BFI’s Mia Bays Talks New Filmmaking Fund, The End Of The Vision Awards & The Challenge Of Supporting UK Film With Less Money
deadline.comThe new National Lottery Filmmaking Fund is the BFI’s attempt at creating a clearer and more transparent funding mechanism with an emphasis on equity, diversity, and inclusion, Mia Bays, director of the fund, told the Deadline shortly before the launch of the new plan Tuesday morning.
The fund, first announced late last year as part of the BFI’s 10-year strategic plan, will grant $44m (£36.6m) in cash awards over three years to support fiction feature films.
The cash will be available through four separate funding strands focused on different parts of the filmmaking pyramid, from debut features and development to more experienced filmmakers.
The fund will also hand out $21m (£17.4m) in cash awards to support documentaries, shorts, talent development, and immersive works.
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