The Planet in Focus “Green Pitch” is a golden opportunity to win $5,000 in cash and services towards developing your eco-themed movie. Pitch before a live audience and industry gatekeepers. Past winners include Yung Chang for his internationally acclaimed film, “Up the Yangtze,” which went on to win awards around the world.

The Green Pitch is open to all Canadian filmmakers. Submission deadline is Sept. 20. Please visit www.planetinfocus.org for guidelines and application form. Questions: submissions@planetinfocus.org

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