DaVinci LaunchPad®: Where Ideas Take Flight and Movies Get Made!

Presented by the DaVinci International Film Festival, DaVinci LaunchPad is an exclusive, closed-door pitch session designed to connect filmmakers directly with Hollywood's decision-makers. It's an unparalleled opportunity to showcase your feature film or TV series concept and propel your project forward.

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LaunchPad offers independent filmmakers a unique platform to present their proof of concept – a completed teaser, trailer, or short film (<10 minutes TRT) – to a select group of industry professionals. These include producers, financiers, development executives, and studio representatives. Your project will be privately screened on a massive 60-foot screen at the prestigious AMC Theaters, The Grove in Los Angeles.

The Pitch: Lights, Camera, Launch!

This isn't just a screening; it's a pitch meeting on steroids. You'll introduce your project and hand out a treatment before your proof of concept explodes onto the giant screen, captivating executives with your vision. Following the screening, you'll engage in a focused Q&A, discussing creative choices, target audience, budget, and long-term plans. This is your chance to articulate your vision, defend your choices, and demonstrate your understanding of the market.

After your presentation, executives will individually evaluate your project's potential. If there's a strong fit, they'll contact you directly with an opportunity to move your project into production.

Why Participate?

• Direct Access: Pitch directly to key decision-makers who can green-light, finance, and develop your project.
• Unparalleled Exposure: Showcase your work on 60-foot screen at AMC Theaters, The Grove. Offering a fully immersive experience for the viewer!
• Targeted Audience: Connect with executives actively seeking promising new projects.
• Expert Feedback: Receive invaluable guidance from seasoned industry professionals.
• Launch Your Career: Propel your project from concept to reality.

Who Should Apply?

Filmmakers with compelling completed teasers, trailers, or ultra-short films (under 5 minutes) that serve as a proof of concept for a feature film or TV series are encouraged to apply. All genres are welcome.

Please note: The DaVinci LaunchPad is a highly competitive program. We select only a limited number of film and TV projects each year. To be considered, ensure your submission is polished and complete.

Awards & Prizes

This program offers the invaluable opportunity to present yourself and your film project directly to Hollywood executives, potentially leading to an option or deal on the spot that could be life-changing for your career.

Rules & Terms

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This is a live event that requires a representative to be in Los Angeles for presentation.

Completed teaser, trailer, or short (<10m TRT)*

Narrative, Documentary, Animation, Unscripted TV showing the potential for bigger story development (feature or TV series)

Screening File: If selected, a DCP file is required for showcase.

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Do not send any film files or confidential information directly via email to DaVinci. We will not be held accountable for any information, intellectual property, or files shared in this manner.

Please do not inquire if we’ve received all your FilmFreeway submission. If something is missing or we can’t access your film file link, we’ll reach out to you.

Upon review, if your project is selected as a Finalist, we will ask for additional material to be submitted to support your pitch at DaVinci LaunchPad. This will include a pitch deck, one sheet, and treatment (limit 2 pages for treatment).

Submitting your project does not guarantee selection for the program. If your project is not selected, all associated files and links will be deleted from our systems.

By submitting on FilmFreeway you acknowledge and understand that DaVinci International Film Festival, its managers, agents, and representatives are not responsible for any lost, stolen, or unsecured intellectual property or confidential information shared.

*Important Note: While we welcome proof of concepts up to 10 minutes in total running time (TRT), you will have a total of 15 minutes for your entire presentation. This includes your introduction, verbal setup, and a Q&A session. Please time your materials accordingly to ensure a well-rounded and impactful pitch.