CALL FOR DOCUMENTARY PROJECTS: CELEBRATION OF 60TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE WOMEN'S MARCH
Background:
On the 9th of August 1956, an estimated crowd of 20,000 women of different races marched on Union Buildings in Pretoria to deliver petitions to the then-Prime Minister, JG Strijdom, against the carrying of passes by women.1 The Prime Minister was not present to receive the petitions and it took another 30 years before the pass laws were repealed.
On the attainment of democracy in 1994, that historic day was declared National Womens' Day and has been celebrated and this year sees the 60th anniversary of the turning point in the role of women in the struggle against apartheid.
wathint abafazi, wathint imbokodo
The National Film and Video Foundation will commemorate this event with a call to female filmmakers for the production of two documentary films that speak to this event, what it meant to the country at the time and what it has meant for the role of women in the new South Africa.
Terms of Reference:
The call seeks to award R750 000 funding each to two production companies to produce one documentary each in keeping with the theme of the celebration.
The films will offer a unique and balanced view of the historic event and its impact in today's South Africa.
The films that are produced out of this initiative will meet the NFVF's requirements for content that informs, educates, entertains and offers unique perspectives of South Africa's realities utilizing engaging characters and exploring original points of view.
Reference:
Steenkamp, C. The 1956 Womens'March to the Union Buildings. Retrieved from http://showme.co.za/pretoria/tourism/tourist-attractions/the-1956-womens-march-to-the-union-buildings/
Theme:
The proposals submitted should offer a unique vision of the events of the 1956 Women's' March and what the event means in South Africa in the modern day.
The panel will be on the lookout for
Concepts with a strong and clear premise;
Concepts that aim for objectivity, while still presenting a clear point of view;
Fresh and quirky takes on the theme; and
Concepts that can be delivered by 30th June 2016
Eligibility
In order for a production company to be considered for this opportunity, the applicant must meet the following requirements:
South African citizens or permanent residents
Producer demonstrates some knowledge with packaging and marketing of documentary films.
Producer and Production Company to have clean industry record.
Production Company should have completed at least 3 (three) documentary films which have been broadcast on television or exhibited in a festival.
Production Company to be at least 51% owned and managed by applicant preferably PDI
BEE Compliant
Selection Criteria for Projects
A strong written concept for a stand-alone film with a clearly thought out premise or controlling idea that would allow it to be packaged with the other 3 projects with the theme of 60th Anniversary of the Women's March.
The length of the film should be for a television hour.
The films must have completed development or be in early stages of pre-production in order to meet deadline for August screenings.
Knowledge of target audience.
Distribution potential.
Solid production budget experience.
The producer must demonstrate a plan to complete and deliver the project by 30th June 2016.
Applications
All applications should have subject title WOMEN'S MARCH: 60 YEAR ANNIVERSARY and emailed to refiloeh@nfvf.co.za
Applications must include:
1 page synopsis
Visual Treatment
Detailed outline
Character bible
Consent forms
Resumes for key creative team
Budget
Proposed production schedule
Original tax clearance certificate
Certified copy of identity document
Company registration documents
Closing Date: 26 February, 2016
For more information contact: Thandeka Zwana on thandekaz@nfvf.co.za or call 011 483 0880
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CALL FOR DOCUMENTARY PROJECTS: CELEBRATION OF 60TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE WOMEN'S MARCH
