CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS

CALL FOR WORKS IN PROGRESS

 Producer Siri Hjorton Wagner presenting THE HOME as her Work in Progress at New Nordic Films 2024. (Photo: Grethe Nygaard)

Call for submissions to Works in Progress 

Works in Progress showcases the best upcoming Nordic feature films in production or post-production. The event takes place during New Nordic Films in Haugesund. In the audience, you'll find festival programmers, sales agents, distributors, and other film professionals.

PLACE: Edda Cinema, TIME: Thursday, August 21, 2025.

Read more here. 

Eligible applicants

All production companies based in the Nordic countries or co-producing with the Nordic countries are eligible to apply.

Project criteria:

• Full-length feature film
• Suitable for international circulation
• In post-production or currently shooting
• Produced or co-produced in a Nordic country

Project submission must contain:

• Completed online submission form 
• Treatment or synopsis of the film
  
• Link to film clips
  
• Link to trailer/teaser (if available)

Selected WIP-projects will receive: 

• Opportunity to present WIP amongst leading industry figures and fellow filmmakers

• Description of the film and the filmmakers in New Nordic Films' catalog and website
• Exclusive one-on-one meetings with sales agents, distributors, and festivals

• Complimentary accreditation for New Nordic Films and The Norwegian International Film Festival Haugesund. Admission to all social events and gatherings at New Nordic Films.

• Accommodation and breakfast for 2 nights during New Nordic Films for one person (producer or director)