MFI Script 2 Film Workshops 2011
Mesogeiako Institouto Kinimatografou - Mediterranean Film Institute
Description
This advanced script and project development programme, based on group work, Q & A sessions, case studies and individual consultations, consists of four intensive workshops: two residential workshops in the Greek islands and two online sessions hosted on the MFI website.
The primary objective is to develop fully the participating screenplays, from first or subsequent draft to final draft. Through a process of workshops that focus on script analysis, revision and rewriting, the activity is designed to enhance the artistic values of the story material, at the same time aiming at producing solid screenplays that will have a strong dramatic impact for international audiences.
The second objective is to help participants set up an effective project development process (presentation, pitching, fundraising and production
strategies).
Target group
Teams of screenwriter and producer with a project in development. The programme is also open to co-writers or directors following a project and producers without a project.
Benefits
integrated knowledge of all aspects of project development; an introduction to the international industry’s needs and practices; tools to improve project production potential in terms of markets and audiences, and help reach the production stage.
Dates
June 23 > July 7, 2011: Nissyros Island - Greece
October 9 > 16, 2011: Samos Island - Greece
September 2011 & December 2011 (online sessions)
Fees
€1,500: screenwriters;
€1,000: producers;
€1,000 for third projectrelated participant (co-writers, directors) or producer without project.
Includes accommodation and board.
Requirements
Track record, draft project.
Participants
40
Registration deadline(s)
March 18, 2011
Mesogeiako Institouto Kinimatografou / Mediterranean Film Institute
38 Varvaki St
11474 Athens – Greece
T +30 21 0645 7223
F +30 21 0645 7223
Apostolia Papaioannou
Dimitris Emmanouilidis
info@mfi.gr
mfi_nisyros@yahoo.gr
