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Karlovy Vary Launches Central Stage to Boost Mid-Career Central European Filmmakers

14 projects from eight countries have been chosen for tailored financing with exclusive post-production support under the new initiative

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Overview

  • KVIFF Industry Office announced 14 projects from eight Central European countries selected for the inaugural Central Stage showcase.
  • The program is designed to address a support gap for mid-career filmmakers by offering visibility and co-production opportunities not commonly available.
  • Participants will have access to exclusive post-production services from UPP and Soundsquare, including a 15% reduction for productions meeting Czech Audiovisual Fund incentive criteria.
  • Selected filmmakers can compete for the €20,000 Eurimages Co-Production Development Award while seeking additional financing and distribution partnerships.
  • The showcase will take place at 1:30 pm on July 8 on the Industry Main Stage in the KVIFF Industry Hub in Kaiserbad.