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SUPPORT MEASURES
DISTRIBUTION SUPPORT EUROPEAN COUNTRIES
Its aim is to strengthen the visibility and the distribution of Swiss films in Europe. The subsidies are granted according to the “Guidelines Funding for the distribution of Swiss films and coproductions in foreign countries”. Applications must be submitted by the European distributor via the Swiss producer.
A support measure by the Swiss Federal Office of Culture (FOC), administrated by SWISS FILMS. www.bak.admin.ch Contact: support@swissfilms.ch
FILM SALES SUPPORT
A scheme by the European Film Promotion (EFP) for the promotion of European films outside of Europe.
FSS OPEN CALL: Available to European and Swiss sales companies selling Swiss films at selected festivals and markets through digital promotion campaigns. READY-TO-USE DIGITAL PROMOTION CAMPAIGNS: This scheme encourages the creation of innovative universal digital promotion strategies (B2B/B2C) by European sales companies. Applications must be submitted online by the European sales company.
A support measure by the Swiss Federal Office of Culture (FOC), Media Desk Suisse and SWISS FILMS. Guidelines and application: www.efp-online.com/en/project_market/fss.php
DISTRIBUTION SUPPORT NON-EUROPEAN COUNTRIES
Supporting the theatrical release of Swiss feature films in thirteen selected non-European territories.
Its aim is to strengthen the visibility and the distribution of Swiss films outside of Europe. Eligible territories: Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Colombia, Hong Kong, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, South Korea, Taiwan and USA. Applications must be submitted by the foreign distributor via the Swiss producer.
A support measure by SWISS FILMS in collaboration with the Swiss Federal Office of Culture (FOC). www.swissfilms.ch/en/distribution Contact: support@swissfilms.ch
VOD SUPPORT
Its aim is to increase the visibility and the online distribution of Swiss films. The subsidies are granted according to the “Guidelines VOD Support”. Applications must be submitted by the Swiss rights holder.
A support measure by SWISS FILMS in collaboration with the Swiss Federal Office of Culture (FOC). www.swissfilms.ch/en/vod Contact: support@swissfilms.ch
METHOD OF PAYMENT FOR FINANCIAL AID AND SUPPORT MEASURES DURING THE COVID-19 CRISIS
Contact: support@swissfilms.ch
DISTRIBUTION SUPPORT for applicants (distributors and rights holders) with European and non-European distribution support
VOD SUPPORT for applicants (rights holders and international distributors currently using alternative distribution)
FILM SALES SUPPORT (FSS) for applicants (sales)
IF THE THEATRICAL RELEASE IS POSTPONED: –International distributors who have received a funding agreement from the Federal Office of Culture and who had confirmed the theatrical release may request the first instalment against proof of the distribution costs planned or already incurred within the scope of their application.
IF THE THEATRICAL RELEASE IS CANCELLED: –International distributors for whom the theatrical release had to be completed or terminated prematurely can request the second instalment upon receipt of an interim invoice for services already rendered.
FOR NEW CINEMA RELEASES: –Submission deadlines for distribution support will remain as such until further notice.
–Applications for VOD Support for the distribution of Swiss films on international VOD platforms can be submitted at any time. –Under the current circumstances, SWISS FILMS also accepts platforms that are not on the SWISS FILMS VOD list, provided there is a valid reason.
IF THE MARKET IS POSTPONED OR CANCELLED: –Costs incurred will be paid out against receipt and within the scope of the funding agreed upon.
FOR DIGITAL MARKETS: –Applications for support can be submitted within the scope of FSS. The share of costs is based on the regular FSS conditions. –Additional applications for digital online campaigning may be submitted. SWISS FILMS follows the recommendations and guidelines of the European Film Promotion EFP.
SWISS FILMS would like to point out that VOD Support is an alternative distribution tool for promoting Swiss films on VOD platforms.
Please consult our website for up-to-date information on our festival attendance. www.swissfilms.ch
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