Pitches and Showcases
From stand-out industry showcases to live pitch sessions, this is your chance to discover some of the most exciting non-fiction projects in progress.
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Channel 4 First Cut Pitch
Five new directors pitch to a panel of industry experts for the chance to win a commission for their first 60-minute film on Channel 4.
  • Industry Programme
Industry Pitch
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Chicken & Egg Delegation Showcase
In celebration of their 20th anniversary, this showcase will highlight a selection of supported work-in-progress films in various stages from around the globe.
  • Industry Programme
Industry Marketplace Activity
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Climate Spring Documentary Pitch
What is good climate content? Join us to find out. This entertaining session sees four creatives pitch their climate docs, with the winner receiving 10k.
  • Industry Programme
Industry Pitch
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Palestine Film Institute Showcase
In collaboration with Sheffield DocFest, through the Palestine Showcase, PFI presents three feature documentaries in progress.
  • Industry Programme
Industry Marketplace Activity
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Queer Realities Director's Lab Showcase
Supported by the BFI Creative Challenge this session will spotlight the works in development of ten emerging filmmakers part of the Queer Realities Director's Lab.
  • Industry Programme
Industry Marketplace Activity
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The Whickers Film & TV Pitch
Who will win the 100k Whickers Film & TV Funding Award? Five emerging directors pitch their debut feature doc projects to a panel of industry judges.
  • Industry Programme
Industry Pitch
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The Whickers Podcast Pitch
Who will win the 15k Whickers Podcast Award to produce their upcoming audio doc? Six audio directors pitch their projects to a panel of industry judges.
  • Industry Programme
Industry Pitch

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