CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: Slovak Pop Up 2026
An Exclusive Mentorship Opportunity for Slovak Filmmakers
Are you working on a film project and looking for expert guidance to take it to the next level? Would you like to develop your script under the mentorship of a world-class industry professional?
This fall, Slovak Pop Up again offers you a unique chance to consult your project in person with a renowned international script consultant right here in Bratislava. From September 16th to September 18th, selected Slovak projects will receive dedicated feedback and development support from an international mentor, alongside the opportunity to connect with international residents of the Pop Up Film Residency: Slovenian writer and director August Braatz and Ethiopian producer Nahusenay Dereje.
Whether you’re developing fiction, documentary, or animation, short or a feature, and whether it’s your first film or your fifth, this program is for you. This year, we’re especially looking to support comedies.
Join projects like The Nightsiren (Svetlonoc) by Tereza Nvotová, The Chambermaid (Slúžka) by Mariana Čengel Solčanská, Flood (Potopa) by Martin Gonda, Cowgirl by Michal Blaško or Birdhill (Vtáčnik) by Eva Križková, which all began their journey with Slovak Pop Up as well!
WHO CAN APPLY?
Slovak filmmakers with a project in any stage of development are encouraged to apply. The program is open to emerging talents as well as seasoned professionals.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUBMIT:
A logline, short synopsis, and treatment (up to 10 pages total)
A director’s note or project explication (max. 3 pages)
A biography with links to previous work
A motivation letter or video
(Tell us where your project currently stands, your next steps, and what you hope to gain from Slovak Pop Up)
Apply here: https://forms.gle/
PROGRAM DETAILS:
Location: Bratislava, Slovakia
Dates: September 16 – September 18, 2026
Fee: Free of charge
Language: All activities will be held in English
Please Note: Accommodation and travel costs are not covered for participants based outside Bratislava.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: July 15th, 2026
Slovak Pop Up is part of the Pop Up Film Residency, an international platform for creative development and mentorship. By participating, you’ll join a vibrant network of global filmmakers and gain insight from some of the industry’s most acclaimed voices.
Don’t miss this chance to elevate your film with expert support and international exchange. Apply now!
Browse our past mentors here: www.popupfilmresidency.org/
Previous Slovak Pop Up projects in development: www.popupfilmresidency.org/
For further information contact Ivana Hucíková at ivana.hucikova@tatinofilms.com
The project is financially supported by the Slovak Audiovisual Fund.