Applications open for the Post-Production Fund

The Post-Production Fund from the Purin Foundation provides in-kind post-production services for feature-length Southeast Asian fiction, animation, and documentary films. Delivered in partnership with White Light Studio, the fund offers services valued at USD 50,000 (fiction/animation) and USD 35,000 (documentary). Support is provided entirely as professional studio services in Bangkok, with no cash component and no entry fee.

Overview

The Post-Production Fund supports feature-length Southeast Asian films that are already in production and entering the post-production phase.

The program provides structured, high-value technical finishing services rather than direct financial grants.

The fund prioritizes:

• Feature-length films exceeding 60 minutes
• Under-represented voices in Southeast Asian cinema
• Female filmmakers (at least one supported per session)

Applications are accepted twice yearly in Spring and Fall.

Funding Structure and Value

Type of Support

• 100% in-kind post-production services
• No cash component
• No application fee
• Non-transferable services

Service Value

• USD 50,000 for fiction and animation projects
• USD 35,000 for documentary projects

All services must be completed at White Light Studio in Bangkok.

What the Post-Production Package Includes

The package provides professional finishing services typically required for festival and distribution readiness.

Included Services:

• Post-production coordination
• Color correction
• Final 5.1 sound mix
• Sound effects editing
• Foley
• Subtitle spotting
• Output to ProRes 4:2:2
• DCP (Copy A)

Structured Schedule:

• Approximately 45 days total
• Filmmaker must be present in Bangkok for the final 15 days
• Earlier technical stages proceed without mandatory physical presence

Costs Not Covered

The following expenses are excluded:

• Hard drives
• Additional delivery formats
• Sound design
• ADR (Automated Dialogue Replacement)
• Music score
• Courier services
• Travel and accommodation

Applicants should budget separately for these costs.

Who Is Eligible?

Project Eligibility

• Feature-length fiction, animation, or documentary films
• Minimum length: More than 60 minutes
• Must already be in production
• Must provide at least a 30-minute rough cut at time of application

Short films are not eligible.

Projects previously rejected under this post-production category cannot reapply.

Director Eligibility

• Must be a citizen of a Southeast Asian country
• Must have completed at least:
– One feature film, or
– Two short films
• Animation directors may apply with one completed short film

Production Company Requirement

• Primary production company must be registered in a Southeast Asian country

Why This Fund Matters

1. Enhances Technical Quality
   Professional color grading and 5.1 sound mixing improve festival competitiveness and distribution readiness.

2. Reduces Financial Barriers
   High-cost finishing services are provided without cash expense to filmmakers.

3. Supports Regional Talent
   Dedicated priority for under-represented voices strengthens diversity in Southeast Asian cinema.

4. Provides Structured Workflow
   A 45-day coordinated schedule ensures industry-standard post-production completion.

Application Process

Applications are:

• Submitted in English
• Submitted online
• Accepted twice yearly (Spring and Fall sessions)

Each session follows fixed opening dates, deadlines, and decision timelines.

Required Application Materials

Applicants must provide:

• Latest edit of the film (minimum 30-minute rough cut)
• Script (if applicable)
• Creative materials
• Financial and production details
• Director’s previous work
• Production company documentation

By applying, filmmakers acknowledge:

• Materials will be reviewed by an international committee
• Final decisions are at the discretion of Purin Film Fund
• The fund retains no rights to the completed film beyond credit requirements

Selection Process

The review process lasts approximately two months.

Primary Evaluation Criterion:

• Strength and quality of the latest edit of the film

Secondary Considerations:

• Script (if full edit not available)
• Director’s track record
• Supporting creative materials
• Financial and production readiness

Additional materials may be requested if necessary.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Submitting a Short Film
   Only films exceeding 60 minutes qualify.

2. Applying Without a Rough Cut
   A minimum 30-minute rough cut is mandatory.

3. Underestimating Uncovered Costs
   Travel, accommodation, and additional post-production expenses are not included.

4. Missing Physical Presence Requirement
   Filmmakers must attend the final 15 days in Bangkok.

5. Attempting to Reapply After Rejection
   Previously rejected projects under this category cannot reapply.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is the funding provided as cash?

No. The fund provides in-kind post-production services only.

2. How much is the support worth?

USD 50,000 for fiction/animation projects and USD 35,000 for documentary projects.

3. Can short films apply?

No. Only feature-length films exceeding 60 minutes are eligible.

4. Do filmmakers need to travel to Bangkok?

Yes. Filmmakers must be physically present in Bangkok for the final 15 days of post-production.

5. What technical deliverables are included?

Color correction, 5.1 sound mix, Foley, subtitle spotting, ProRes 4:2:2 output, and DCP (Copy A).

6. Can previously rejected projects reapply?

No. Projects not selected under this category are not eligible to reapply.

7. How long is the selection process?

Approximately two months after the submission deadline.

Conclusion

The Purin Foundation Post-Production Fund provides high-value, professional finishing services to feature-length Southeast Asian films entering final production stages. By covering essential color grading and sound mixing through White Light Studio in Bangkok, the fund strengthens the technical quality and international competitiveness of regional cinema.

Eligible filmmakers with strong rough cuts and production-ready projects should apply during the Spring or Fall sessions to access this structured, industry-grade post-production support.