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Nederlands Filmfonds is currently accepting applications for its Cypher Cinema Talent Development Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Cypher Cinema is a talent development program especially for starting self-taught filmmakers who want to make an idiosyncratic, short film. With a development contribution and a workshop and coaching programme, the Fund aims to stimulate the influx of new voices and perspectives that contribute to a diverse, accessible film culture.
Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
Be a self-taught filmmaker or filmmaking collective.
Not have graduated from a recognized professional film direction program.
Have professional directing experience.
Have completed at least one independent film production; or
Have completed at least two commissioned audiovisual projects for different clients.
Not currently be enrolled in vocational training.
Have a viable short film concept suitable for development.
Commit to participating fully in the one-year development trajectory.
Relevant experience may include:
Independent film productions.
Commercial productions.
Music videos.
Television-related projects.
Other professional audiovisual productions.
Producer Requirements
Applicants must apply with a producer or be willing to work with a producer identified during the program.
The producer must:
Meet professional industry standards.
Hold relevant film education or demonstrate proven producing experience.
Have worked on an independently released film or possess equivalent professional experience.
Be based in:
The Kingdom of the Netherlands.
A European Union member state.
A European Economic Area (EEA) member state.
Switzerland.
Apply for Nederlands Filmfonds - Cypher Cinema Talent Development Program
