MFI SCRIPT 2 FILM WORKSHOPS

Call for Applications – 2010 Season

MFI Script 2 Film Workshops is an advanced training initiative under the umbrella of the MEDIA Programme of the European Union. Essentially a script & project development program, it is based on group work, Q&Α sessions, case studies & individual consultations, and consists of 4 intensive workshops (2 on-location in the Greek islands of Nissyros and Samos, and 2 on-line hosted in MFI’s web site).

Its primary objective is to fully develop the participating screenplays, from first or subsequent draft to final draft. Through a process of workshops that emphasize on script analysis, revision & rewriting, the activity is designed to enhance the artistic values of the story material, in the same time aiming to produce solid screenplays that will have a strong dramatic impact to international audiences.

Its second objective is to help participants to set up an effective project development process (presentation, pitching, fundraising & production strategies). The activity offers European film professionals an integrated knowledge of all aspects of project development, aiming to introduce participants to the international industry needs & practices, offer them the tools to improve their project’s production potential in terms of markets & audiences, and help them reach the stage of production.

The 2 residential and the 2 on-line workshops make up an intensive half year-long program in which some of the most established screenwriting teachers as well as producers & industry representatives from Europe and the USA are engaged as trainers in the activity. Furthermore, MFI invites renowned international filmmakers and industry experts for its lectures and Q&A sessions.

FIRST SESSION:       June 22 – July 6, 2010  ISLAND OF NISSYROS, GREECE
SECOND SESSION:   September 2010            ON-LINE
THIRD SESSION:      October 10-17, 2010     ISLAND OF SAMOS, GREECE
FOURTH SESSION:   December 2010             ON-LINE

The program is open to European film professionals, focusing on teams of a screenwriter & a producer with a feature film project in development.

Tuition fees: 1.500 € for screenwriters * 1.000 € for producers *1.000 € for a third person attached to a project (co-writers, directors, etc.). Accomodation and board are covered by the program.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  APRIL 12, 2010

For application form & detailed guidelines, please visit our website: www.mfi.gr