The OFF Pro Coproduction Market is now inviting all authors, film schools, independent producers, and production companies to submit their projects for the 6th edition of the coproduction market. This year, the coproduction funds are estimated to exceed €15,000 in both cash and in-kind contributions for the best projects. The call for submissions is open until April 30th. Register via the OFF Service Portal and submit your application today.
Building on the success of previous editions, the OFF Pro Film Market continues to be a dynamic meeting point for filmmakers, producers, and industry professionals. It’s the perfect place for emerging talent to showcase their projects and for professionals to explore fresh perspectives in European cinema, focusing on shorts and new formats.
The goal of OFF’s industry program is to empower new filmmakers, especially those with debut or new projects, by offering them various benefits through the Festival’s networking and development programs. OFF Coproduction market is also the largest coproduction market for short films in the region, the only such in Bosnia and Herzegovina, with a fund of over EUR 15,000.00 – in cash and in film services in all stages of production and one of the few with dedicated funds.
OFF Pro Talks is the core program of the OFF Pro Film Market, spanning the entire four-day event. It brings together top panelists and industry professionals to discuss short film production, financing, film philosophy, and more. These experts share their insights and best practices from across Europe. During the market, OFF Pro Talks fosters a space for professionals to exchange ideas, learn, and grow. It connects participants through discussions and offers valuable opportunities for knowledge expansion. This initiative acts as the glue that unites everyone, including sometimes the public, for the duration of the event.
The OFF Pro Co-production Market is one of the OFF Pro industry initiatives and main segment of the OFF Pro Film Market. These 2 days program consist of pitching training, presentation of the projects and one to one meetings. It is the industry event aimed for professionals bringing together dozens of selected international producers, sales agents, distributors as well as broadcasting and funding representatives who are actively working in international co-productions. OFF Co-production market every year presents 12 projects in development and award best project with 15.000 + EUR in cash and in services. Best projects are selected by international trusted board commission.
We believe that fostering and promoting the distribution of short films is crucial for the continued growth of the film industry and the development of emerging filmmakers. The Distribution Talks at the OFF Pro Film Market is an industry initiative designed to give filmmakers from both the official OFF sections and the industry program a platform to present their films and connect with potential distributors. Distribution Talks is not limited to finished films but also welcomes projects in development, including scripts and works-in-progress, offering valuable distribution consultations. This initiative provides a unique opportunity for filmmakers to gain expert guidance and make vital connections that can help bring their work to a broader audience.
