NDR, MOIN Filmförderung Hamburg Schleswig-Holstein and nordmedia - Film- und Mediengesellschaft Niedersachsen/Bremen are jointly supporting up-and-coming films from northern Germany. 1.15 million euros are available for bold, fresh and unusual debut films. Three projects are selected each year - maybe yours is one of them!
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Your first or second feature film: original, visually powerful and emotional
Your own signature: We are looking for visionaries with a down-to-earth approach
Diversity and sustainability: Diversity and green storytelling & shooting are standards for us.
North German setting: Show us characters, places and stories that characterise the North.
REQUIREMENTS:
At least two of the talents from directing, scriptwriting or production should come from or be based in Lower Saxony, Schleswig-Holstein or Hamburg. The regional effect guidelines of MOIN and nordmedia apply.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Your premiere: A cinema/festival release is possible before the TV broadcast.
Your broadcasting slot: NDR gives your film a big stage: NDR television and ARD media library.
Support from industry professionals and integration into a strong network.
HOW TO APPLY:
The application phase was open until 15 May 2025. We keep you updated here when the new application phase starts.
What are the Nordlichter?
In 2014, nordmedia - Film- und Mediengesellschaft Niedersachsen/Bremen, MOIN Film Fund Hamburg Schleswig-Holstein and Norddeutscher Rundfunk (NDR) launched a joint funding programme for up-and-coming filmmakers under the title "Nordlichter" and have been supporting the selected projects ever since.
