1 KM FILM is Sweden’s leading pitch competition for shorts. Emerging national directors from all over the country take center stage at Stockholm Industry Days, to present their next project and show an audience of industry professionals where Swedish film is heading.
Nominated directors are in competition for 1 KM FILM AWARD, with a total prize of 385.000 SEK going towards the creation of the pitched project. A complimentary industry accreditation is also provided to each nominee, and their previous short film will be screened during Stockholm International Film Festival to highlight the filmmakers.
1 KM FILM AWARD consists of economical, technical and competence support presented in collaboration with the Swedish Film Institute, Film Stockholm, Storyline Studios, Tint, Ponytail, Scen & Film and Fyra K Media.
Established in 1990, 1 KM FILM has consistently spotlighted the next generation with previous winners like Frida Kempff, Amanda Kernell, John Skoog, and Ninja Thyberg. As per this year the pitch will be held in English. Got a short film idea?
To enter the 1 KM FILM pitch competition, submit an application with a pitch idea for a short film (max 15min length). The application should include a synopsis, moodboard and preferably treatment or script. In the application, you should also submit a previous short film (the nominees' films will be shown at the festival). The artistic quality of the new project and its feasibility will be emphasised in the assessment.
Deadline September 2
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