Distribution Funding for Animation

We support the distribution of animated films and enhance their visibility and theatrical release.

Submission Dates Film Funding Committee:

Submission Dates Simplified Jury for Distribution and Marketing Funding:

Is this grant right for me?

First, please check whether you meet the funding criteria. The distribution grant is intended for distribution companies that bring documentary films to theaters and wish to support their marketing and exploitation. In addition to the regular distribution grant, there is also the option of a simplified grant. Which funding option is suitable depends on the requirements of your project.

Application Documents

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  • Distribution plan with marketing strategy and advertising plan
  • License Agreement
  • Distribution program or company profile
  • Information about the film, including a synopsis and cast and crew, and a press kit if applicable
  • Cost estimate, including the NRW effect and other regional effects
  • Financing plan
  • Current extract from the commercial register
  • Screening materials

Schedule an appointment

A consultation is required before submitting an application.

For the consultation: Please send your appointment request via email, along with a one-page summary of the project and, for first-time contact, your resume and filmography, to the responsible program officer.

Contact Person for Distribution Funding

The Selection Process

Submitted projects are evaluated by different committees depending on the funding track. The Film Funding Committee decides on regular distribution funding. For simplified funding, a decision is made by an independent jury whose three members are appointed by Filmbüro NW e. V. and reconstituted for each funding session.

About the Film Funding Committee → About the Simplified Funding Jury for Distribution & Marketing →

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