
Support for Film and Audiovisual Documentary
Authors can apply for support to write a documentary linked to Bourgogne-Franche-Comté; production companies can apply for support to develop or shoot documentaries in the region. The rules specific to each strand set the criteria and financial terms.
The Bourgogne-Franche-Comté Region offers a fund supporting film and audiovisual creation and production, in particular for writing, developing and producing documentaries. The scheme aims to support artistic creation, diversity of works, regional economic benefits and employment in the sector.
Funded by Région Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
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Who can apply
Film and audiovisual authors and production companies, depending on the strand. Writing must concern a documentary linked to the region; development or production must show the required territorial link.
Eligibility conditions
The application must comply with the rules of the strand concerned. Applications that do not comply with the rules are not reviewed. The aid falls under the European regime applicable to audiovisual works; the detailed criteria vary between writing, development and production.
What the scheme covers
Writing documentaries, developing documentaries and long-form fiction according to the relevant rules, and audiovisual production of documentaries. These strands should not be confused.
Amount and funding terms
There is no single amount: it depends on the strand and the applicable rules. Consult the relevant rules before building the financing plan.
How to apply
Download the applicable rules, prepare the documents and the required regional economic benefits form, then submit the application during the window for the strand.
Timeline
The regional page indicates two application windows a year: writing/development/production from 1 to 31 December, and development/production from 1 to 31 May. Reading committees are announced afterwards; check the dates and rules of the session concerned before applying.
Key facts
- Funder
- Région Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
- Type of funding
- Grant
- Status
- Ongoing
- Geographic scope
- Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply?
Authors and production companies, depending on the strand requested.
When should I apply?
The Region indicates windows from 1 to 31 December and from 1 to 31 May depending on the strand; check the current rules before each application.
Is the amount the same for all projects?
No. The financial criteria and eligible costs are set out in the rules specific to writing, development or production.
Official source
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