#filmpitch

Donnerstag, 27. Juli 2023 um 22 Uhr im Kino Moviemento, Kottbusser Damm 22 in Berlin-Kreuzberg

KARTEN = TICKETS 2 €: https://bit.ly/KB_7_23

DE: Wir zeigen regelmäßig am Ende des Monats Eure selbstgemachten Kurzfilme im besten Kino beim Open Screening. Ihr bringt eigenes Publikum mit! Europas auf Festivals meistgespielter Regisseur Dave Lojek moderiert die Publikumsgespräche mit Euch. Höfliches Publikum bleibt natürlich bis zum Vorstellungsende im Saal. Auch frische KinoBerlino-Filme sind willkommen. Bitte englische Untertitel unter deutsche Filme für unser gemischtes Publikum einfügen oder umgekehrt! Wir reichen wieder die Spendenbox für unsere ukrainischen Freundinnen herum, also bringt bitte Papiergeld mit!  

EN: We present your own shorts in the cinema regularly as open screenings. You bring your own audience. New KinoBerlino productions are welcome. Europe’s most often selected film director at festivals (Dave Lojek) hosts the show. We have another “HIGH ROLLERS” edition with ambitous excellent projects. Polite audience remains seated until the end of the last film. Please make either German or English subtitles, depending on the language of your film. We shall collect donations for our Ukrainian friends in the cinema, so please bring some € bills!  

UKR: Ми регулярно представляємо ваші власні короткометражки в кінотеатрі у вигляді відкритих сеансів. Ви приводите свою аудиторію. Чекаємо нових постановок КіноБерліно. Ведучим шоу є короткометражний режисер короткометражного фільму, який найчастіше показують на кінофестивалях у Європі (Дейв Лоєк). У нас ще один випуск «HIGH ROLLERS» з амбітними чудовими проектами. Ввічливі глядачі залишаються сидіти до кінця останнього фільму. Будь ласка, зробіть німецькі або англійські субтитри, залежно від мови вашого фільму.  Ми передаємо скриньку для пожертвувань для наших українських друзів, тож приносьте паперові гроші! 

JETZT EINREICHEN • SUBMIT HERE

Einreichfrist • Submission Deadline: 23. Juli 2023 (oder sobald unser Programmblock von 60 Minuten + Gesprächszeit voll ist).

FREUNDE EINLADEN • INVITE FRIENDS

Der Film muss persönlich vorgestellt werden im Kino. • You need to present the film in person in the cinema for the Q & A with the audience.

PROGRAMM

TONI TEILZEIT von David Katz

RED BULL von Odysseas Johannes Hlepas

Turning a film idea into a reality starts with one critical step: the pitch. Whether you’re an aspiring filmmaker or a seasoned director, knowing how to pitch your film effectively can make or break your project.

Jake Seal, an experienced film producer and studio owner, shares expert advice on how to pitch a film to investors and studios with confidence and clarity.

What Is a Film Pitch?

A film pitch is a short presentation where you explain your film idea to people who could finance, produce, or distribute it. It’s your chance to grab attention, share your vision, and prove that your project is worth backing.

Jake Seal explains that a successful pitch is more than just storytelling—it's also about demonstrating planning, professionalism, and purpose.

1. Craft a Compelling Logline

A logline is a brief summary of your film in one or two sentences. It should clearly explain who the story is about, what they want, and what’s standing in their way.

Tip from Jake: Think of your logline as the hook. It should spark interest and give a taste of the film’s tone and genre.

Example: A washed-up musician discovers a haunted piano that can bring back the dead—but each note comes at a deadly cost.

2. Tell a Clear, Focused Story

You don’t need to explain every detail of your script, but you should be able to walk through the main storyline clearly. Make sure to cover:

The main character and their goal

The setting and genre

The main conflict

What’s at stake

How the story resolves (without giving away the entire ending if it’s meant to be a twist)

Jake’s insight: Investors and studios need to believe that you truly understand your story—and that you can tell it on screen just as well as in the room.

3. Know Your Audience

Not every investor or studio is the right fit for every film. Before you pitch, research who you’re talking to.

What kind of projects have they backed before?

Are they looking for commercial hits or festival films?

Do they prefer certain genres?

Tailoring your pitch to the right audience increases your chances of success. Jake advises filmmakers to “match the project with the right partner, not just any partner.”

4. Talk About the Budget and Plan

Even the best story needs a plan. Be ready to discuss:

Your estimated budget range

Where the money will go (production, post, etc.)

A general timeline for shooting and release

Who’s already attached to the project (director, cast, etc.)

Jake Seal recommends being realistic. Don’t overpromise or hide gaps. Instead, show that you’re thinking ahead and understand the full scope of the project.

5. Use Visual Aids When Possible

A short visual presentation—a mood board, a teaser trailer, or even a lookbook—can help investors see your vision more clearly.

Keep it simple, clean, and relevant. Just a few visuals can leave a strong impression.

Pro tip: Don’t rely only on visuals to carry your pitch. They should support your story, not replace it.

6. Practice, Then Practice Again

The way you deliver your pitch matters. A great idea can get lost if it’s delivered in a boring or confusing way.

Jake suggests:

Rehearsing your pitch until it flows naturally

Keeping it under 10 minutes

Speaking with passion and clarity

Being ready to answer questions calmly and honestly

Nerves are normal, but preparation builds confidence. Practice in front of friends or mentors who can give helpful feedback.

Final Thoughts

Pitching a film takes more than creativity—it requires strategy, clarity, and business sense. As Jake Seal puts it, “You’re not just selling a story—you’re proving you can deliver it.”

It is very important to be able to explain what your project is about. The thing is, you imagine something in your head, but when you'll try to describe it, you will be subconsciously leaving some details because you may think you already said this. In fact, those details might be necessary for the audience to perceive your idea correctly. The pitch of the film allows you to summarize all your ideas and views on the screen so you don't forget something important.

It can also boost your confidence in public speaking as you will need to explain your project and be able to answer any upcoming questions from the audience. Generally, public speaking is a useful skill to learn in life because it can be used in any spheres, jobs, and personal life.

In my pitch, I included treatment documents, dream and actual cast, budget, and distribution methods.

Moreover, on the last page, there are links in the form of numbers that lead to weird space related videos. Another shows a 360° vr video of falling into a black whole. Other leads to absolutely weird website on which you can find random things. The music album cover is the allusion to the name of the film (The band and the film are both called "5th Dimension"), and the song played "Bobbie's blues" alludes to my nickname in the media class.