Göteborg, Sweden – Film Finances Scandinavia (FFS), a leading film finance and production company, has announced the launch of a new development award in partnership with the Göteborg Film Festival’s Nordic Film Market. This exclusive award, titled the “FFS Development Award,” will be presented to a promising Nordic film project during the 2023 market.

The award will provide the winning project with a significant boost, offering a €10,000 grant, along with expert guidance and mentorship from FFS’s team of experienced film professionals. The award will also offer the project valuable networking opportunities, connecting them with potential investors, distributors, and collaborators within the Nordic film industry.

“We are delighted to partner with the Göteborg Film Festival to offer this exciting opportunity to emerging Nordic filmmakers,” said [Name], CEO of FFS. “We believe in the power of collaborative filmmaking and are committed to supporting the next generation of talent.”

The award will be open to projects in all genres and formats, with a particular focus on high-quality storytelling and commercial potential. Applications will be open in the coming weeks, with the winner announced at the Nordic Film Market in January 2023.

The addition of this new award strengthens the already impressive lineup of development opportunities offered at the Nordic Film Market, which is renowned for its commitment to supporting and showcasing new and emerging talent.