The Hundred Film Fund
Funding one hundred films
for a new era of media.
The Hundred Film Fund is an open call to creative professionals who have AI-augmented film projects in the pre- or post-production phases that are in need of funding.
The Hundred Film Fund
We believe that the best stories are yet to be told, but that traditional funding mechanisms often overlook new and emerging visions within the larger industry ecosystem.
The Hundred Film Fund sets out to change that by helping to fund and produce one hundred films which are making use of AI to tell their stories.
The Hundred Film Fund sets out to change that by helping to fund and produce one hundred films which are making use of AI to tell their stories.
If you are a professional director, producer, screenwriter or creative professional looking to tell new stories with an AI-augmented project in need of funding, we invite you to apply.
Funding grants range from $5K to $1M+ alongside up to $2M in Runway credits.
Funding grants range from $5K to $1M+ alongside up to $2M in Runway credits.
The fund
The Hundred Film Fund was established by Runway and Runway Studios to ensure that the next era of media will be shaped in close collaboration with artists and storytellers. The fund currently sits at $5M with the potential to grow to $10M. Additionally, the fund will allocate $2M in Runway credits across projects.
Who is eligible
In order to apply for funding you must be:
- Already working on a film project that utilizes Runway throughout the production pipeline.
- All formats of film are eligible including features, shorts, documentaries, experimental projects, music videos and more.
- Be in need of additional funding to complete the project.
Advisory Panel
Comprised of prominent members of the industry, the advisory panel will help amplify projects,
offer advice and co-produce select projects.
offer advice and co-produce select projects.
Jane Rosenthal
Producer and Founder, Tribeca Festival
Producer and film executive known for About a Boy, The Irishman and founding the Tribeca Festival.
Christina Lee Storm
Creative Producer, Governor of Television Academy's EMPG
Creative producer and entertainment executive experienced in bringing emerging technologies into film and television production.
Stefan Sonnenfeld
Founder, Senior Colorist, Company 3
Founder and CEO of globally renowned and award-winning color and post house, Company 3.
will.i.am
Artist, Actor and Producer
Founding member of the Black Eyed Peas and entertainment entrepreneur.
Joel Kuwahara
Co-Founder, Bento Box Entertainment
Producer and production manager known for Bob's Burgers, The Simpsons Movie and The Simpsons.
More members to be announced in the coming weeks.
Submitting to The Hundred Film Fund
News
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