Organizer Information
Momo Distribution Grant is a film support initiative aimed at nurturing emerging Southeast Asian filmmaking talent. The program focuses on assisting directors of Southeast Asian descent to complete and distribute short films that have not yet premiered. By providing financial backing and strategic support, the Grant strengthens regional film cultures and promotes Southeast Asian cinema on international stages.
Title & Description
Momo Distribution Grant – Short Film Support for Southeast Asian Filmmakers
The Momo Distribution Grant is an annual support opportunity for emerging Southeast Asian directors who have completed a short film that has never been publicly screened. The Grant provides cash and strategic distribution support to help the selected film world‑premiere within eight months of the award. Open to projects across all genres — including drama, experimental, documentary, and animation — this initiative encourages a strong festival and distribution strategy to bring regional cinema to global audiences.
Categories
- Film
- Video/Film
- Multimedia
Eligibility
- The director must be of Southeast Asian descent and a citizen.
- The director must have directed a previous short film but must not have directed a feature film.
- Open only to non‑students (full‑time students are ineligible).
- Film must be produced in Southeast Asia (Cambodia, East Timor, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Brunei, Singapore, Thailand, or Vietnam).
- Submitted films must have a complete cut + English subtitles and not have been screened prior to application.
- Film length must not exceed 30 minutes.
Program Benefits & Awards
- SG$1,000 distribution support (cash grant; non‑transferable).
- Requirement to world premiere the film within 8 months of the award date.
- Opportunity to have the short film supported with strategic distribution planning.
- Recipients will be invited to present feature film proposals to the Donor for potential investment consideration.
- Selected films will display the Momo Distribution Grant support logos in the final completed film.
- Only five films will be selected (all decisions final).
Application Fee
None
Application Requirements
- Project information.
- Director’s biography and filmography (with links to previous films).
- Producer’s biography and filmography.
- One‑page synopsis.
- Director’s statement (max. one page).
- Shooting script.
- Audience design plan/film festival strategy (max. two pages).
- Distribution budget.
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 13 March 2026
Location
Singapore
Additional Details
- All genres accepted: drama, animation, documentary, experimental, etc.
- Only five films will be selected for the Grant.
- Ownership of the films produced under this Grant remains solely with the applicant.
- Recipients must provide two tickets to the world premiere screening for the Donor.
- English subtitles are required at the time of application.