Göteborg Film Festival Announces New Residencies for Ukrainian Filmmakers

For the fourth consecutive summer, Göteborg Film Fund  welcomes three Ukrainian filmmakers to work on their projects in Göteborg. Several previous participants–such as Tonia Noyabrova, Svitlana Lishchynska and Olga Chernykh/Maryna Brodovska now have ongoing collaborations with Swedish co-producers for their upcoming projects.

“We are once again looking forward to receiving new Ukrainian filmmakers in Göteborg. The residencies, that now are needed more than ever, has been a great experience not only for the selected filmmakers, but also for the regional film industry”, says Camilla Larsson, Manager Göteborg Film Fund.

The call is open for Ukrainian directors or screenwriters of feature fiction or feature documentary projects, at any stage of production. The residencies will take place in August-September 2025.

Each residency consist of:

  • Two-month stay in Göteborg, with apartment and per diem (SEK 10,000/month)
  • Travel costs to and from Göteborg
  • Workspace at Göteborg Film Festival’s office
  • Networking opportunities with the local film industry
  • Individual coaching

The residencies are organised with financing from Region Västra Götaland, in cooperation with Företagsbostäder and the Film Office – The City of Gothenburg.

How to apply?


To apply for the residency, please submit the following:

  • – A short description of the project you wish to work with during the residency
  • – CV of the filmmaker (can be director or screenwriter)
  • – Personal letter

The deadline for applications is April 15 at 24:00 CEST.
Please send the application to: application.fund@goteborgfilmfestival.se

The selection will be made on an ongoing basis.

For more information: Camilla Larsson, Fund Manager, camilla.larsson@goteborgfilmfestival.se 

Göteborg Film Fund