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Commonwealth Shorts

The Commonwealth Foundation is inviting filmmakers from across the Commonwealth to submit an idea for a short film about relationships. Individual filmmakers or collectives should submit a proposal which explores the theme of love in its broadest sense, whether inter-racial, inter-generational or within and between the sexes. The theme should be relevant to the filmmaker and their community.

We’re looking for original, bold and authentic films in any genre which entertain as well as stimulate and encourage debate both locally and globally.

The call for entries has now closed.

All enquiries should be sent to e.dcosta@commonwealth.int 

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Film in the Commonwealth

Films are not just sources of entertainment. They offer us a means to find out about other cultures. They tell human stories, are accessible and can communicate important social and developmental messages. They reach people who cannot read or are otherwise marginalised in ways that other forms of communication cannot.

In 2008, we undertook research on the health of cultural industries across the Commonwealth, and identified film as the sector requiring urgent support. Our 2009 report, The Bigger Picture: a way forward for film in the Commonwealth sets out our agenda for increased support.
 

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