The MiraBan Film Pitch Fund is an exciting opportunity for bold storytellers to secure £500 in funding to support the development, production, post-production, or distribution of their film projects. Powered by MiraBan, the fund is open to short narratives, documentaries, and experimental works.

Whether you're an emerging filmmaker or an independent creative with a strong vision, this fund is designed to champion originality, cultural relevance, and creative ambition. Applications must be submitted by either the producer, director, and/or writer. 

How to Apply

We’ve kept the application process simple—no lengthy forms required.

All you need to do upload a PDF file with either:

• 500 words for short film treatment

Alternatively, if you prefer, upload a video or audio pitch (up to 2 mins in length)

📌 Gap Funding Applications (for those applying to offset any post-production cost) are encouraged to submit a link to up to 2 minutes of rushes or a scene cut. For those applying for distribution funding, please share the private link with the password for review.

Optional materials:

• Link to a sizzle reel or up to 1-minute of rushes if filming has already started

• Moodboard, Budget Breakdown, or Visual References

Pitching Event 

• Finalists will be invited to pitch live at the 7th edition of the MiraBan UK Film Awards, which will be held at Ealing Picturehouse Cinema.

• As a finalist, you will be granted free access to the MUFA, held at Ealing Picturehouse Cinema.

• On the first festival day, pitches will be delivered in front of a live audience, including the Festival Director and host whose vote will contribute to the jury’s final decision in selecting the winning pitch.

• Finalists unable to attend in person must submit a video pitch for screening at the event.

As a finalist, you will be required to bring with you:

1. A Pitch Deck (use more visuals than words to share your vision and share it in PDF format, based on a PowerPoint or similar tool):

   • Up to 5 slides for short films

   • Up to 8 slides for feature films

2. Film Script (for projects in development and production), or Rough Assembly (for projects in post-production), Final Cut (for projects apply for distribution funding)

If you’re unsure how a Pitch Deck should look like, we can send you a downloadable template.

🎬 Winner Announcement
The winning project will receive a £500 cash award, announced during the Festival Gala & Awards Ceremony.

MiraBan Film Pitch Fund

Submission Deadlines & Fees

£35 – Earlybird Deadline: 5th November 2026

£40 – Regular Deadline: 7th December 2026

£45 – Final Deadline: 7th February 2027

Shortlist Announced: 11th February 2027

Live Event: 27th February 2027