Cinema
AFAC supports Arab directors and producers with grants for developing, producing, and post-producing fiction films to foster creativity and storytelling in the Arab world and diaspora.
Funder: Arab Fund for Arts and Culture
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 for feature film production | Up to $25,000 for feature post-production | Up to $10,000 for feature development | Up to $20,000 for short/medium production | Up to $10,000 for short/medium post-production
Summary: Supports Arab directors in creating feature and short fiction films through grants for development, production, and post-production.
Key Information: Applicants with current open AFAC grants are ineligible; only one application per open call.
Description
The program offers financial support to Arab directors and producers for the development, production, and post-production of feature-length and short/medium-length fiction films. It aims to foster cinematic creativity and storytelling in the Arab region and diaspora, providing resources for project costs such as materials, equipment, and labor. AFAC does not claim rights over supported projects but requires acknowledgment in all communications and deliverables. The program is highly competitive and encourages applicants to seek additional funding sources.
