The Macau Cultural Centre is launching a fresh round of its Local View Power (LVP) programme, which calls for local directors to present new cinematic projects with inspiration on the city’s socio-economic realities.
The latest edition of the programme, which has a commission budget at1.32 million patacas granted to contenders in three categories, will have a production period of 16 months before the premiere screenings.
Commissioning up to 14 projects, the contest is aimed at candidates in three experience levels, which are “Advanced”, “Open” and “Freshmen”.
Candidates will be assessed by a panel of accredited audio-visual professionals in “Documentary”, “Short Feature” and “Animation”categories.
Since 2007, LVP has been boosting new local film visions, challenging both emerging and established filmmakers.
The last 13 editions have sprouted nearly 600 proposals, resulting in 134 films, several of which have been awarded overseas, attesting local filmmakers’ creative and productive drives.
All selected teams will be provided with technical and financial support for the completion of their productions, including a “mentorship scheme” devised and tutored by guest professionals.
Those who are keen to see their cinematic perspectives premiere on the silver screen may download application forms at CCM’s website. The deadline of the proposal submission is February 19.
