What are the steps to turn a script into a film?
The Beijing International Film Festival Beijing Market Project Pitching breaks it down into three steps!
The first step: complete a great script.
The script is the cornerstone of any film. A film without a script is like a tree without roots or water without a source. Even Wong Kar-wai dispelled rumors and revealed his script.
The market is not short of scripts. What’s lacking are truly exceptional ones. The script reigns supreme, and genre wins the game.
Final pitch presentation at the 14th Beijing International Film Festival Project Pitching
So what about the second step? Is it all about billion-dollar investments and flashy PowerPoints filled with top celebrities?
No! In recent years, fewer people are seen discussing “film projects” in cafes.
For young filmmakers, the second step may well be the Beijing International Film Festival Beijing Market Project Pitching!
The Beijing Film Festival Project Pitching will continue to bring young filmmakers together this spring. This year, the pitching is divided into four tracks: Script Project Unit, In-Production Project Unit, Sports Project Subunit, and the younger HAF Recommended Project Subunit.
The registration channel is now open! Click the link to register online, and be sure to track the deadlines to avoid missing out!
| Script and Sports Projects |
Early Bird Price
From December 17, 2024, to 24:00, February 10, 2025 |
Standard Price
From February 11, 2025, to 24:00, February 25, 2025 |
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130 yuan |
300 yuan |
| In-Production Projects |
Early Bird Price
From December 17, 2024, to 24:00, February 10, 2025 |
Standard Price
From February 11, 2025 to 24:00, March 3, 2025
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| |
130 yuan |
300 yuan |
To better support young filmmakers in confidently taking their second step towards realizing their film dreams, the Beijing International Film Festival is introducing the all-new “Young Power Field”. This initiative creates a major platform for project incubation and young filmmaker development. The “Warehouse Cool” at Langyuan Station has been redesigned to become the launchpad for young filmmakers’ dreams.
All participants who register for this year’s pitching will receive a “Young Filmmaker” pass. Regardless of how far your project advances, you are invited to participate in related activities hosted in the “Young Power Field” (except for exclusive invitation-only events).
The Beijing International Film Festival Project Pitching serves as an incubator for film dreams and a “Hogwarts” for young filmmakers, providing everything you need to succeed.
Final pitch presentation at the 14th Beijing International Film Festival Project Pitching
Every young filmmaker has a unique story to tell and a dream to pursue.
Here, you’ll meet like-minded peers, build meaningful connections, and find support for your creative journey. With subdivided tracks, we offer tailored support for every filmmaker.
If you want invaluable insights from seasoned creators, don’t miss the creative salons designed specifically for young filmmakers. Engage in dialogues with industry veterans, emerging talents, and your peers. Most importantly, have a conversation with yourself. Find your position and take the next step forward.
Young Filmmakers Sharing Salon at the 14th Beijing International Film Festival Project Pitching
The Film Music Party + MBTI Cocktail Event is a grand celebration for young filmmakers. Here, let loose, sway to the rhythm of the music, and let inspiration flow. And of course, mysterious celebrity guests will bring unforgettable surprises to your journey.
Grab your ticket and soak up the nutrients your script needs to thrive!
As a highlight of the Beijing Market, the Project Pitching not only helps young filmmakers take their second step but also serves as a critical bridge to realizing their cinematic dreams through the “Young Power Field” initiative. We warmly welcome passionate young filmmakers to join us and take the next step on their filmmaking journey!
Business negotiation at the 14th Beijing International Film Festival Project Pitching
In 2025, the Beijing International Film Festival Project Pitching will continue supporting applications for the Young Filmmakers Special Support Fund. Winning projects will be recommended to the Beijing Publicity Culture and Guidance Fund by the festival’s organizing committee, providing a fast and convenient channel to turn creative ideas into shining films on the big screen.
In 2024, four projects - “Gua Gua’s Adventure”, “Wake Me Up”, “Admission”, and “All is Well”-received the Beijing Publicity Culture and Guidance Fund. With support from the organizing committee, these projects were successfully launched in Beijing, living up to the festival’s slogan: “Bring a story, leave with a film.”
“Wake Me Up” was awarded the Special Recommendation Project by the 14th Project Pitching Jury.
As for the third step, the journey of filmmaking never truly ends. Dreams take flight from the “Young Power Field”. When you are ready, take action, young filmmakers, let your passion shine on screen! We look forward to seeing you on the big screen. At the same time, we welcome film companies, institutions, and production teams to join us in supporting the dreams of young filmmakers!
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