Hubert Bals Fund
The Hubert Bals Fund supports groundbreaking film projects in every stage of the production process, working especially with filmmakers from countries where local film funding and infrastructure is lacking or restrictive.
The fund closely collaborates with IFFR’s other industry activities, which include talent development and the co-production market CineMart.
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Hubert Bals Fund at IFFR 2025
As we gear up towards another edition of IFFR, we invite you to explore how the Hubert Bals Fund remains true to its mission of representing cinema in all its forms, discovering and supporting new talent, and reminding us of the power of human solidarity. Explore the activities of IFFR’s film fund across the IFFR 2025 and IFFR Pro programmes.
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Funding schemes
Find out about the different support schemes offered by the HBF.
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Practical info and deadlines
Plan your application to one of the HBF's support schemes.
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Frequently asked questions
Find all the answers to your questions about the HBF.
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The HBF provides support to filmmakers from countries as specified in its list of eligible countries. Check the list below to see if your project is eligible.
About the Hubert Bals Fund
Read more about the history of the Hubert Bals Fund, critically acclaimed HBF-supported films and the impact of Hubert Bals Fund-support.
Contact the team
– Tamara Tatishvili, Head of the Hubert Bals Fund
– Jeske van der Slikke, Hubert Bals Fund Manager
– Ayumi Rosa Filippone, Hubert Bals Fund Coordinator
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