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"Shark Bait" film makes an impact at MIFF's 37o South Marketplace

Australian filmmakers set to engage in Film London's Production Financing Market this October.

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"Shark Bait" project makes a significant impact at the 37o South Market of the MIFF
"Shark Bait" project makes a significant impact at the 37o South Market of the MIFF

"Shark Bait" film makes an impact at MIFF's 37o South Marketplace

In the vibrant world of cinema, several prominent figures have secured places at Film London's Production Finance Market (PFM), a renowned event that fosters connections between producers and financiers. Held annually in October as part of the BFI London Film Festival industry strand, the PFM is a hub for pitches, networking, and potential financing deals.

This year, Brian Rosen of SIXTYFOURSIXTY and Lizette Atkins of Unicorn Films are among the lucky participants, each receiving A$1,000 as part of their prize. Atkins will attend the PFM with two projects: Modern Lovers and Remember Me.

The psychological horror project, Shark Bait, has also made a splash. Written by Nick Lacey and directed by Brendan Donoghue, this character-based horror explores themes of toxic masculinity and the compulsion to dominate the wild. Shark Bait won the best pitch award at the Melbourne International Film Festival's 37o South Market and is being produced by Based Film, Salt Water House, and ScreenWest has provided development financing.

Tim Dean and JaimeePeasley were invited to participate in PFM's online financing lab in September, where they will work on the high-concept horror #Doomscroller. Richard Hyde penned the script for this project, which is set to be directed by Dean.

Meanwhile, across the globe, the Swiss cantons Geneva and Neuchatel are launching rebate schemes for filmmakers, further boosting the global filmmaking landscape.

In another exciting development, Spinners, a New Zealand-Australia co-production, is gaining traction. John Sheedy is directing this project, with Eliza Scanlen set to star. The story is based on Anthony McCarten's novel of the same name. Rosen and SuArmstrong are the Australian producers, while Emma Slade of Firefly Films and McCarten are the New Zealand co-producers.

Modern Lovers, an erotic, psychological thriller, is another intriguing project. Written by Vivienne Walshe from a story by Atkins and Ben Hackworth, who will direct, this film promises to be a captivating addition to the cinematic landscape.

While the exact winners and financed projects from the October 2022 edition of the PFM are not publicly available, the event's reputation as a key financing market that helps films secure funding is well-established. Notable films developed through the PFM include Cactus Pears, which achieved international festival success, including awards at Sundance and SXSW.

For comprehensive information about the October 2022 winners or financed projects, contacting Film London directly or accessing official market reports from that period would be necessary.

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