Fondazione Prada Film Fund
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The Fondazione Prada Film Fund is an annual initiative that supports independent cinema. Every year, it selects films without any restriction on geography, theme, genre, or language.
The call for entries is open from 1 September to 17 October 2025.The projects selected for the first edition of the Fondazione Prada Film Fund will be announced between January and February 2026.
Projects can be submitted during the development, production or post-production phase. The final selection will be based exclusively on criteria such as quality, originality, vision, as well as strength and reliability of the production structure. An international committee composed of prominent figures from the film and cultural scene guarantees an independent, impartial and professional process. With the Fund, Fondazione Prada renews and enhances its commitment to cinema, supporting both established authors and new talents, as well as research projects, with the aim of giving space to innovative works.
The Fondazione Prada Film Fund (FPFF) supports independent feature film projects in one of the following stages of production:
Development
Production
Post-production
To be eligible, projects must meet the criteria specified in the call, and applications may only be submitted by the main production company.
The Fund grants complete artistic freedom to the author and relies on external consultants and readers to evaluate projects.
Selection is carried out by a Committee appointed by Fondazione Prada, which also determines the amount of the grants.
The FPFF does not assume the role of co-producer and does not impose territorial restrictions.
The obligations of beneficiaries are governed by a contract with Fondazione Prada, and the main production company remains solely responsible for compliance with the established conditions.
The leading production company must have produced at least two feature films that have been selected and premiered at an international film festival (find the complete list in the checklist)
The call is open to project with a minimum duration of 65 minutes.
Films in development: at least 20% of the total budget and 70% of the development budget must be covered by confirmed and documentable financial sources
Films in production: at least 50% of the total budget must be covered by confirmed and documentable financial sources
Films in post-production: at least 80% of the total budget must be covered by confirmed and documentable financial sources; the work must be completed within six months of the grant being awarded
No more than 10% of the total budget of the work may be allocated to general expenses
FAQ
WHAT IS THE FONDAZIONE PRADA FILM FUND?
The FPFF is a fund aimed at fostering the creation of independent contemporary films. The artistic qualities and the strength of the production plan are the main criteria on which the projects are assessed.
WHO CAN APPLY?
The FPFF is open to feature films projects in development, production and postproduction stages. The application must be submitted by a production company.
IS THE FUND OPEN TO PROJECTS WORLDWIDE?
Yes, the FPFF is an international fund with no geographic restrictions.
CAN I APPLY FOR A DOCUMENTARY?
Yes, the FPFF doesn’t have any genre restrictions.
CAN A PRODUCTION COMPANY APPLY WITH MORE THAN ONE PROJECT?
Yes, a production company can apply with more than one project.
WHAT ARE THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA?
The eligibility criteria are listed in the Regulations. They must be met at the moment of the application.
HOW MANY CALLS ARE THERE PER YEAR?
The FPFF has one yearly call for projects.
DO I NEED TO SPEND THE GRANT I RECEIVED IN ITALY?
No.
CAN I APPLY AS A DIRECTOR?
No, the application must be submitted by a production company.
CAN A PROJECT BENEFIT FROM THE FPFF AT VARIOUS STAGES OF PRODUCTION?Yes, a project can apply again in the upcoming calls and can receive a maximum of two out of three grants.
CAN I SUBMIT A PROJECT TWICE?
Yes, you may resubmit a project, but only if it has developed or changed since the original submission. Please note that resubmission is limited to two attempts.
CAN I APPLY WITH A SHORT OR A SERIES PROJECT?
No, the FPFF is open only for feature film projects with a minimum duration of 65 minutes.
WILL I BE NOTIFIED IF THE PROJECT IS NOT SELECTED?
Yes, the FPFF staff will notify you if you are not selected. However, if your application is incomplete and missing any mandatory information, it will be discarded without notification.
CAN I COMPLETE OR EDIT MY SUBMISSION AFTER THE DEADLINE?
No, once the deadline has passed, you cannot edit your application.
WHAT IS A PITCH DECK?
It is a project presentation document that includes the material requested in the checklist.
WHAT ARE THE ROUGH-CUT REQUIREMENTS?
To apply for post-production support, you must submit a rough cut that is at least 60 minutes in length.
WHAT ARE THE OBLIGATIONS IF THE PROJECT IS GRANTED?
By applying to the FPFF, you agree to the terms and conditions that govern the fund (accessible at the end of the application process), including the visibility and requirements specified in the contract between the beneficiary and the FPFF.
HOW CAN I CONTACT THE FILM FUND TEAM?
To contact the Film Fund team, please email us at filmfund@fondazioneprada.org.
FAQ
WHAT IS THE FONDAZIONE PRADA FILM FUND?
The FPFF is a fund aimed at fostering the creation of independent contemporary films. The artistic qualities and the strength of the production plan are the main criteria on which the projects are assessed.
WHO CAN APPLY?
The FPFF is open to feature films projects in development, production and postproduction stages. The application must be submitted by a production company.
IS THE FUND OPEN TO PROJECTS WORLDWIDE?
Yes, the FPFF is an international fund with no geographic restrictions.
CAN I APPLY FOR A DOCUMENTARY?
Yes, the FPFF doesn’t have any genre restrictions.
CAN A PRODUCTION COMPANY APPLY WITH MORE THAN ONE PROJECT?Yes, a production company can apply with more than one project.
WHAT ARE THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA?
The eligibility criteria are listed in the Regulations. They must be met at the moment of the application.
HOW MANY CALLS ARE THERE PER YEAR?
The FPFF has one yearly call for projects.
DO I NEED TO SPEND THE GRANT I RECEIVED IN ITALY?
No.
CAN I APPLY AS A DIRECTOR?
No, the application must be submitted by a production company.
CAN A PROJECT BENEFIT FROM THE FPFF AT VARIOUS STAGES OF PRODUCTION?
Yes, a project can apply again in the upcoming calls and can receive a maximum of two out of three grants.
CAN I SUBMIT A PROJECT TWICE?
Yes, you may resubmit a project, but only if it has developed or changed since the original submission. Please note that resubmission is limited to two attempts.
CAN I APPLY WITH A SHORT OR A SERIES PROJECT?
No, the FPFF is open only for feature film projects with a minimum duration of 65 minutes.
WILL I BE NOTIFIED IF THE PROJECT IS NOT SELECTED?
Yes, the FPFF staff will notify you if you are not selected. However, if your application is incomplete and missing any mandatory information, it will be discarded without notification.
CAN I COMPLETE OR EDIT MY SUBMISSION AFTER THE DEADLINE?
No, once the deadline has passed, you cannot edit your application.
WHAT IS A PITCH DECK?
It is a project presentation document that includes the material requested in the checklist.
WHAT ARE THE ROUGH-CUT REQUIREMENTS?
To apply for post-production support, you must submit a rough cut that is at least 60 minutes in length.
WHAT ARE THE OBLIGATIONS IF THE PROJECT IS GRANTED?
By applying to the FPFF, you agree to the terms and conditions that govern the fund (accessible at the end of the application process), including the visibility and requirements specified in the contract between the beneficiary and the FPFF.
HOW CAN I CONTACT THE FILM FUND TEAM?
To contact the Film Fund team, please email us at filmfund@fondazioneprada.org.
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