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How do I write an effective logline?

Apr 15, 2019

Your logline should be a brief (1-2 sentences) summary of your film. It should state the central conflict, a synopsis of the plot, and an emotional hook. A good logline should provoke the viewer’s curiosity. (For more tips, here’s a great article on crafting loglines.)

2

Is it necessary to apply using your Submission form?

Jul 19, 2016

The only fair way to evaluate these proposals is to use a structured proposal checklist, which is what most other funds also require. This is designed to encompass the key issues involving your film’s request: how it meets the mission of the fund; how it will be financed; what its audience engagement plans are; who […]

3

Can I contact you directly about my project?

Jul 19, 2016

You may contact us if you have  a specific question regarding our fund.  Please do not contact us with general questions regarding the suitability of your project. We ask you to go  through the application process.

4

When is the best time to submit?

Jul 19, 2016

Do not wait until the last minute to submit your project — you will get more attention if you apply earlier. Avoid the last minute rush, get a better ‘read’ — Approximately 40% of our Open Call applications are submitted on the last day.

5

Where can I find additional answers to questions? Can I call or Skype with you to discuss my film?

Feb 24, 2016

No. Unfortunately, we are unable to respond to inquiries via telephone or Skype. If you have read our FAQ and you still have specific questions, please email info@rogovy.org and we will try to answer them.

6

May I ask you to review an element of my proposal before I apply? For example, my website, synopsis, visual sample, etc?

Feb 24, 2016

No. We only review complete proposals submitted through our Submittable platform.

7

Can I submit more than one proposal per cycle?

Feb 24, 2016

Yes, you can submit more than one proposal in the same round as long as they are for separate projects.

8

My project is finished. Can I apply for funding to pay for film transfers or reimburse debt?

Feb 24, 2016

No. The Miller / Packan Fund is only set up to assist with the production of a project. If your project is completed, we would hope you can repay debt or handle unpaid bills from distribution arrangements or other sources of funding.

9

Is there an application fee to apply?

Feb 24, 2016

No. It is free to apply.

10

At what point in my project should I apply?

Feb 24, 2016

Submit your film only when you have written or visual material that demonstrates your storytelling intent. You may submit at any stage from advanced development through post-production. All proposals must convey a vision for a finished film. Projects that have not yet secured characters or subjects, are unable to articulate a story structure, or unable […]

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