Göteborg Film Festival announces a new residency for Ukrainian filmmakers

Applications are now open for the 4th Göteborg Film Fund’s residency for Ukrainian filmmakers, which will take place in August and September 2024.

This year’s residency will welcome three filmmakers for a two-month residency in Göteborg. The selected candidates will be provided with individual coaching and networking opportunities with the Swedish film industry.

Who can apply?

The residency is open to Ukrainian directors and screenwriters.

What kind of projects?

The filmmakers can apply with projects of feature fiction films or feature documentary films, at any stage of production.

What is included in the residency?

• Two-month stay in Göteborg, with apartment and per diem (SEK 10,000/month)
• Travel costs to and from Göteborg
• Workspace at Göteborg Film Festival’s office
• Networking opportunities with the local film industry
• Individual coaching

How to apply?

Filmmakers who wish to apply should send a short description of the project they wish to work with during the residency, a CV and a personal letter

The deadline to apply is April 15th at 24:00 C.E.T.