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Adolph Zukor Pitch Forum<\/h3>\n

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Inspired by the pioneering spirit of Adolph Zukor, founder of Paramount Pictures, the Zukor Pitch Forum invites emerging filmmakers to pitch original feature films and series before an influential panel of industry professionals, producers, and creative leaders.<\/p>\n

After submitting your ideas, the Zukor Foundation will select 25 finalists. From these, a distinguished group of Hollywood producers will select 10 finalists to present your projects in a live Zoom pitch session before an industry panel. Following the live pitches, 2 winners will be selected.<\/p>\n

The $25 application fee is a symbolic amount connected to Adolph Zukor\u2019s personal story. When Zukor arrived in America as a young man, he had only $25 in his vest pocket. In honor of this parallel, the Foundation has chosen to set the participation fee at the same amount, symbolizing the initial drive, determination, and ambition with which so many creative journeys begin.<\/p>\n

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Awards & Prizes<\/h3>\n

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The two winning filmmakers will receive the opportunity to travel to Hollywood and attend as guests of the 2027 Producers Guild of America Conference at Universal Studios, providing them with an extraordinary opportunity to experience the heart of the film industry, make meaningful professional connections, and advance their projects through direct engagement with the attending producers. This unique opportunity will allow the winners to develop their projects, receive professional insight and guidance, and bring their stories one step closer to the screen.<\/p>\n

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