Adelaide Film Festival Investment Fund

The Adelaide Film Festival Investment Fund  (AFFIF) provides equity investment in Australian screen production. Since its inception in 2003, AFFIF has redefined the role of film festivals to be an active contributor in creating new work. The first fund of its type in Australia, and a rarity worldwide, AFFIF is a major force for encouraging and showcasing bold new Australian screen works.

AFFIF has helped to enable over 170 screen projects, and the slate continues to grow with each edition of the festival.

Works invested in have included feature films, short films, TV and web series, interactive works, virtual reality and moving image works.

AFFIF projects have garnered national and international acclaim, screening at major festivals including Berlin, Cannes, Sundance, Toronto and Venice, winning in excess of 350 international and national awards.

AFFIF is funded through the South Australian Government. We acknowledge the incredible work of the creative teams supported and our co-investors across an amazing array of screen projects.

What Are We Looking For?

AFFIF seeks to support projects with creative, cultural and economic benefits to South Australia.

We anticipate that most feature projects are locked approximately 12 months out from their premiere at the Festival.

Applying for AFF Investment

Please note: EOI submission timings for AFFIF support have changed.

Expressions of interest for AFFIF investment may only be submitted to AFFIF in the three months from 10 November, closing on 10 February each year.

Before submitting your EOI or contacting AFF, please ensure you:

• Read the criteria listed above

• Read the information below

Please note:

• In addition to the criteria outlined, AFF Investment is made on the basis that AFF has the exclusive right to the world premiere of the Film at the Adelaide Film Festival, presented in October of each year.

• AFF is, however, under special circumstances, agreeable to forego the World Premiere and permit screening at A-list film festivals in advance of AFF subject to AFF's prior written approval. The approved A-list festivals include: Sundance, Berlin, Cannes, Telluride, Venice, Toronto or Busan international film festivals.

After You Apply

• Eligible applications will be assessed in February/March.

• AFF may request additional materials or information

• You can expect to be advised of the outcome of your application at the end of March.

Feature Films (Documentary And Fiction)

The AFFIF’s anticipated investment for feature projects is between $50K – $200K for feature fiction, and $40k – $80K for feature documentaries. Key investment above this level is at the discretion of the Board. For documentary projects, the AFFIF may use its discretion to increase this level for productions of significant benefit to the SA industry.

Projects must:

• Be an Australian feature film/creative documentary with theatrical and/or broadcast potential to have its world premiere at the next Adelaide Film Festival.

• Provide a fully developed financial plan which, along with the creative component of the project, will form the basis of the recommendation to the Board.

• Demonstrate an advanced stage of financing through recognised market attachments, with financing to be completed for delivery to AFF.

Projects will be given preference if they:

• Demonstrate a net economic benefit to South Australia.

• Are produced and/or post-produced in South Australia.

• Use South Australian crew, cast and facilities where possible and appropriate.

Short Films (Documentary And Fiction)

(less than 30 minutes) The AFFIF’s anticipated investment is between $10k – $50K. The AFFIF may use its discretion to increase this level for productions of significant benefit to the SA industry.

Projects must:

• Be a South Australian short film to premiere at the next Adelaide Film Festival.

• Provide a fully developed financial plan which, along with the creative component of the project, will form the basis of the recommendation to the Board.

• Be fully financed no later than 3 months prior to AFF or later by negotiation.

• Be fully produced in South Australia.

• Use South Australian crew and facilities where possible and appropriate.

Hybrid Reality / Digital Projects

The AFFIF’s anticipated investment is between $10k – $50K. The AFFIF may use its discretion to increase this level for productions of significant benefit to the SA industry.

Projects must:

• Be a hybrid reality and/or digital project to be launched at the next Adelaide Film Festival.

• Provide a fully developed financial plan which, along with the creative component of the project, will form the basis of the recommendation to the Board.

• Be fully financed no later than 3 months prior to AFF or later by negotiation.

Projects will be given preference if they:

• Are fully produced from South Australia

• Use South Australian crew and facilities where possible and appropriate

AFFIF Project Delivery

The producers must agree for the film to be completed in advance of the Adelaide Film Festival and delivered to the Festival 6 weeks’ prior to having its World or Australian Premiere at that Festival, or as otherwise requested in writing.

Terms And Conditions

Applicants must:

• Be residents of Australia and/or Australian citizens

• Not be in default of any contractual arrangements to the South Australian Government, including the SA Film Corporation

• Hold the appropriate rights to the work where possible and appropriate.

The AFFIF will not make public its reasons for funding decisions. The decision of the AFFIF with respect to any application is absolute and final and not subject to appeal. For more information, ring (08) 8394 2505 or email affif@adelaidefilmfestival.org.

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