Taiwan Ministry of Culture Film Fund

Overview

Taiwan's Ministry of Culture operates film funding programs that support Taiwanese filmmakers with development and production grants for feature-length narrative and documentary films. The ministry's film support represents the Taiwanese government's commitment to nurturing the island's internationally acclaimed cinema, which has produced directors like Hou Hsiao-hsien, Edward Yang, Ang Lee, and Tsai Ming-liang.

Taiwan's film funding programs are open to Taiwanese nationals and projects that involve significant Taiwanese creative participation. The grants cover a range of production stages from screenplay development through production and post-production, and the funding has been instrumental in enabling Taiwanese filmmakers to produce work that competes at the highest levels of international cinema.

The ministry also supports Taiwanese films at international festivals and markets through promotional programs, helping funded projects reach global audiences. This comprehensive approach to film support, from production financing through international marketing, reflects Taiwan's strategic investment in cinema as a cultural export.

What It Covers

• Screenplay development grants for feature-length projects in the writing stage
• Production grants of up to TWD 10,000,000 (approximately $300,000 USD) for feature film production
• Post-production support for films nearing completion
• International festival and market support for completed films
• Co-production facilitation for projects involving international partners

Eligibility

Applicants must be Taiwanese nationals or projects must have significant Taiwanese creative involvement. Projects must be feature-length narrative or documentary films. Eligibility requirements vary by program cycle. The ministry prioritizes projects that demonstrate artistic merit, cultural significance, and the potential for international festival or market success.

How to Apply

Applications are submitted through the Ministry of Culture's grants portal. Requirements include a screenplay or treatment, director's statement, budget, financing plan, and production timeline. Deadlines vary by funding cycle. Applications may be submitted in Chinese; check the portal for language requirements.

Who Should Apply

Taiwanese filmmakers with feature-length projects at the development, production, or post-production stage. Filmmakers whose work engages with Taiwanese culture, history, or contemporary life are well positioned for these grants.

See Also

For understanding Asian cinema markets, see International Film Markets. To plan your feature film budget, use the Production Budget Calculator.