    • Production and editing of a high-quality trailer.

    • A grand red carpet premiere event.

  • • Films selected will have visibility on promotional materials for That Film Festival, including on That Film Life social media channels.

    • Three films from each showcase will be chosen to be entered into the film investment competition (Twelve films in total).

    • Network with film industry executives from around the world.

  • 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝘀&𝗖𝘀

    • The competition is open to filmmakers of all levels and ages, provided they have not previously produced a feature film.

    • Short film submissions should have a duration of less than 25 minutes.

    • Accepted Genres: Documentary, Action/Adventure, Horror/Thriller, Comedy, Drama, Sci-fi/Fantasy - All subgenres accepted.

    • Films must have been completed after January 2018.

    • Submitted films must be available for screening in Berlin starting from February 2024.

    • Non-English language films must include English subtitles with their submissions.

    • Film submissions should be made through Film Freeway.

    • That Film Festival bears no responsibility for incomplete, lost, unintelligible, or misdirected submissions.

    • Once a film is submitted, the decision is final, and no refunds will be issued.

    • Initial submissions that do not meet the technical requirements outlined in these official rules will be automatically disqualified without refunds.

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    Participants acknowledge that the Sponsor and Competition Entities may have motion pictures, television programs, and other creative materials in development or production that may contain ideas, concepts, plots, characters, settings, or themes similar to those in the participant's short films. The participant acknowledges that they will not be entitled to any compensation or negotiation rights with the sponsor due to any such similarities.

    𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝘀&𝗖𝘀

    • Upon the announcement of the winner, they will have a maximum of 12 months to deliver an original feature film script. Failure to do so within this timeframe may result in the withdrawal of funding by the sponsors.

    • The sponsors will acquire the winner's feature screenplay for a sum of $10,000.00 USD (Ten Thousand Dollars).

    • Additionally, the winner will be entitled to a 2% share of the feature film's net profits from the backend.

    • The production of the feature film must take place within the United Kingdom.

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    The Sponsor does commit to producing the grand prize-winning scripts, which are fully funded by the sponsor. However, the Sponsor retains the right not to produce, release, exhibit, distribute, or otherwise exploit the winning scripts for specific reasons. The Sponsor also reserves the right to suspend or terminate the fulfillment of its obligations in the event of circumstances beyond their control, which render performance inadvisable, commercially impracticable, illegal, or impossible. While the Sponsor intends to produce the Grand Prize-winning scripts, this clause is included as a precautionary measure to account for events beyond the competition or sponsor's control.

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    𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝘀𝘁

    Fee will be charged to cover admin charges & staffing charges in order to ensure your film will be watched, categorised and rated.

Let’s Work Together,

 Submit Your Film.

Tania Khan -

“Designed to offer emerging filmmakers the phenomenal opportunity of turning their short into a feature. So pleased my film was selected for this event! Extremely nice and hospitable organisers!”

Monique Sorgen -

“This is the best idea ever for a festival. It's the only one I know of that really has the potential to advance your career, and get your next project made. I had such a great time meeting the investors in Cannes. I found they had a lot of passion and great senses of humor, and it was a thrill to share my current film "Sorry, Not Sorry," and my future film plans with them. The staff was incredibly welcoming, too, and the whole experience has felt like magic.”

Simona Calo -

“I think this is probably the best film festival ever! The filmmakers have the opportunity to talk to investors, pitch their ideas etc... Everyone in the staff is very nice and helpful! I didn't win in Cannes, but I'll try again with another project.”

Daniel Ademinokan -

“WOW!! This is by far the BEST, BEST, BEST Festival experience I have had in my very long career as a filmmaker. Their communication, hospitality, and level of passion for storytelling is amazing. They actually care about 'the filmmakers'. Yes, they do. I had a great experience with them in Berlin and I look forward to bigger things ahead. The audience that came to see our film loved it and appreciated us as storytellers and not just another face or number. Worth every dime and time.”

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