Funding for small films

BFI

The British Film Institution is a charity governed by a royal charter. They aim to nurture and invest in UK filmmakers, discover and develop new talent, support the production of a wide range of films and support UK distributors to ensure the best British films are seen by a wide range ofaudiences. The reason they fund films is to supportthe British cinema.

Film Studios

Film studios such as ‘Paramount Pictures’ fund blockbuster films as they feature hugely famous and established actors and directors. They fund films that they think will be successful and could potentially have a sequel in order to make the most money possible. This fits in with their motives as they wish to keep the audience entertained. They fund films that include the genres thriller, action, rom-coms and comedies. They also distribute films.

Banks

The banks can fund low budget films. The film organisation can ask for a loan and as it is small they can pay it back as well as get a profit.

Local Councils

The council can fund small films that are in the local area. They believe that by doing this, the town will become more popular and will get more money.

Competitions

Competitions are used to fund films by advertising big prizes that are popular at that current time. This will attract a big audience which means that the film organisation will make money. This will also advertise the film before it is released, making people want to go and see it.