EDFF | Finansiering

The Eastern Denmark Film Fund supports

Feature films
Documentary films
TV series and serial formats (e.g. micro-drama /vertical formats)
Short films
International minority co-productions

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Priority is given to projects that:

Are creatively and/or production-wise anchored in Eastern Denmark
Contribute to new storytelling formats and talent development
Engage relevant audiences, including children and young people
Have the potential for national and international reach

At least 25% of funding is allocated to projects aimed at children and young audiences.

Munkerup © Mark Wengler

‍Der gives prioritet til projekter, der:
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Er kreativt og/eller produktionsmæssigt forankret i medlemskommunerne
Målbar økonomisk effekt på medlemskommunerne, samt Østdanmark
Bidrager til nye fortælinger, formater og
talentudvikling
Engagerer relevante målgrupper, herunder børn og unge
Har potentiale for national og international succes

Produktions- og udviklingsstøtte
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Der kan ydes både produktions- og udviklingsstøtte.
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I indeværende år fokuseres der hovedsagligt på produktion, grundet øget pres på produktionsfinansiering.

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Udvikling vil blive prioriteret til allerede DFI-støttede projekter og/eller projekter, der potentielt kan gå i produktion inden udgangen af Filmforliget i 2027.

HOW TO APPLY

Drøsselbjerg beach pier Zealand © Christoffer Anias Sandager

Applications must be completed using the official application form and sent via email to submissions@edff.dk
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Before applying, applicants are encouraged to contact the fund for an initial assessment of project eligibility and alignment.

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‍The application process consists of four steps:

Application submission
Administrative screening
Artistic and strategic assessment
Board decision

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Decisions are typically made within four weeks after the application deadline.

Ansøgningen baserer sig på samme bilagsmateriale som der skal til i en ansøgning til Filminstituttet, men skal som minimum indeholde følgende separate dokumenter:

EDFF Facts Sheet
Manuskript
Budget
Finansieringsplan med status på de enkelte tilskud
Opgørelse over forventet forbrug i medlemskommunerne
Castliste
Holdliste inkl. markering af crew fra medlemskommunerne
Locationliste / liste over forventede locations hvis ikke fastsat pt.
Distributionsplan (ellers planer/tanker for distributionen)

Alle bilag skal navngives som anført på listen, eksempelvis ''Finansieringsplan'', ''Holdliste'' osv.
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Derudover kan der vedlægges:

Pitch deck
Mood board
Andre dokumenter

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Download form Dokumenter Contact us

Copenhagen winter bathing © Emily Wilson

KEY DATES

First application deadline: July 2, 2026

‍First funding decision:

‍mid-August 2026

The fund typically operates with
‍three application rounds per year.

Winter Round

Deadline: early January
Decision: early February

Spring Round

Deadline: mid April
Decision: mid MayDeadline: mid-April
Decision: mid-MayDeadline: early April
Decision: early May

Fall Round

Deadline: end of September
Decision: end of October

WHO CAN APPLY?

Danish production companies based in or collaborating with a co-producer in Eastern Denmark.

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Applicants must demonstrate professional experience, capacity to realise the project and a viable financing and production plan.

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For international minority co-productions, the main producer must be international, and Danish creative and/or technical participation is required. Applications must be submitted by the Danish co-producer.

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APPLICATION CRITERIA

Superkilen Copenhagen © Sophia Bergholm

Projects are evaluated based on:

Artistic quality and originality
Relevance for audiences and cultural value
Contribution to the development of the audiovisual sector in Eastern Denmark
Degree of regional anchoring (creative and/or production)
Feasibility (financial and production-wise)

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Additional considerations include:

Innovation in format, storytelling, or distribution
Collaboration across disciplines
Collaboration across partners
Talent development
Funding is granted for projects with a clear filmic foundation. Purely commercial content (e.g. advertising or corporate productions) is not eligible.

FUNDING TERMS

Funding is granted in accordance with public cultural funding regulations.

Key principles include:

Projects must serve a cultural and artistic purpose
Funding cannot be used for purely commercial activities
Recoupment conditions may apply in case of commercial success

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All supported projects must comply with the fund’s terms regarding:

Regional anchoring
Financial reporting
Credit and visibility

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Eastern Denmark Film Fund?

A regional film fund that supports film, TV, and new media productions in Eastern Denmark.

Who can apply for film funding from the Eastern Denmark Film Fund?

Producers, co-producers, and production service companies working with professional audiovisual productions based in Denmark.

What types of productions can receive funding?

Feature films, TV series, documentaries, animation, short films, and other audiovisual productions.

Can I finance my film solely through the Eastern Denmark Film Fund?

No, the Eastern Denmark Film Fund primarily acts as a "top-financier" in the overall funding.

How long does the evaluation process take?

Typically around four weeks after the application deadline.

What happens after approval?

A grant agreement is issued, specifying the terms and payment schedule.

The Eastern Denmark Film Fund provides funding to professional high-quality film, television and new media productions that generate measurable cultural and economic impact in the region.