The Greenlight File - PRO

Every door to film funding, in one file — from your first short to your first feature.

The Greenlight File Pro is the complete funding application system for South African filmmakers and producers. Everything in the free Starter edition, plus the funders, markets and private money you need to finance bigger work. Researched from official funder sources and verified in October 2026.

WHAT'S INSIDE

• 01 Funding Readiness: the 16-question self-audit, the money map, the SA paperwork and the 12-week runway.
• 02 Core Application: all 15 sections named, plus what each one gives you.
• 03 Funder Modules:
  • SA: NFVF, dtic, IDC and NEF.
  • International: the four funds.
  • Co-production treaties.
  • Labs and markets.
  • Private money, including the deal terms named.
  • The watch list.
• 04 Writing Formulas: all 11 named.
• 05 Reviewer’s-Eye Checklist: the 10-criteria rubric, 30 red flags and 17-point final check.
• 06 Worked Example: Soft Cycle, with “why this works” notes.
• 07 Directory & Calendar: the directory, the 12-month calendar and the tracker.
• 08 After You Submit: contracting, reporting and the rejection decoder.
• Budget workbook: 60+ line items, the top sheet, finance-plan check, cash flow and cost report.

Also included

The 15-section Core Application, 11 Writing Formulas, the Reviewer's-Eye Checklist with 30 red flags, a fully worked example application, and the After You Submit guide.

Format: Word (editable) + PDF + Excel, delivered as a download. Around 99 pages.

Funder rules change every year. Always confirm amounts and deadlines on the funder's official website. This is a guide, not legal or financial advice.