WIP (WORK IN PROGRESS) LATINO 10

 

CALL FOR ENTRIES FOR FILM PROJECTS IN THE POST-PRODUCTION STAGE

 

OVERVIEW

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GLAFF (GuadaLAjara Film Festival) has supported Latinx and Latin American filmmakers for over a decade through its Work In Progress (WIP Latino) program. In recent years, the initiative has expanded to include BIPOC filmmakers based in the United States, reinforcing its commitment to diversity and inclusion in independent cinema.

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The University of Guadalajara Foundation USA and the festival’s industry sponsors make this important initiative possible. Their awards and support contribute to their post-production journey.

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WIP Latino has been a launching pad for acclaimed films, including The Dog Thief (El Ladrón de perros) directed by Vinko Tomicic (WIP Latino 7), which premiered in the section International Narrative Competition at the Tribeca Film Festival (2024). I’m No Longer Here (Ya No Estoy Aquí), directed by Fernando Frías de la Parra (WIP Latino 3), premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival (2020). The film represented Mexico in the category of Best International Film at the 2021 Oscars®. Fruits of Labor, directed by Emily Cohen Ibañez (WIP Latino 5), premiered at SXSW (2021), Official Selection in Documentary Spotlight. 499, directed by Rodrigo Reyes (WIP Latino 4), premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival (2020), and it went on to win Best Cinematography for director of photography Alejandro Mejia, as well as receiving the Special Jury Award at Hot Docs.  This year, Runa Simi by Augusto Segarra Pineda-Arce (WIP Latino 8) will have its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival, further solidifying the program's international impact.

 

APPLICATION

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GLAFF is now accepting applications for the tenth edition of WIP LATINO, a post-production support program for Latinx, Latin American, and BIPOC filmmakers. Projects should be in the editing or early post-production stage and seeking support to complete the film.

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WIP LATINO 10 will take place during the GLAFF 15th edition, which will be held from November 6 to 8, 2025, in Los Angeles, California.

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Selected films will be eligible for various in-kind post-production services, such as color correction, sound mixing, and marketing support. One project will receive a cash prize awarded by the University of Guadalajara Foundation USA. A detailed list of awards will be announced closer to the festival date.

 

MANDATORY SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

The entry call is open from June 18, 2025, through August 20, 2025. 

To be considered, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Submissions must be feature-length fiction or documentary films currently in the editing stage or early post-production process.

• The submitted rough cut must be at least 60 minutes long and not exceed 140 minutes long. 

• Films must be subtitled in English or Spanish, depending on the original language. If the submitted version is not subtitled, the applicant must agree to add subtitles upon selection. 

• Submissions must include a private, password-protected streaming link. Downloadable files will not be accepted. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure the link remains active throughout the evaluation period. 

• To be completed, the film must undergo at least two post-production processes. Films that only require distribution will not be accepted.

• Physical formats (DVD/Blu-ray) will not be accepted. 

• The applicant must be 18 years or older.

• The applicant should have a key creative role in the film, preferably as a producer or director. 

• Films that have been premiered or screened at any film festival, whether in competitive or showcase sections, will not be accepted.

• Current GLAFF employees or board members are not eligible. 

• The filmmaker cannot be a full-time student.

• Projects previously submitted to WIP LATINO in past editions are not eligible. 

To apply, complete the online registration form.