About

The Norwegian Film Institute The Norwegian Film Institute operates under the authority of the Ministry of Church and Cultural Affairs. The objectives of the Norwegian Film Institute are to support the production, promotion and distribution of quality films, as well as to represent Norwegian film internationally, and to highlight film as an expression of art and culture.

The Department for Development and Production allocates grants to film (short films, documentaries and feature films) and game producers, as well as to Norwegian script writers. In addition, the department is serving the audio-visual community, organising workshops, courses and seminars aimed at furthering creative and technical competence, as well as project-based training for the development and enhancement of individual skills. Total funding amounts to approx. NOK 350 mill. a year