The prize

The finalists’ weekend

As a top 10 finalist, you will meet and have lunch with the judges. Then you will have the chance to talk to them individually at length about the strengths and weaknesses of your idea. After that, you’ll get the chance to go away and hone your pitch based on the conversation, before coming back to do a final pitch.

The apprenticeship

Your apprenticeship will be with industry professionals including script writers, producers, directors, actors, camera operators or directors of photography and post-production experts. During this time, you will be mentored and given advice on how best to turn your pitch into a short film.

The film

You will get to make a short film based on your pitch. The production and technical support you will receive has an estimated cash value in excess of £20,000. 

The Hollywood experience

You, a member of your team, or a friend or family member will be flown to Hollywood in April 2010 for a week. During this trip you will have a private meeting with Producer Ralph Winter (X-Men, Fantastic Four) who will watch and give feedback on your film. You will also get to meet other industry professionals. During your stay, there will be free time to see the sights and sounds of Hollywood. We’ll also give you a total of $500 spending money.

The future

Your film will be entered into at least one film festival to be decided by The Pitch team. This will give additional exposure to your film and provide you with the opportunity to network with other film makers.