Stiftung Kuratorium junger deutscher Film
About the funder
The Kuratorium junger deutscher Film is a public foundation under civil law based in Wiesbaden, jointly supported by all 16 federal states. As the oldest and only cross-state film funding institution in Germany, it has been committed to promoting emerging film artists for over 60 years. Talents in the fields of talent film and children’s film are supported—from script development through project development to production. Approximately 400 applications are reviewed annually by independent selection committees; successful projects receive dramaturgical support and organizational assistance. The Kuratorium is regarded as a seal of quality within the industry and has supported, among others, Werner Herzog, Wim Wenders, and Tom Tykwer.
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Mission & Vision
The foundation aims to sustainably strengthen the artistic quality and diversity of German film by supporting young filmmakers and providing them with expert guidance. It serves as a central contact point for innovative emerging projects and creates conditions in which young talents can creatively develop.
Target groups
The target group of the funding programs are emerging filmmakers in the German-speaking region – individuals such as screenwriters, directors, and producers, as well as film teams – who wish to realize film projects in the areas of talent film and children's film at all stages of development and production. Films of all genres that contribute to the cultural diversity and quality of the German film landscape are supported.