EXCLUSIVE: Film Independent has announced the 15 projects and 34 filmmakers selected for its 23rd annual Fast Track Film Finance Market , returning in person November 19–21, 2025.

Designed as a catalyst for bold new voices working in both fiction and documentary, the three-day market connects participants with industry professionals who can propel their current projects forward.

“We’re thrilled to welcome this year’s Fast Track participants, whose bold mix of fiction and nonfiction projects push creative boundaries and reflect the diverse voices shaping contemporary cinema,” said Film Independent’s Associate Director of Fiction Programs, Dea Vazquez.

As part of its Film Finance Market, Film Independent is awarding a total of $80,000 across three grants: the Sloan Fast Track Grant,

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