DFM Pitch And Finance Forum – Deadline Extended

New deadline is Monday 20, February 2023 @ 11:59 CAT

Each year, through an open application process and two independent selection panels, the Durban FilmMart Institute selects 20 official African fiction and documentary projects in development to present to a panel of potential co-producers, sales agents, broadcasters and film funds. The Pitch and Finance Forum consists of public pitching, one on one meetings with decision makers and individual mentorship leading up to the market.

Projects participating in the Pitch and Finance Forum are selected for awards which includes cash prizes, entry into international labs and pitching platforms and further mentorship.  For more information on the awards for each year, please click here.

For more about the project submission criteria, and how to submit projects, please visit our website or email [email protected]

By Andrew Germishuys

Founder of SAMDB | Actor | Armourer | Tech Enthusiast With over two decades in the film industry, I'm a seasoned actor and skilled armourer. I hold numerous certifications in acting and filmmaking, complemented by degrees and diplomas in IT and technology, giving me a unique blend of creative and technical expertise. When I'm not on set or in the workshop, you'll find me immersed in the world of gaming and VR, fuelling my passion for cutting-edge technology. Connect with me: X / Twitter Facebook Instagram Mastodon Threads Explore my work on SAMDB IMDb