Annual Theme | Regulation and Entry Rules
I. REGULATIONS
LONG FORMAT
1. Proposal specs:
- Project must address the theme [Dissolution and Restoration of Love] and be relevant to societies of Greater China
- Final project running time must be 45 minutes or longer
- Must shoot project on HDV or higher quality, sound must be recorded with external mic.
(In order to meet current distribution channels standards, we encourage filmmakers shoot at 1920x1080i)
- If selected, final project delivery format must be in Digi Betacam or un-compressed native files from source hard drive.
- Project delivery: Rough cut: 11/30/2013 ｜ Final delivery: 4/30/2014
2. Eligibility
- Director：Must have directed at least two 45-minute or longer films, one film must have been a documentary
- Producer：Must have produced at least two 45-minute or longer films, one film must have been a documentary
3. Selection process
- 15 to 20 projects will be selected to pitch; final 5 or 6 projects will receive funding from CNEX.
SHORT FORMAT
1. Proposal specs:
- Project must address the theme [Dissolution and Restoration of Love] and be relevant to societies of Greater China
- Final project running time must be 30 minutes or less
- Must shoot project on HDV or higher quality, sound must be recorded with external mic.
(In order to meet current distribution channels standards, we encourage filmmakers shoot at 1920x1080i)
- If selected, final project delivery format must be in Digi Betacam or un-compressed native files from source hard drive.
- Project delivery: Rough cut: Rough cut: 6/30/2013 | Final delivery: 11/30/2013
2. Eligibility
- Director：Must have directed at least two 20-minutes or longer films, one film must have been a documentary
- Producer：Must have produced at least two 20-minutes or longer films, one film must have been a documentary
- Other：Must have participated in the production of at least one documentary, narrative or experimental film 45-minutes or longer in a producer, screenwriter, creative director, cinematographer or Assistant Camera, Assistant Director or actor capacity.
3. Selection process
- 5 to 10 projects will be selected to pitch; final 2 to 3 projects will receive CNEX funding.
II. FUNDING AND SUPPORT FROM CNEX
1. SEED MONIES: CNEX will provide seed money to selected projects
LONG FORMAT: up to 100,000 RMB or 450,000 NTD
SHORT FORMAT: up to 15,000 RMB for projects from Mainland China | up to 120,000 NTD from other regions
2. PRODUCTION CONSULTATION: CNEX invites industry veterans and professionals to provide guidance and mentorship throughout the production of selected projects.
Previous consultants include: Wang Shau-di, Wang Shuibo, Wang Yae-wei, Situ Zhaodun, Ning Ying, Lee Daw-ming, Lu Xin-yu, Chen Hong, Chan Koon-chung, Chen Hao, Ruby Yang, Sylvia Chang, Zhang Xianming, Lin Xudong, Rachel Zen, Hsu Hsiao-ming, Han Lei, Dai Jinhua
3. EDITING WORKSHOP: Depending on project completion and international distribution potential, CNEX will select certain films to participate in our Editing Workshop
CNEX will provide one-on-one editing consultation with renowned editors in order to advance story telling, solidify unique perspective, and increase distribution potential.
Editing consultants have included: Liao Ching-sung, Jean Tsien, Gigi Wong
4. CCDF (CNEX Chinese Doc Forum): CNEX may select films with international marketability to participate in the 2012 CCDF, to be held in Taipei in September
CCDF is a documentary market platform where, modeled after international documentary pitching forums, filmmakers have the opportunity to connect with international funders, commissioning editors and distributors. Industry professionals have included representatives from: Sundance (USA), Sunny Side of the Docs (France), BBC (UK), Arte (France), NDR/ARD (Germany), DR TV (Denmark), NHK (Japan), Discovery (Asia), National Geographic (Asia), Phoenix TV (HK), Sun TV (HK), RTHK (HK), PTS (Taiwan), Want Want China Times (Taiwan), SMG (China), and CCTV (China).
5. CNEX STUDIO: Projects with international appeal and a higher project budget may be invited to join CNEX Studio
CNEX Studio will attach a dedicated producer to create a tailored production strategy in order to attract international interest. CNEX Studio films have already received funding support from Sundance and IDFA.
6. MARKETING AND DISTRIBUTION
- Completed films will automatically be entered into the annual CNEX Thematic Film Festival
- CNEX will entered completed films into various international film festivals
- Completed films will participate in CNEX’s Campus Tours throughout China, HK and Taiwan
- Completed films will receive DVD sales and distribution through CNEX support
III. RESPONSIBILITY TO CNEX
Q: In addition to the “eligibility” requirements mentioned above, do you have other requirements?
A: We expect applicants to have certain amount of professionalism. Listed below are qualities that will receive higher ranking (but are not mandatory):
1. Previously completed work has participated in national or international film festival, or has received accolades (if applicable, please provide)
2. Referral from industry professionals (if applicable, please provide reference letter)
3. A seasoned production team is attached to the project (if applicable, please provide bios)
4. Dedicated to the completion of project, possess professionalism and credibility
5. Knows how to tell create and tell a compelling story
Q: In addition to complying with the annual theme, are there other expectations on the project?
A：
1. We want to see a unique creative vision, an ability of the director to convey his/her own aesthetics to the subject, not just simply documentation or description of event.
2. We want the project to explore social issues that can bring about dialogue and inspire change.
3. We want to see footage from the project that can showcase the filmmaker’s creative vision.
4. Filmmakers should have solid grasp and have researched the topic thoroughly in order to provide a unique and clear perspective on the subject matter. (if applicable, please explain)
Q: If my total budget is on the higher end, can I still submit?
A：Yes, however, budget must be comparable to industry standards and within reason. Budgeting will be part of the consideration process.
IV. APPLICATION GUIDELINES
1. APPLICATION
- Fill out online entry form and submit with complete proposal. (See the end of entry form for proposal requirements. Submit proposal with entry form. Do Not Mail)
- First time applicants to CNEX Thematic CFE must provide one to two previously completed works (PCW). Email link to PCW to [email protected] or email DVDs to CNEX Beijing Office: 2 floor, Building NO1. Jing Yuan, No.3 Guangqu East Rd, Chaoyang District, Beijing 100022, P.R. China
2. PITCHING WORKSHOP
- If selected for PITCHING round, applicant must attend live pitching with audio/visual presentation
- Applicant must be able to concisely and persuasively articulate the project’s vision/story. Pitching performance will factor greatly into final decision for funding/support.
V. DATES
- Online entry form + proposal deadline: July 1, 2012
- Proposals selected for live Pitching will be announced on CNEX's website in: early August 2012
- Final Review Panel: Late August 2012 in Beijing. Selected applicants will be notified.
VI. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
- Students welcome
- In order to maximize promotion, and manage all sales and distribution, CNEX hold rights to selected projects.
- In order to comply with most broadcasting standards, for final selected projects in full HD (from production to post), CNEX may consider providing additional funding and support. Full HD spec is 1920x1080i or higher.
VII. CONTACT
- Call for entries general questions: [email protected]
Tel：+86-10-64073571
Fax：+86-10-64073571
Website：http://www.cnex.org.cn
Contact person: Zhiwei Feng
Tel：+886-2-2322-2928
Fax：+886-2-2392-1835
Website：http://www.cnex.org.tw
Contact person: Amber Li
Tel：+852-3586-9061
Fax：+852-3012-9947
Website：http://www.cnex.org.hk
Contact person: Ms. Ada Li
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