Guwahati: Creating an opportunity for independent filmmakers of Northeast India, the Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival (BVFF) has partnered with Amazon Prime Video. This partnership will allow the filmmakers to pitch their ideas directly to the OTT platform. The organizers have designed this initiative to empower filmmakers. And to provide them with a stage to flourish, elevate the standards of filmmaking, and open doors in the industry.
The 8th edition of BVFF will be hosted later this month. And the organizers have taken the initiative to promote the local filmmakers. This will happen alongside the usual excitement and enthusiasm of the Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival.
How to Apply
To participate in the same, filmmakers can submit their pitches by emailing them to bvff@tattvacreations.com. The deadline for sending the pitch is 8 PM on December 7.
Shortlisted teams will have the opportunity to present their elevator pitch to the esteemed jury members during the festival. Each team will be allocated 20 minutes for the pitch presentation, followed by a 10-minute Q&A session. Successful pitches stand a chance to receive support from Amazon Prime Video.
Filmmakers can submit their pitches in PPT format, arranged in the following order of content.
- Synopsis: A concise overview of the film’s plot and main characters.
- Target Audience: Define the intended demographic for the film.
- Unique Selling Proposition (USP): Highlight distinctive elements that set the film apart.
- Budget Estimate: Provide a rough estimate of the budget required for production.
- Talent and Crew: Information on Director, key cast, and crew members, emphasizing their experience and relevance.
- Market Analysis: Insight into the potential market for the film, including comparable successful projects.
- Timeline: Provide a realistic timeline for pre-production, production, and post-production phases.
- Visual Materials: Include visuals such as concept art, video, or a mood board to convey the film’s visual style and tone.
For more information, one can visit BVFF website or contact the festival organizers at bvff@tattvacreations.com.
